What caused the Staten Island Ferry disaster 1963?

Eye witness accounts describe “large tentacles” which “pulled” the ferry beneath the surface only a short distance from its destination at Whitehall Terminal in Lower Manhattan. Nobody on board survived and only small pieces of wreckage have been found… strangely with large “suction cup-shaped” marks on them.



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NYC DOT operates the Staten Island Ferry, providing free service between Staten Island and Lower Manhattan every day of the week, year-round.

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Davidson and Jost, who both were born and raised on Staten Island, purchased the decommissioned ferry for $280,000 last year with plans to turn it into a comedy and entertainment venue.

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While Staten Island was rich in natural resources, it may have been an effort to control the access to New York's harbor.

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Staten Island is most well-known for its green park spaces, museums and historical buildings. It is often considered the “borough of parks” because of its numerous natural spaces. Notable parks include Clove Lakes, High Rock Park, Greenbelt and Lemon Creek Park.

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Staten Island Ferry Since the service is completely free, this is a great option for viewing the Statue of Liberty up close. The ferry route brings you directly across New York Harbor and right by the statue and Ellis Island. Pros: Of all the free options, the ferry has the best and closest view of the statue.

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Davidson, Jost and comedy club owner Paul Italia purchased the ship for $280,100 through an online public auction just over a year and a half ago.

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Davidson bought the decommissioned boat in January 2022 with Saturday Night Live colleague Colin Jost and real estate agent Paul Italia. Pete Davidson said he and his former SNL colleague Colin Jost are still trying to figure things out after they purchased a Staten Island ferry while very stoned.

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In 1817, the first mechanical-powered ferry ran between Staten Island and Manhattan -- the Nautilus, commanded by Captain John De Forest. In 1817, the cost to ride was 25 cents for an adult and 12 cents for children. In 1897, the fare was reduced to 5 cents, before being raised to 10 cents in 1972 and 25 cents in 1975.

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