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Z. B. Sturtevant Flour Mill.
A reproduction photograph depicting "Sturtevant's Flouring Mills" (white sign on building, left), located on Mill Street in Rockford's Water Power District by the Rock River.
Young Men Under the Railroad Bridge
Two young men pose on one of the cross girders supporting the truss bridge that served the Chicago & Northwestern and Union Pacific railroads. The bridge was built in 1896 and had a 119 foot span across the river. Its type of construction is called a…
West to East Across the Rock River.
This view looks from the west side of Rockford across the Rock River to the east side between the Chestnut Street Bridge (right) and the State Street Bridge (left).
West State Street, Looking East, Rockford, Ill.
West State Street is to the left, looking east to the Rock River, and the courthouse building is to the right.
West Side Skyline
View across Rock River from the News Tower showing the C.T.U. Building on the West side bank, a boat in the river, and cars on the State Street bridge.
West Side Reflections.
This newspaper photograph shows buildings on Rockford's West side reflected in the Rock River. Rockford's civic arena, the 10,000-seat Metro Centre, is in the background slightly to the left of middle. This facility had just opened the previous month…
West Side Manufacturing District, Rockford, Ill.
Black and White depiction of buildings across the Rock River, with two large smokestacks in view and a bridge far left. This card is postmarked July 13, 1916.
West Rockford, Aerial View.
This aerial photograph is looking from south to north across Rockford's West side. The Rock River and its many bridges can be seen to the right in the photo.
West Bank of the Rock River
The western riverfront in downtown Rockford in July 1979.
West Bank of the Rock River
Buildings on the west side of the Rock River south of the Jefferson Street Bridge in November 1993.
West Bank of the Rock River
Buildings on the west side of the Rock River north of the State Street Bridge in November 1993.
West & East Rockford, Aerial View.
An aerial photograph showing the Rock River splitting the city while its bridges connect Rockford's West side (left) with the East side (right).
Waterworks Parking Lot
The Waterworks parking lot before construction of the walkway along the riverfront. November 1984.
Waterworks Park.
The tower looms above Waterworks Park on Preston Street by the bank of the Rock River.
Waterworks Park and the Rock River.
Located on Preston Street, Waterworks Park, with its tower looming in the distance, is pictured next to the Rock River. A steam ship is anchored at the west bank.
Waterside Park and the Waterside Building
Waterside Park at the Northwest corner of East State and North Water Streets. The building in the picture is the Waterside Building at 124 North Water Street. July 1987.
Waterside Park and the Waterside Building
Waterside Park at the Northwest corner of East State and North Water Streets. The building in the picture is the Waterside Building at 124 North Water Street. July 1987.
W. F. & John Barnes Co. Plant Exterior.
An exterior view of the W. F. & John Barnes Co., manufacturers of drilling and boring machinery, located at 301 S. Water St. by the Rock River.
W. A. Whitney Corporation.
A view looking south depicting the W. A. Whitney Corp. building in the Water Power District, located in the 600 block of Race Street, Rockford IL.
View of the Southeast Part of Water Power from the East Side.
This reproduction photograph looks from the east side of the Rock River across to Rockford's west side. The Water Power district allowed industry to flourish and grow. The photo's center shows the N. C. Thompson Agricultural Works, manufacturers of…
View of the Rockford Register Star from across the Rock River.
This view is looking east across the Rock River at the Rockford Register Star News Tower and newspaper building located at 97 E. State Street.
View of Rockford Electric Co. by the River.
This view looks across the Rock River at the Rockford Electric Co. The caption on the photograph reads, "Installation of 1900 H. P. Boiler, Rockford Elec. Co. July - 10 - 1926."
View from Girder Bridge, Rockford, Ill.
Looking across the Rock River at Rockford Wholesale Grocery Company, E. S. Gregory, Uneeda Biscuit, and Red Line Transfer-Storage. A boat is at the bank in front of this row of buildings.
Untitled [Rockford News Tower]
The News Tower, on the East Side of the Rock River, with the News building branching out on the right.
