Meyersdale Public Library - Photographs

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  • Date = Ca. 1907-1914

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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Badland rocks piled precariously in Meyersdale, Pa.
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Badlands, Rocks
Boulders piled in a precarious heap show how this area could be named the ‘Badlands.’ Several rocks have initials painted or carved on them. Transcribed from the front 'Rocks, Meyersdale, Pa. Photo by Clayton Walker.' 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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Casselman River below a field of grain shocks
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Casselman River, Rivers
The Casselman River runs through Meyersdale. Along the bank is a lush forest, and on the hilltop above is a field with grain shocks. Shrubbery grows on the opposite side. Transcribed from the front 'Casselman River Meyersdale, Pa. Photo by Clayton Walker.' 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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A complete view of the railroad bridge near Sand Patch
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Bridges, Railroad bridges, Railroad tracks, Railroads, Sand Patch
This view of a railroad bridge shows huge concrete structures supporting the rail line that leads to the bridge. The train crosses through a rocky hillside that is near Sand Patch. 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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Elk Lick Mine No.3 Tipple
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Coal mining, Tipples
A lone man stands by what looks like a shed located on the top of this massive structure. The hillside is strewn with fallen trees. Transcribed from the front 'Elk Lick Mine No.3 Somerset Coal Co. Meyersdale, Pa. Photo by Clayton Walker.' 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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Iron railroad bridge near Sand Patch
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Railroad tracks, Railroads, Bridges, Railroad bridges, Sand Patch
Train tracks leading past a rocky hillside cross over an iron bridge. A 'one mile to Sand Patch' sign stands beside the entrance to the bridge. There is a small building to the left. Transcribed from the front 'In the mountains railroad bridge over gorge, Meyersdale, Pa. Clayton Walker.' 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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A lonely tree stump surrounded by boulders in the Badlands
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Badlands
A lonely tree stump with a sparse bush beside it is seemingly out of place with the enormous boulders surrounding it. Transcribed from front 'Badlands, Meyersdale, Pa. Photo by Clayton Walker.' 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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Long view of Western Maryland Viaduct
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Railroad bridges, Railroad tracks, Railroads, Western Maryland Viaduct
Viewing the Western Maryland Viaduct from left to right, it seems to run endlessly off in the distance. Casselman River is seen flowing under the viaduct. 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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Man standing by Flaugherty Creek in Meyersdale, Pa.
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Flaugherty Creek, Rivers
The slow flowing waters of Flaugherty Creek provide a peaceful fishing hole for the man standing on a rock. Boulders and trees add to the scenery. Transcribed from the front 'Flaugherty Creek Alleghany Mts. Photo by Clayton Walker.' 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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Meeting of the brooks, The Glenn
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Streams, Rivers
The Casselman River and Flaugherty Creek join together here at the meeting of the brooks. The water flows through the rocks and boulders forming some small rapids. Transcribed from the front 'Meeting of the brooks, The Glenn, Meyersdale, Pa. Photo by Clayton Walker.' 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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Metal railroad bridge in Meyersdale, Pa.
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Railroad Bridges, Railroads
The railroad tracks lead onto a metal structure that supports the bridge with the continuing tracks. Metal beams support metal girders over the top and angle down for support at the end. The bridge is built over either the Casselman River or Flaugherty Creek. Transcribed from the front 'R.R. Bridge and Viaduct, Meyersdale, Pa. Photo by Clayton Walker.' 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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Peaceful view of Flaugherty Creek in Meyersdale, Pa.
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Streams, Rivers, Flaugherty Creek
Plenty of rocks in all sizes have the water dammed in pools. Trees and shrubs line the waterway. Transcribed from the front 'Flaugherty Creek, Allegheny Mts. Meyersdale, Pa. photo by Clayton Walker.' 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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People along the top of the Western Maryland Viaduct
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Western Maryland Viaduct, Railroad bridges, Railroads
People, possibly construction workers, are seen along the top of the almost completed Western Maryland Viaduct north of Meyersdale. Lumber and logs are seen on a small hillside near the viaduct. Transcribed from the front 'Western Maryland R.R. Bridge, Meyersdale, Pa. This bridge is over 100 feet high, crosses two farms, country road, B & O R.R., Casselman River, and the P & M Street railway. Photo by Clayton Walker.' 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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People standing in front of the Western Maryland Station in Meyersdale, Pa.
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Railroads, Railroad stations, Western Maryland Station
This shows a time when the Western Maryland Station was a working facility. Standing on the platform, nine travelers are visible. Three are boys wearing light colored shirts, pants, and caps. Two young girls in light colored dresses stand on the corner. Off to the side stand men and a lady in a hat and a light colored coat. 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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Steam Engine coming in near Meyersdale
Steam engines, Railroad tracks, Railroads
Blowing steam full force, this mighty steam engine on the scenic line in the Allegheny Mountains is heading into Meyersdale. Transcribed from the front 'Night drawing her shades on the Scenic Line (WM R.R.) Allegheny Mts. Meyersdale. Pa. photo by Clayton Walker.' 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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Steam shovel at work in Meyersdale, Pa.
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Steam shovels
The steam shovel was a large machine, with the shovel seen to the viewer’s right, and the tall rounded chimney on the top left. In the long middle section, a man is standing on a ledge and holding onto a metal rod. Transcribed from the front 'Steam shovel at work Meyersdale, Pa. Photo by Clayton Walker.' 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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Suspension Bridge over Casselman River in Meyersdale, Pa.
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Suspension bridges
This suspension bridge was built over the Casselman River. The supporting lines are shown through the tree tops. Taking their time, four men or boys in jackets, long slacks and caps stop in the middle of the bridge for a picture. Transcribed from the front 'Rustic bridge, Casselman River, Meyersdale, Pa. Photo by Clayton Walker.' 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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An unidentified waterway in Meyersdale, Pa.
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Rivers, Streams
This is either the Casselman River or Flaugherty Creek. The river is not identified on the postcard. It is a peaceful waterway with a grass and tree lined shore. In the background is a utility pole. Transcribed from the front 'Photo by Clayton Walker.' 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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View of Flaugherty Creek with boulders along the sides
United States-Pennsylvania-Meyersdale, Flaugherty Creek, Rivers
Flaugherty Creek is filled with boulders and rocks of all sizes. The water seems to sit in pools. Trees and shrubs flourish along the creek. Transcribed from the front 'Flaugherty Creek Allegheny Mts.’ 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in. black and white postcard.
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