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Ingersoll Milling Machine Company Garage
The Ingersoll Milling Machine Company garage in 1923, filled with automobiles.
1000 Block of East State Street
The south side of the 1000 block of East State Street in November 1984.
1930s Automobile
Nora and George H. sitting on the front fenders of a circa 1930s automobile. In February 1942, car, commercial truck and auto part manufacture stopped in the United States until October 1945 as resources were rationed during World War II.
1930s Automobile
Unidentified man with a 1930s automobile.
1935 Chevrolets
1935 Chevrolet automobiles on display in a show room.
200 Block of East State Street
The south side of the 200 block of East State Street, looking east from the railroad tracks. Visible are signs for The Hideaway, Sheree's Show Lounge, and a storefront advertising pool tables and bicycles for sale.
20th Street Viaduct
One-lane traffic on the south side of the 20th Street railroad viaduct, just north of 23rd Avenue in September 1977.
20th Street Viaduct
The 20th Street RR viaduct just north of 23rd Avenue in September 1977.
2nd and Walnut Streets
View from the top of Rockford City Hall, looking south along 2nd Street at Walnut Street. Centennial United Methodist Church is in the center of the photo.
300-400 Blocks of 7th Street
West side of the 300-400 blocks of 7th Street, looking south.
300-400 Blocks of 7th Street
West side of the 300-400 blocks of 7th Street, looking north. A Coca-Cola delivery truck is visible.
3700 Block of East State Street
3700 block of East State Street, looking west. Visible are Radio Shack and Union Hall.
9th and East State Streets
Intersection of 9th Street and East State Street, looking east, in September 1977.
A Drive in the Country
An unidentified male drives two unidentified women along a country lane.
Aerial view of Ingersoll Milling Machine Company
Aerial view of Ingersoll Milling Machine Company facilities in 1956 before the construction of a new office and engineering building.
An I-90 Tollbooth
A toll booth on I-90 in August 1979. The charge was 15 cents per axle.
An Ingersoll EDM Power Supply for GM
Ingersoll Milling Machine Company EDM (electrical discharge machining) power supply. This machine was a high kilowatt version for die forming machines. It was manufactures for General Motors Company in Grand Blanc, Michigan
An Ingersoll Milling Machine Company Machine for Fiat Company
An Ingersoll Milling Machine Company Milling Machine ready to ship to Fiat Company in May 1951. A large group of men in suits pose for a photo on the bed of the machine.
Automobile Duster
A lady wearing a duster waits in the passenger seat of an early 20th century automobile. A duster is a coat worn to protect other clothing while riding in an open automobile. The wrap over the woman's head also protects her face and hair from dust…
Automobile Races
Motor sports were popular since the invention of automobiles and motorcycles in the early 1900s. Early races took place on public dirt roads.
Automobile Races
Motor sports were popular since the invention of automobiles and motorcycles in the early 1900s. Early races took place on public dirt roads. Goggles protected the driver's eyes from airborne dirt from the roads.
Automobile Races
Automobile racing on a dirt road. It is possible that this is a track rather than a public road.
Automobile Races
Automobile racing on possibly a public dirt road. Many spectators line both sides of the road.
Black and White Cab Company
East side of Faust Hotel, 618 East State Street with six "Rockford Black and White Cab. Co." vehicles lined up for hotel guests. The Hotel Faust opened to the public for the first time on April 30, 1929 with the formal opening held May 25, 1929.…
Broadway at 20th Street
Broadway at 20th Street, looking west.
Broadway at 20th Street
Broadway at 20th Street, looking east.
Burlington Trailways
A 'Burlington Trailways' bus from Los Angeles to Chicago. The bus stop in Rockford, Illinois was located at 609 South Main Street. The Burlington Transportation Company was created in Burlington, Iowa by the Chicago Burlington Quincy (CBQ) Railroad…
Bus Fleet
Bus fleet for Illinois C. C. They appear to be school buses.
Carlson Motor Company
Automobiles on display in a show room with a "Oakland Pontiac," sign on the wall. The cars are circa 1929-1931. The Carlson Motor Company was established in the early 1920s with Fred E. Carlson as president and treasurer and Roy E. Carlson as…
Changing a Tire
Changing a tire. The roads of 1910 - 1920s were unpaved and often rough putting a lot of wear on tires. Tires were fairly thin and were expected to last about 1000 miles.
Changing a Tire
Changing a tire. The roads of 1910 - 1920s were unpaved and often rough putting a lot of wear on tires. Tires were fairly thin and were expected to last about 1000 miles.
Cherry Valley Fire Station
Fire Station at 4404 Newburg Road in February 1978.
Cities Service Station.
The Cities Service gas station,in the 300 block of Elm Street, is adjoined by Hayes Diner and the Greyhound Lines Bus Depot. In the background is the turret of the William Brown Building and part of the Nelson Hotel sign.
Daley's Auto Upholstery
Daley's Auto Upholstery, 407 Green Street.
Downtown Riverfront
Part of the green space and walkway along the west bank of the Rock River in downtown Rockford. Cars are visible in the parking lot.
Driving in a Hayfield
An early automobile in a hayfield. The steering wheel is located on the right as was the custom for horse drawn buggies. After 1908, car manufacturers moved the steering wheel to the left side to increase safety for passengers getting into the…
Early 20th Century Automobile
A driver and passenger in a car at what may have been the race track. Another car and buggies are in the background.
Early 20th Century Automobile
An early automobile on a street in Rockford, Illinois. The style of the vehicle is similar to horse drawn buggies.
Early Automobile
Three men in a circa 1910 automobile. Wicker containers are at the side and rear of the automobile.
Early Automobiles
Two early automobiles appear in an alley. The auto in the foreground may be a 1906 Williams Electric Runabout or a Veracity Runabout with a 2-cylinder gas engine. The location in Rockford of this photograph is unclear.
Early Motorcycles
Five men on early motorcycles. The earliest motorcycles had motors attached to bicycle frames. The center motorcycle is a Harley Davidson.
East State Street ad Alpine Road
The intersection of East State Street and Alpine Road looking west in November 1978. The Albert Pick Motel was at 4404 East State Street.
East State Street and 2nd Street
Northeast corner of East State and North 2nd Streets. The building in the background on the left was the Ing Skating Palace. Lawson's Art Shop is at the right. September 1985.
East State Street and 3rd Street
South side of East State Street looking west from 3rd Street. The tall building in the background is Rockford City Hall (425 East State). September 1985.
East State Street and Alpine Road
The intersection of East State Street and Alpine Road, looking northwest in November 1978.
East State Street at Prospect Street.
East State Street at Prospect Street.
East State Street at Rockford Avenue
Looking west on East State Street at Rockford Avenue.
East State Street at South Rockford Avenue.
Looking west on East State Street at South Rockford Avenue.
East State Street at Welty Avenue
Looking northeast on East State Street at Welty Avenue.
Electric Car
Possibly an electric car. The first small scale electric cars were invented in the 1830s with the first practical electric car being built in the 1870s and becoming popular by 1900. Electric cars at this time were quieter and cleaner than the gas…