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The Makers of Canada: Index and Dictionary of Canadian History · 1909 · p. 1

First steamboat on the St. Lawrence. Built by John Molson at Montreal. Arrived at Quebec from Montreal, Nov. 5, 1809, making the run in 36 hours. The ve el measured 85 feet over all, had 16 feet beam, and was equipped with an engine of six-horse power. See also Molson; Steamships. Bib. : Semi-Centennial Report of Montreal Board of Trade , 1893.