North Country At Work

A snowplow was attached to an engine to clear away snow on the rail tracks. Circa 1940s. Dexter, NY.

The Dexter 1932/33 New Years Eve Opera House fire later spread to the Underwood Hotel on January 1, 1933. Dexter, NY. Related article about volunteer firefighting here; the audio clip is from that story and features John Stano and Corky Marlowe.

The Marble City Hotel during winter, circa 1890-1900. The building now is home to Nina’s Bar, owned from the mid-1980s into the 21st century by Herman (Hermie) Towne, Jr. Gouverneur, NY.

Open air trolley of the Black River Trolley company (BRT) on trestle bridge. February 23, 1906. Dexter, NY.

Known as the old “long” bridge, built in 1848, it was replaced at the turn of the century. Circa 1880s. Photo owned by Addie B. Alverson; donated circa January 10, 1950. On the left is the old grist mill on south side of river. Dexter, NY.

Loading for a shot at the Frontenac Mill. January 1925. Dexter, NY.  

Draft tube forms at Frontenac Mill. Winter 1925. Dexter, NY What were these used for?

Stone was quarried near the mill to build the tail race. January 1925. Dexter, NY

Building the 20-foot tall cribs at the Frontenac Mill. January 1925. Dexter, NY.

The plow is almost buried on Elm Ridge Road in Philadelphia. Note shadow of men in foreground. 1947. Philadelphia, NY. From Bodman Memorial Library Calenders, which used photos from the Philadelphia Historical Society’s archives.