June 12, 1873
The side-wheeler Mary McDonald was tied up at Waverly when she caught fire and was destroyed.
This post was contributed by Ross Malone. A historian and a retired school teacher, Ross has authored many books about Missouri’s history, weird facts, and folk tales. He has also written children’s historical fiction. Visit his website, and buy his books in the Missouri Life store.
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