Just found this web-site called MARINE QUEST.
has lists, photos & data on a range of ships including a section on paddle ships.
kiwi

http://www.maritimequest.com/side_wheel/side_wheel_index.htm

Thanks Kiwi,

I like the idea of a Paddler index with brief details of each ship and a couple of photos etc....  Perhaps it's something we could consider for Paddleducks, but the problem is to come up with a format that is easy to maintain, otherwise it would become a logistical nightmare!

Eddy