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Young Women in a Gymnasium
A previous notation indicated that this photograph was taken in November 1890 at the Rockford Seminary. Three young women, one with dumbells, pose in the photograph.
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…
Young Man on a Bunk Bed
A young man lies on a bunk bed in this photograph. The young man's name and his location are unknown. The glass plate negative is broken.
Young Girl with Kittens
A young girl holds two kittens in an outdoor setting. Buildings are in the background, indicating that she may be in an enclosed yard. The girl's name and her location are unknown.
Young Girl and Kittens
A young girl holds two kittens in an outdoor setting. Buildings are in the background, and a crouching man appears over the girl's right shoulder, possibly hunching over in front of a camera. The girl's name and her location are unknown.
YMCA Building/East Side Inn
The YMCA Building, at the corner of East State and Madison Streets looking north, was occupied in 1889. The building was sold in 1906 and served as the East Side Inn for many years. (Reference - Sinnissippi Saga, page 370)
Wooded Bluffs and Creek
A small creek cuts through wooded bluffs and areas of grassy fields. The location is unknown.
Wooded Bluffs and Creek
This beautiful nature scene features a small creek that separates wooded bluff areas from fields and meadows. The location is unknown.
Women and Children
A large group of well-dressed children, three women, and a dog pose under a tree in the yard of a large home. The people and the location are unknown.
Woman and Children on the Front Porch Steps
A well-dressed group of children and one woman pose for this photograph on the front porch steps of a home. The names of the individuals and the location of the photo are unknown.
Winnebago County Courthouse
This photograph of the Winnebago County Courthouse looks southeast from West State Street. The courthouse collapsed during construction in 1877 and was rebuilt according to the original design. The courthouse was bordered by West State Street, S.…
Winnebago County Courthouse
This photograph of the Winnebago County Courthouse looks southeast from West State Street. The courthouse collapsed during construction in 1877 and was rebuilt according to the original design. The courthouse was bordered by West State Street, S.…
Winnebago County Courthouse
This photograph of the Winnebago County Courthouse looks south from West State Street. The jailhouse building is visible to the left. The courthouse is decorated with numerous patriotic banners and flags. This photo may have been taken during the…
Winnebago County Courthouse
This photograph of the Winnebago County Courthouse looks southeast from West State Street. The courthouse collapsed during construction in 1877 and was rebuilt according to the original design. The courthouse was bordered by West State Street, S.…
Winnebago County Courthouse
This photograph of the Winnebago County Courthouse looks southwest. The jailhouse building is visible to the left. The courthouse collapsed during construction in 1877 and was rebuilt according to the original design. The courthouse was bordered by…
Winnebago County Courthouse
This photograph of the Winnebago County Courthouse looks south. The courthouse collapsed during construction in 1877 and was rebuilt according to the original design. The courthouse was bordered by West State Street, S. Church Street, Chestnut…
Winnebago County Bar Association Clambake
This photograph shows a large group of County Bar Association (Winnebago) members gathered in a wooded area for a clam bake at Macktown Forest Preserve, about 12 miles north of Rockford on the banks of the Rock River near present day Rockton, IL.…
Winnebago County Bar Association Clambake
This photograph displays a large group of County Bar Association (Winnebago) members gathered in a wooded area for a clam bake at Macktown Forest Preserve, about 12 miles north of Rockford on the banks of the Rock River near present day Rockton, IL.…
Winnebago County Bar Association Clambake
This photograph depicts a large group of County Bar Association (Winnebago) members gathered in a wooded area for a clam bake at Macktown Forest Preserve, about 12 miles north of Rockford on the banks of the Rock River near present day Rockton, IL.…
Winnebago County Bar Association Clambake
Large group of County Bar Association (Winnebago) members gathered in a wooded area for a clam bake at Macktown Forest Preserve about 12 miles north of Rockford on the banks of the Rock River near present day Rockton, IL.
Winnebago County Bar Association Clambake
Large group of County Bar Association (Winnebago) members gathered in a wooded area for a clam bake at Macktown Forest Preserve about 12 miles north of Rockford on the banks of the Rock River near present day Rockton, IL. (Reference - Sinnissippi…
Willow Creek Presbyterian Church Sanctuary
This photograph was taken from the back of the Willow Creek Presbyterian Church sanctuary looking over the heads of the congregation in the pews. There are people on a raised platform before the congregation and more people seated on a second tier…
Willow Creek Presbyterian Church Sanctuary
This photograph was taken from the back of the Willow Creek Presbyterian Church sanctuary looking over the heads of the congregation in the pews. There are people on a raised platform before the congregation and more people seated on a second tier…
Willow Creek Presbyterian Church Sanctuary
This photograph was taken from the back of the Willow Creek Presbyterian Church sanctuary looking over the heads of the congregation in the pews. There are people on a raised platform before the congregation and more people seated on a second tier…
Willow Creek Presbyterian Church in Argyle
The church was founded in December 1844, and the present building was built in 1877. The church was originally founded by Scottish settlers as was the small community of Argyle, which no longer exists. Services are still held in the 1877 building at…
West State and Main Street Intersection
An arched, lighted "Welcome" sign hangs over Main Street where it intersects West State Street. Several businesses are visible in the photograph that looks north: the Golden Eagle Clothing Co. and Holland, Gilruth & King Loan Co. The Rockford Railway…
Well-Dressed Boys
A group of well-dressed boys in a residential district are captured in this photograph. The location is unknown.
