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Groups: Paris Museum and Historical Society- Groups: At the Forks of the Grand Vol. I
- Groups: At the Forks of the Grand Vol. II
- View East out William St on Grand River
This photograph depicts William Street opening out onto Grand River Street, with a view of the Gore Hotel and a bookstore. A cow and a public pump are visible on William Street. This image was printed on page 110 of At the Forks of the Grand: Volume I by D. … This photograph depicts William Street opening out onto Grand River Street, with a view of the Gore Hotel and a bookstore. A cow and a public pump are visible on … - View of Norman Hamilton's Mill at Foot of Broadway Street, c. 1878
This photograph shows a view of the section of Paris at the foot of Broadway Street and surrounding areas. The mill belonging to Norman Hamilton is visible to the far right. This image was printed on page 63 of At the Forks of the Grand: Volume I by D. A. … This photograph shows a view of the section of Paris at the foot of Broadway Street and surrounding areas. The mill belonging to Norman Hamilton is visible to the far … - View of Grand River with Willow Street Raceway and Grand River Dam, c. 1860
This photograph shows a view of the Grand River in Paris, c. 1860, looking south from the railway bridge. The section to the left is the Willow Street raceway that powered numerous businesses, most prominently Penmans Nos. 2 and 3 Mills. The dam is visible in the foreground. This image … This photograph shows a view of the Grand River in Paris, c. 1860, looking south from the railway bridge. The section to the left is the Willow Street raceway that … - View of Paris and Grand River Street Bridge
This 19th century photograph shows the Grand River Street bridge leading into Paris. The Finlayson tannery is visible in the foreground. This 19th century photograph shows the Grand River Street bridge leading into Paris. The Finlayson tannery is visible in the foreground. - Paris Village Hall from Base of River, c. 1860
This photograph depicts the Paris village hall and surrounding areas as seen from the river bank below. The labeled structures are: 1. First Methodist Church 2. Village Hall 3. Town Hall This image was printed on page 56 of At the Forks of the Grand: Volume I by D. A. … This photograph depicts the Paris village hall and surrounding areas as seen from the river bank below. The labeled structures are: 1. First Methodist Church 2. Village Hall 3. Town … - Old Town Hall, Paris
This 19th century photograph shows the Paris old town hall at 13 Burwell Street. It was first built in 1854, and was used as the town hall for many years until later being converted into an opera house. This image was printed on p. 52 of At the Forks of … This 19th century photograph shows the Paris old town hall at 13 Burwell Street. It was first built in 1854, and was used as the town hall for many years … - Aerial View of Paris c. 1946
This aerial photograph gives a view of Paris as it was c. 1946, focusing on the portions north of the forks of the Grand and Nith Rivers. This image was printed on page 38 of At the Forks of the Grand: Volume I by D. A. Smith, and was also … This aerial photograph gives a view of Paris as it was c. 1946, focusing on the portions north of the forks of the Grand and Nith Rivers. This image was … - Man with Ox-Team and Cart in Paris, 1913
This photograph shows a group of men with an ox-team pulling a cart on a street in Paris. By 1913, animal-driven carts were increasingly becoming a rarity; the photographer's caption ("Old Friends") indicates that they were already considered old-fashioned. This image was printed on page 213 of At the Forks … This photograph shows a group of men with an ox-team pulling a cart on a street in Paris. By 1913, animal-driven carts were increasingly becoming a rarity; the photographer's caption … - Ox and Horse Team Pulling Roof, Paris, 1913
This photograph depicts "ancient and modern" teams of oxen and horses pulling a cart carrying a roof and a few male passengers down a road in Paris. A dog is on the right of the photo. 1913 was a transitional period when horses were becoming less and less common on … This photograph depicts "ancient and modern" teams of oxen and horses pulling a cart carrying a roof and a few male passengers down a road in Paris. A dog is … - "The March of Civilization" - Car Meeting Ox-Cart on the Street, Paris, 1913
