Scene summary from the 1903 Edison Catalogue:
The scene is one on the Mississippi River. The boats are seen to come down the river at a very high speed with black smoke coming out of their funnels. The "Lee" is gradually seen to be drawing ahead. As the "Natchez" gets to the centre of the scene, a terrific explosion is seen to take place. The wind is blowing a gale, and the lightning flashes, causing a very pretty effect.