Meyersdale Public Library - Photographs

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About This Collection

The Meyersdale Public Library photograph collections contain approximately 2,000 photographs. From the total collection, about 320 will be selected for digitization based on the selection criteria. The photographs that will be selected for online display are significant because they provide a broad overview of life immediately before, during, and after the Progressive Era in the Allegheny Mountains region (mostly Somerset Co., PA & northern Maryland). The photographs capture families & individuals both in portraits and in natural settings, military men, coal mines, mills, railroads, transportation, education, and African American families. Our photographs have been used in Somerset Magazine and in the book "Allegheny Passage Companion, Guide to History & Heritage Along the Trail" by Bill Metzger. Accessibility to the collection will be enhanced because the images will be searchable online. Currently the photographs are accessioned on paper but are not included in our library catalog. Digitization would allow users easy & free access to historical photographs that would otherwise essentially be hidden in a closet.
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Apple orchard after a storm in 1910
Apple orchards
In a 1910 storm, an apple orchard was devastated, as can be seen by the uprooted trees and dismantled fence. Transcribed from the front 'June storm 1910, apple orchard.' 4 1/2 x 3 1/4 in. black and white postcard.
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Field of rubble after a storm in 1910
Building failures
A pile of wood and other debris can be seen in a field after a storm passed through in 1910. 4 1/2 x 2 5/8 in. black and white photograph.
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Joel Gnagey's barn after the 1910 storm
Gnagey, Joel, Barns
Joel Gnagey's barn was battered by the June 1910 storm. Boards were hanging from the side of the barn where the storm ripped through. Damage was also on the lower level, and the fence was torn apart. Transcribed from the front 'Joel Gnagey's barn storm 1910.' 4 5/8 x 3 1/3 in. black and white postcard.
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Joel Gnagey's farm after a storm
Gnagey, Joel, Farms
A storm in 1910 caused damage to Joel Gnagey's barn. The roof was lifted and pushed off to the side. Boards were leaning on the barn and there were many piles of wood on the ground. Transcribed from the front 'June storm 1910. Barn on Joel Gnagey farm.' 4 5/8 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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Log cutting in 1910
Woodcutting, Lumber industry, Logs, Traction engines
A June storm in 1910 was cause for a cleanup. After the logs were cut, they were sorted into piles by size. Four men were already working with a steam engine to cut, chop, or stack the wood. Another tree nearby looked ready to fall. Transcribed from the front 'saw mill cutting logs from June storm 1910.' 4 1/2 x 3 1/4 in. black and white postcard.
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Mary with dark curls
Children, Portrait photographs
A very prim Mary with dark curls and a white bow in her hair keeps her gaze on the photographer. She folds her hands in her lap. Her dress is white with long sleeves, buttons, and a front pocket. Transcribed from the back 'Xmas 1910.' 5 3/8 x 3 3/8 in. black and white postcard.
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Meyersdale High School in 1910
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Schools
The words 'High School' are above the white brick archway leading to the front doors. The two story brick building has dormers on the roof. A side entrance is also available. Transcribed from the back 'Mr. Dorsey Lint, 345 Park Ave. Johnstown, Pa.' 5 3/8 x 3 3/8 in. black and white postcard.
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South Grant Street in Elk Lick, Pa.
United States-Pennsylvania-Salisbury, Streets
South Grant Street in Salisbury, Elk Lick, Pa. is a dirt road. Pennants are strung across the road leading into town. Several houses, one with hedges, are seen through a small forest of trees. Transcribed from the front ‘South Grant Street Elk Lick, Pa.’ Transcribed from the back 'Miss Etta Lepley, Western Maryland Hospital, Cumberland Md.' Local note: Salisbury was once called Elk Lick. 5 3/8 x 3 3/8 in. black and white postcard.
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William S. Livengood in dress suit
Livengood, William S.
William S. Livengood is in a dark dress suit jacket, low cut vest, high collar, white shirt and bow tie. Transcribed from the back 'W.S. Livengood 1910 age 49. When Dad finished a scholarship contest there was always a big party for the contestants. Dad wore his dress suit with tails for these occasions.' 4 x 5 1/2 in. black and white photograph.
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