This photograph illustrates the "march of civilization" with the meeting of the old and new modes of transportation on a street in Paris on May 6, 1913. On the left is Dr. Daniel Dunton, one of the earliest car owners in Paris, in his 1911 Everitt-Metzger-Flanders (E-M-F) Standard touring automobile; … This photograph illustrates the "march of civilization" with the meeting of the old and new modes of transportation on a street in Paris on May 6, 1913. On the left … - Robert ("Bobby") and William ("Wally") West in front of House
Robert became an entertainer in 1905, and his father died in 1912; this photo was taken at some time between those dates. Robert became an entertainer in 1905, and his father died in 1912; this photo was taken at some time between those dates. - View of Lower Town, Paris, 1876
The copy of the photograph digitized was extremely blurred. The copy presented here has been enhanced for additional sharpness and detail. The copy of the photograph digitized was extremely blurred. The copy presented here has been enhanced for additional sharpness and detail. - Aftermath of Paris Great Fire, 1900
This photograph shows the destroyed buildings left in the wake of the Paris Great Fire of September 12, 1900. The fire began at the Roller Mills and ultimately spread across a good portion of the town, causing a large amount of damage and destroying many buildings. The loss was estimated … This photograph shows the destroyed buildings left in the wake of the Paris Great Fire of September 12, 1900. The fire began at the Roller Mills and ultimately spread across … - Parade during Old Boys' Reunion, 1905
This photograph depicts a parade during the Paris Old Boys' Reunion of August, 1905. It shows a busy downtown street with marching bands, horse-drawn carriages, and many spectators. This image was printed on page 271 of At the Forks of the Grand: Volume I by D. A. Smith. This photograph depicts a parade during the Paris Old Boys' Reunion of August, 1905. It shows a busy downtown street with marching bands, horse-drawn carriages, and many spectators. This image … - Passengers Waiting at Paris Junction Station
The copy of the photograph digitized was flipped horizontally from its original orientation; this online version has been corrected. The third rail for American cars was installed in 1866, and removed in 1871 when the rails were replaced with a new gauge. Since the third rail is visible, this photo … The copy of the photograph digitized was flipped horizontally from its original orientation; this online version has been corrected. The third rail for American cars was installed in 1866, and … - First Motorized Fire Truck in Paris, 1918
This 1918 photograph depicts the Paris Fire Department's first motorized fire truck, which was then brand-new. According to D.A. Smith, it is a Ford Model T truck. The man to the left is mayor C.B. Robinson, who was responsible for the purchase. The signs on the building in the back … This 1918 photograph depicts the Paris Fire Department's first motorized fire truck, which was then brand-new. According to D.A. Smith, it is a Ford Model T truck. The man to … - Grand Valley Railway Car, South Paris
This railway line was in use between 1903 and 1929; the photograph was taken at some point between these dates. This railway line was in use between 1903 and 1929; the photograph was taken at some point between these dates. - Aerial View of Paris, c. 1946
This aerial photograph gives a view of Paris as it was c. 1946, focusing on the portions west of the forks of the Grand and Nith Rivers. This image was printed on page 12 of At the Forks of the Grand: Volume I by D. A. Smith. The printed version … This aerial photograph gives a view of Paris as it was c. 1946, focusing on the portions west of the forks of the Grand and Nith Rivers. This image was … - Paris Fire Brigade Steamer, 1878
This photograph shows the Paris fire brigade's steam-powered fire engine in 1878. This was the first mechanical water-pumping engine used in Paris, and was the subject of some great interest when it was first purchased in 1877. This image was printed on page 123 of At the Forks of the … This photograph shows the Paris fire brigade's steam-powered fire engine in 1878. This was the first mechanical water-pumping engine used in Paris, and was the subject of some great interest … - 1908 Paris Championship Fire Brigade, with Robert "Bobby" West
This photograph shows the 1908 Paris Fire Brigade, which had won first place in that year's fire fighters' competition. In the foreground is Robert "Bobby" West in one of his many eccentric costumes. This image was printed on page 129 of At the Forks of the Grand: Volume I by … This photograph shows the 1908 Paris Fire Brigade, which had won first place in that year's fire fighters' competition. In the foreground is Robert "Bobby" West in one of his …
