Great Lakes Can US S/Ship Customs document 1867

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Great Lakes Canada USA Shipping 19th Century - A US Custom House document certifying payment of "Tonnage Duty" for the Scow-Schooner John A. McDonald had been made for 1 year, dated April 30, 1867. The document measures approximately 8 inches by 10 inches. History: The Scow-Schooner John A. McDonald was built in Port Rowan in 1863, and was active on the Great Lakes, particularly on Lake Erie. She would take on a cargo, often lumber or "pail wood", then contract with the nearest tug boat to haul her to the offload destination. The John A. McDonald was driven ashore and destroyed during a storm at Long Point, Lake Erie in September 1871. Condition: Some edge nicks/wear but overall sound. Please review the images. xxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx No reserve. Shipping is free within Canada, and to the US, and $3.50 to other countries. Items/lots selling over $75 will be shipped via Xpresspost/Priority International or Expedited Parcel. There is no additional charge to ship items which are paid for in one transaction, and which can be sent in one package. Your package will be coming from Canada, so please allow time for it to travel through several postal systems. If you have a question regarding shipping costs to your country, please ask before placing read more