...the westerly end of Cross street, and it was afterwards known as Lapham's ship-yard. Mr. Turner was esteemed as one of the most skilful draughtsmen, as well as one of the most faithful builders, in New England . He began business in 1804, and rapidly acquired reputation in his profession. And here let me proceed at once to mention the location of the ship-yards which were, from first to last, establis...