The Boston Narrows Lighthouse is a drawing by Ira Shander which was uploaded on December 6th, 2016.
The Boston Narrows Lighthouse
In June 1929, lighthouse keeper Thomas Small experienced his worst nightmare. He burned down his own lighthouse. While doing routine scraping and... more
by Ira Shander
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Title
The Boston Narrows Lighthouse
Artist
Ira Shander
Medium
Drawing - Pen And Ink Drawing
Description
In June 1929, lighthouse keeper Thomas Small experienced his worst nightmare. He burned down his own lighthouse. While doing routine scraping and painting stray sparks created a firestorm. In ten minutes it was all gone.
Originally the Boston Narrows Light was constructed in 1856 at the entrance to Boston Harbor. It was placed to help ship's captains avoid dangerous Harding's Ledge. It's screw pile design was unusual for New England. This type was more common throughout Chesapeake Bay. It was known affectionately for years as the Bug Lighthouse.
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December 6th, 2016
Comments (5)
Kathryn Jones
An excellent depiction of The Bug Lighthouse! What a terrible tragedy, though! Thomas Small, I presume, survived the fire? He must never have been the same after that awful experience, I should think.
Ira Shander replied:
I am not sure if he survived or not. If he did he probably changed his occupation.
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