I too have a Bristol 19/Corinthian. A 4HP Yamaha 4 stroke was way more power than needed, even against a brisk current. A 2hp Johnson seems plenty adequate. Long oars are fine for maneuvering at slack water; you can use the winches as thole pins. Of course in a breeze, no motor is needed, but you'll want to practice your short tacks, if the channel is narrow.
Unfortunately, I don't have access to decent charging facilities, so haven't tried electric yet on this boat, but I suspect you don't need much. Borrow a trolling motor for an afternoon, or pick one up from CraigsList... No need to go overboard ;-)
Curtis
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> From my experience, you do need to consider the amount of wind and current when using a "trolling motor" and its smaller (4 inch) pitch.
> > To reach hull speed you'll need about 3 horsepower.
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> > > MANGO is a Bristol 19 and length is 19'6", beam 6'6", draft 2'9", wt 2724 pds. This is a displacement hull maintaining good coasting momentum once you get her going in the desired direction.
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