Untitled [industrial area]
Black and White photo of manufacturing buildings on both sides of the Rock River boasting several large smokestacks and railroad tracks far right. What looks to be Ward Pump Company is in the middle foreground.
United Bank From the River
The riverfront esplanade next to United Bank at 120 West State Street, looking south, in July 1979.
Two Men in a Sailing Skiff
Two men relax in a small wooden sailing skiff on what appears to be the Rock River. A small headsail and mainsail are deployed to catch the wind.
Three Men on an Amerock Couch.
Reuben A. Aldeen (left) and G. W. Aldeen (right) flank an unidentified man in the middle as they sit on a couch in an office of the Amerock Corporation. They must be high inside the Ziock building at 416 S. Main St. in Rockford, IL, judging by the…
Three Men on a Bridge Railing
Three men dressed in business wear pose while seated on a bridge railing over the Rock River. The view seems to be looking north and a second bridge appears in the distance. Smokestacks belch out smoke in the background.
The West Bank of the Rock River
West bank of the Rock River between Jefferson Street and Park Avenue in November 1984.
The West Bank of the Rock River
West bank of the Rock River. The high rise building is Rock River Towers (913 North Main Street). April 1968.
The West Bank of the Rock River
Buildings on the west bank of the Rock River, north of the State Street Bridge, viewed from Waterside Park at East State and North Water Streets in November 1984.
The Waterside Building
Waterside Building. View along river side looking north. 124 North Water Street.
The Rock River looking towards Whitman Street
View of the Rock River looking towards the Whitman Street Bridge. The Rock River Towers and Skyrise are visible in the distance. September 1977.
The Rock River at State Street
Buildings on the west side of the Rock River at State Street. Buildings from left to right are United Bank, Rockford Trust Building, and the Luther Center.
The Riverfront behind Luther Center
Riverfront behind the Luther Center, 111 West State Street, July 1979
The Bicentennial Recreation Path
The Bicentennial Recreation Path along the Rock River
The Bicentennial Recreation Path
The Bicentennial Recreation Path along the Rock River in August 1978
Steamboat "Illinois" Sinking
The steamboat, "Illinois" sinking in the Rock River in front of the Rockford Public Library. An accident that may have been caused by carrying too many passengers, caused the steamboat to partially sink.
Steamboat "Illinois" Sinking
The steamboat, "Illinois" sinking in the Rock River in front of the Rockford Public Library. An accident that may have been caused by carrying too many passengers, caused the steamboat to partially sink.
Steamboat "Illinois" Sinking
The steamboat, "Illinois" starting to sink in the Rock River in front of the Rockford Public Library and Vaudeville Orpheum Tent Show
South Main Street along River Rockford Illinois
Color photo showing an unpaved path above the banks of the Rock River.
Small Steamboat on the River
A small steamboat is anchored near shore with two individuals by a gangplank on the boat. In the foreground it appears that someone has disrobed and placed their clothing on a tree stump. It is highly likely the photo was taken somewhere along the…
Small Steam-powered Boat at the Shore
A small steam-powered boat is at the shore near some large wooded bluffs. The pipe-smoking captain holds the wheel and looks at the photographer. As personal watercraft on the Rock River, steamboats were not common at the time. This photograph may…
Skating on the Rock River
A very large group of people stand on the ice on either side of the Rock River and also on the East State Street bridge. This photograph was taken looking southeast. Rockford High School and Rockford Watch Company rooflines are visible just to the…
Skating on the Rock River
The State Street bridge frames the background of this wintry scene on the Rock River as skaters enjoy a winter afternoon.
Site of the State of Illinois Building
Behind the site of the State of Illinois Building on South Wyman Street, during construction of a walkway.
Site of the State of Illinois Building
Behind the site of the State of Illinois Building on South Wyman Street, before a walkway was installed.
Sinnissippi Park Lagoon
The Sinnissippi Park Lagoon was acquired by the Rockford Park District in 1909. The lagoon sits on the east side of the Rock River below Sinnissippi Park, which is to the west. This photograph was taken looking north along the path of the Rock River…
Scenic View West Side, Rockford, Ill.
Colorful depiction of West Side buildings across the Rock River with tree tops in view lower left.