1993 Press Photo Worker approaches the Burns Harbor propeller at Jones Island

Gingerly making his way to his work, Jeff Figlesthaler approaches a propeller in need of new seals on the Burns Harbor, a freighter wintering at Jones Island. His employer, the E.E. Gillen Co., also is replacing a 10-ton stern thruster on the ship. The work of moving huge parts beneath the stern of such a behemoth requires a series of blocks and tackle and a lot of muscle.

Photo measures 10 x 7.75 inches. Photo is dated 03-11-1993.

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