Surf City (Steamer) Disaster
From Salem Links and Lore
On Fourth of July in 1898, a small excursion steamer Surf City was on a trip to Baker's Island with 60 passengers on board.
It had just left the pier at Salem Willows, when a strong storm suddenly arose, capsizing the steamer near where Dead Horse Beach is today.
Some were saved, but eight persons died in the tragedy.
See Also
Surf City Disaster blog by James Lee
