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First in decades, a new Great Lakes freighter joins fleet

by James Proffitt, Great Lakes Now September 6, 2022November 9, 2025

The Mark W. Barker is more innovative and versatile than the larger Lakers.

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Boat Life: The ups and downs of life as a mail boat captain

by Natasha Blakely May 17, 2019