Meeker, Colorado after the Meeker flood in May of 1897.
Date
1897
Summary
View from bluff across the White River south of Meeker, Rio Blanco County, Colorado, shows high water and muddy streets. Landmark buildings include the Hugus Block, the Meeker Hotel, and St. James Episcopal Church.
Description
1 photoprint ; 13 x 18 cm. (5 x 7 in.)
Subject
Meeker (Colo.)--19th century; White River (Colo. and Utah)--19th century; Floods--Colorado--Meeker--19th century
Format-Medium
Photograph
Source
Gordon A. Weller, Meeker, Colo.
Rights Contact Information
Copyright restrictions applying to use or reproduction of this image available from the Western History and Genealogy Dept., Denver Public Library, at photosales@denverlibrary.org.
Reproduction Available for Purchase
Yes (digital reproduction)
Related Material
Image File: ZZR710012373
Notes
Photoprint shows dirt specks on original and is wrinkling from label glued on back.; Title typed on label on back of photoprint; additional information: "These floods appearantly [sic] washed away completely the dugouts that first housed the troops of General Merrit's garrison because no trace of those structures are found today. Dugouts can be seen in earlier photos of town found this angle. Give following credit: From the Wildhack Collection, Meeker Chamber of Commerce."; R7100123736
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