Seward Peninsula photograph album , circa 1903
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Overview of the Collection
- Title
- Seward Peninsula photograph album
- Dates
- circa 190319031903
- Quantity
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1.0 linear feet, (1 container)13″ x 10″
- Collection Number
- PH 203_021
- Summary
- The collection consists of one album of photographs, text and documents, documenting transportation and infrastructure of Seward, Alaska area c. 1903. Compiled by J. Warren Dickson of Seattle, to promote a planned expansion of the Council City and Solomon River Railroad. Designed to support the mining industry, the railroad used trains from the New York City elevated system. It was abandoned in 1907 but is listed on the National Register of Historic Properties. Approximately 150 images.
- Repository
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University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu - Access Restrictions
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Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.
- Additional Reference Guides
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See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
J. Warren Dickson was vice-president and general manager of the Western Alaska Construction Company of Chicago. The town of Dickson, Alaska, was named for him. Western Alaska Construction Company wanted to build railroads to establish transportation infrastructure and capture freight fees for mines. The Council City & Solomon River Railroad was constructed 1903-1906 but the end of the gold rush rendered it commercially unviable.
Content Description
Album of photographs text and documents, documenting transportation and infrastructure of Seward, Alaska area c. 1903. Compiled by J. Warren Dickson of Seattle, to promote a planned expansion of the Council City and Solomon River Railroad. Designed to support the mining industry, the railroad used trains from the New York City elevated system. It was abandoned in 1907 but is listed on the National Register of Historic Properties. