Sidewheel Steamer FLORA stopping at Port Hope on Lake Huron Steam paddle FLORA. U.S. No. 120210. Of 561 tons gross; 455 tons net. Built at Milwaukee, Wis., in 1875. Home port, Detroit, Mich.

Sidewheel Steamer FLORA at Port Hope

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