Mrs. Elmer Lenfest photograph collection, circa 1874-circa 1910
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Collector
- Lenfest, Elmer, Mrs
- Title
- Mrs. Elmer Lenfest photograph collection
- Dates
- circa 1874-circa 1910 (inclusive)18741910
- Quantity
- 15 photographic prints (1 box) ; various sizes
- Collection Number
- PH1022
- Summary
- Photographs of Snohomish, Washington and other Pacific Northwest locations
- Repository
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University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA
98195-2900
Telephone: 2065431929
Fax: 2065431931
speccoll@uw.edu - Access Restrictions
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Entire collection can be viewed on the Libraries’ Digital Collections website. Permission of Visual Materials Curator required to view originals. Contact Special Collections for more information.
- Languages
- English
Historical Background
The city of Snohomish, Washington, located on the banks of the Snohomish River, was founded in 1859, prior to the creation of Snohomish County in 1861.
Content Description
The collection contains photographs of the city of Snohomish and nearby sights, including Snoqualmie Falls.
Use of the Collection
Alternative Forms Available
View the digital version of the collection
Restrictions on Use
Restrictions may exist on reproduction, quotation, or publication. Contact Special Collections, University of Washington Libraries for details.
Administrative Information
Acquisition Information
Gift of Mrs. Elmer Lenfest, March 19, 1942.
Processing Note
Processed by Elizabeth Russell; completed 2012.
Photographs transferred from the Early Photographers Collection, Subject Files, and Theodore Peiser Photographs in 2011.
Related Materials
Also in Special Collections, University of Washington Libraries, the Elmer Lenfest Paper (Accession Number 4676-001)
Detailed Description of the Collection
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Snohomish, Washington
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Description: People gathered for 4th of July celebration in front of the Exchange Hotel, Snohomish, Washington
The Exchange Hotel was at the corner of 1st Street and Avenue D.
Dates: 1874Container: Box/Folder 1/1, Item 1 -
Dates: 1874Container: Box/Folder 1/1, Item 2
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Description: View of First St. and Avenue C, SnohomishG. D. Horton's Palace Floating Gallery, Puget Sound, Washington Territory (photographer)
Blackman Bros. general store is located at the corner.
Dates: between 1880 and 1890Container: Box/Folder 1/2, Item 3 -
Description: Snohomish riverfrontTheodore E. Peiser, Cor. Second and Marion Streets, Seattle, W.T. (photographer)Dates: between 1880 and 1890Container: Box/Folder 1/2, Item 4
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Description: Blackman Bros. sawmill at SnohomishPalace Floating GalleryHorton & Lewis, Proprietors, Puget Sound (photographer)Dates: 1884?Container: Box/Folder 1/2, Item 5
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Description: Three men, including Emory C. Ferguson at center, in front of Ferguson's home in Snohomish, between 1880 and 1890
Written on verso: The first house in Snohomish, cut and fitted in Steilacom, by E. C. Ferguson (Emory C.).
Emory C. Ferguson (1833 - 1911) was the first settler in what became the town of Snohomish and is regarded as the town's founder. Ferguson was also instrumental in the activism that led to the creation of Snohomish County in 1861.
Dates: 1890?Container: Box/Folder 1/3, Item 6 -
Description: Group of men, women and children posed on railroad tracks, probably in Snohomish, between 1880 and 1890Barnes & Evans, Snohomish, between 1880 and 1890 (photographer)Dates: between 1880 and 1890Container: Box/Folder 1/4, Item 7
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Description: Group of male and female students on steps of Snohomish High School, Snohomish, between 1880 and 1890Snohomish Studio, Snohomish, between 1880 and 1890 (photographer)Dates: 1910?Container: Box/Folder 1/4, Item 8
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Surrounding areas
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Stern wheel SteamerNellie
This steamer was owned and operated by Captain Charles Lowe. The steamer took passengers between Seattle and Snohomish.
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Description: Starboard view of Stern wheel steamer Nelliewith excursion party off Skagit HeadGeorge D. Horton, Palace Floating Gallery (photographer)Dates: between 1880 and 1890Container: Box/Folder 1/5, Item 9
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Description: Nelliedocked at Ferguson's Wharf, Snohomish, Washington
Written on verso: The first steamer for a regular run between Snohomish and Seattle.
Dates: between 1880 and 1890Container: Box/Folder 1/5, Item 10
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Description: Large group of people by Snoqualmie FallsBarnes & Evans, Snohomish, between 1880 and 1890 (photographer)Dates: 1890?Container: Box/Folder 1/6, Item 11
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Dates: circa 1880s or 1890sContainer: Box/Folder 1/6, Item 12
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Description: Group of men and women standing on old growth tree stump, Snohomish County, WashingtonPalace Floating Gallery, Views of Puget Sound, G. D. Horton, Artist (photographer)
Two men in background are holding a violin and small guitar.
Dates: circa 1880s or 1890sContainer: Box/Folder 1/6, Item 13 -
Dates: circa 1880s or 1890sContainer: Box/Folder 1/6, Item 14
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Description: Group of people, probably belonging to a social organization
The members of the group are wearing either a light or dark collar-type item.
Dates: between 1884 and 1886Container: Box/Folder 1/6, Item 15
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Visual Materials Collections (University of Washington)
Personal Names
- Ferguson, Emory Canda, 1833-1911--Photographs
Geographical Names
- Snohomish (Wash.)--Photographs--19th century
Other Creators
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Personal Names
- Barnes & Evans (photographer)
- Horton, George D (photographer)
- Peiser, Theodore E (photographer)
