Originally posted by the Voice of America. Voice of America content is produced by the Voice of America, a United States federal government-sponsored entity, and is in the public domain. Mississippi Steamboat Celebrates 40th Anniversary by George Putic During the 19th century, the mighty Mississippi River teemed with steamboats that carried goods and people up and down the huge waterway. Today, only a few still operate and one of them is celebrating its 40th anniversary in April 13, 2015. VOA's George Putic has more. __________________________________________________________________ [1]http://www.voanews.com/media/video/2717633.html References 1. http://www.voanews.com/media/video/2717633.html