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Detroit River Light Station - 1885

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Submarine

10 acres

11' from base of tower

Pier railing - composed of 2" wrought iron pipe with detachable chain-railing in vicinity of boat crane. 8 house chocks, & iron snubbing posts are located in most suitable locations.

Foundation of Tower - stone pier.

7 miles to Amherstburg, Ont.

Amherstburg, Ont., 7 miles.

none

by boat from Amherstburg, Ont.

cast iron tower

1885

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