This from Doug Hoyt:
I was in Escanaba, MI over the weekend and saw what remains of the Chicago fireboat Joseph Medill. Thought it might be interesting for the web site. Thanks.
Doug Hoyt…
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More from Steve Redick:
Here is the final post from 1939, an excellent photo that was hanging for years in the office of Chief McAuliff of the insurance patrol. My dad had this displayed for years, and I really thought this was worth sharing. The best part is you get a shot of both the old and newer fireboats at work.
Chicago Fire Boat History
Nov 13
While on a visit to the Door County Maritime Museum, Drew Smith found a photo hanging on the wall depicting the Victor Schlaeger and the Joseph Medill side by side in dry dock. Drew took photos of the photo … and submitted them for all to see. While he was there, he met an older gentleman that worked on building both of the boats.
This photo from the Door County Maritime Museum shows the Chicago Fire Boat Victor Schlaeger in dry dock. In the background is the Joseph Medill. Image from the Door County Maritime Museum.
This photo from the Door County Maritime Museum shows both the Chicago Fire Boats Victor Schlaeger and Joseph Medill in dry dock. Image from the Door County Maritime Museum.
The placard describes the origin of the photo. From the Door County Maritime Museum
Dan McInerney found several links which offer images and information about the current and past Chicago fire boats.
Here are some websites that have some info on CFD’s former boat fleet.Pictures of current/former boats:Info and location of the Joseph Medill:The Medill can be seen on Google Maps Street View at the corner of 1st Ave and 6th street in Escanba, MI. (682 1st Avenue North, Escanaba, MI)And the Fred Busse:
The Medill can be seen on Google Maps Street View at the corner of 1st Ave and 6th street in Escanba, MI. (682 1st Avenue North, Escanaba, MI) Joseph Medill
Snapshot of the Door County Fireboat Cruises website featuring the Fred Busse.
Satellite view from Google Maps of the Fred L. Schlaeger docked at the water filtration plant.