Water and Woods Scene
It is unclear which local river or lake is featured in this scenic view of woods by the water.
Village Scene
This dirt street town scene features horse-drawn wagons pulled up in front of storefronts on a main street. It is unclear where this photograph was taken.
Victorian Sitting Room
This photograph features a sitting room with artwork, plants, and a patterned rug. The location of the house and the homeowner's name are unknown.
Untitled [men on lawn]
This photograph features a group of men posing on a lawn with trees in the background.
Two-Story Multi-Apartment Residence
This rear view of a large two-story multi-apartment residence and courtyard garden may be part of a larger complex. The location is unclear.
Two Young Ladies with a Doll
Two young ladies are pictured with a doll propped between them on a stool or chair.
Two Young Ladies with a Doll
A young lady sits with a doll on her lap while another young girl stands by her side.
Two Women Outdoors
Two women, dressed warmly for the winter season, pose outdoors with snow in the background next to a front porch. The location and the women's names are unknown.
Two Women by a River Bank
Two young ladies pose for this photograph apparently on a river bank. Both are seated on a fallen tree trunk, and the one on the left is holding an instrument, perhaps a ukelele. The location and the names of the women are unknown. For a similar…
Two Men with Fish
Two fishermen are unloading their day's catch from two small canoe-type boats at a small cabin on a river shore. This photo looks like it was taken in the autumn. The river appears to have overflowed its banks, and the trees in the background are…
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.
Tuxedo Tennis Club Court
A doubles game is in progress on the Tuxedo Tennis Club cinder court at the corner of Elm and S. Winnebago Streets. Similar photographs of club members and another view of this court can be found in photos 88.122.762, 88.122.714, and 88.122.695.
Tuxedo Tennis Club Court
A doubles game is in progress on the Tuxedo Tennis Club cinder court at the corner of Elm and S. Winnebago Streets. For similar photographs and other views of players, club members, and this court, see photos 88.122.762, 88.122.714, 88.122.802, and…
Tuxedo Tennis Club Court
A doubles game is in progress on the Tuxedo Tennis Club cinder court at the corner of Elm and S. Winnebago Streets. Photographs of club members and an additional view of this court can be found in photos 88.122.762 and 88.122.695.
Tuxedo Tennis Club Court
A doubles game is in progress on the Tuxedo Tennis Club cinder court at the corner of Elm and S. Winnebago Streets. St. Mary Oratory Church is in the background at 517 Elm Street. A person wearing a hat is partly visible far right. A photograph of…
Train Wreck Clean-up
A large crowd gathers to watch as a special locomotive with a front-end crane moves into position to start removing train cars that have left the track during a wreck. The river is visible to the left and a two-lane road to the right. It is unclear…
Train Wreck
A number of people are walking amidst the damage created by a major train accident beside a fence line. It is unclear where the photograph was taken.
Train Engine House and Engine Destroyed
On Saturday, March 19, 1892, a fire of unknown origin started in the old Chicago & Iowa Railroad Engine House at the Chicago, Burlington, & Quincy Railroad yard. Engine 612 and the engine house were destroyed.
Tinker Swiss Cottage, Kent Creek, and Suspension Bridge
This photograph looks southwest at Tinker cottage and the suspension bridge. Kent Creek and a small dam are seen in the foreground. The cottage is reflected in the water of the creek. A tall telephone pole rises in the forefront.
Tinker Swiss Cottage with Footbridge
This photograph was taken looking southeast from Kent Creek up at the north side of Tinker Cottage including the footbridge. (Reference - Sinnissippi Saga, page 236.)
Tinker Swiss Cottage Suspension Bridge
This photograph of the Tinker Swiss Cottage suspension bridge was taken from below the cottage looking west. A man stands on a small Kent Creek dam in the foreground. The suspension bridge was replaced after being washed away in an 1890 flood.
Tinker Swiss Cottage and Suspension Bridge
This photograph looks southwest from below the Tinker cottage and bridge from Kent Creek. A small dam is in the foreground.
Tinker Cottage
This photograph was taken looking south at the southeast corner of Tinker Swiss Cottage. The suspension bridge is visible to the right.