paddleboat

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Work on the former paddleboat, the Brazos Belle, which will lead tours along the Brazos River in coming months, is smoothing out now after problems created by Hurricane Ike, Capt.

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  1. noun A boat, especially a steamship, propelled through the water by paddle wheels on each side or by one paddle wheel astern. Also called paddle wheeler.

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  • The Horseshoe paddleboat was three floors, with most of the blackjack tables situated on the lowest deck. —  BringingDowntheHouse
  • No I know the Red isn't the Missouri and the SS Ruby will never be mistaken for the Lewis and Clark paddleboat ... but ... hey life is unique ...
  • Senate, is set to sponsor an hour-long Mississippi cruise aboard the Jonathan Padelford paddleboat today. —  Press of Atlantic City: Editorials
  • A paddleboat cruise on the Mississippi River hosted by Sen. George Voinovich, R-Ohio, became an impromptu fundraiser for those who will be flooded if the hurricane hits land. —  No Land Grab
  • Electronic Dart board is available in the lodge or take a paddleboat ride. ur staff goes above the call of duty to make your stay relaxing, comfortable and fun. —  Fort Frances Times Online -
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