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| Before yesterday, the Edward L. Ryerson had not come through the Duluth piers since May 17th, 1998. It was on its way to the Burlington Northern Taconite Facility in Superior when Captain Eric Treece realized he would have to wait for the CSL Tadoussac to clear the berth. He diverted to the Duluth entry, much to the delight of 100’s of boat watchers at the ship canal. Seven months after that visit to the Twin Ports in 1998, the Ryerson was laid up at what many thought would be its final resting place. It is back on the lakes this year, meaning taconite shipments are up. Many consider the Ryerson to be the prettiest boat on the Great Lakes and the boat has been welcomed in every port it has entered. Yesterday, visitors in Duluth, with the best view of shipping traffic anywhere on the Great Lakes, gave a loud round of applause as the elegant boat passed by. |
| *submitted to the Duluth News Tribune for publication on 09-04-2006 |
Holly, I might have misunderstood this, looking at the dates more closely. Imagine that – me getting something wrong! 🙁
Anyway, I am always glad to read about the Ryerson.
Oh Holly, I am so glad that the Edward L. Ryerson is back to work!
I was so worried that she would be scrapped. She sat for so long. I think she is just beautiful. I hope that when we can finally take a trip to Duluth we get to see her! This is just wonderful news for all of us who love these ships. Thanks for posting the link. 🙂
Holly, Some of us were there! Andrea