Masters of the PM Steamers

Capt. Muir commanded first Ludington ‘black boat’ until his death

December 17, 2025

This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union and the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. Masters of the PM Steamers By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief On the night of Saturday, Nov. 10, 1888, Capt. James B. Muir was in command of the Flint & Pere Marquette No. 1 when he informed his first mate that he was feeling…

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Capt. John Stewart was first skipper of the Ludington fleet 150 years ago

December 10, 2025

This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union and the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. Masters of the PM Steamers  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief On Dec. 1, 1874, the Flint & Pere Marquette Railway reached Ludington. The intent of the railroad, which began in Flint and terminated in Ludington, was because of its location along the eastern…

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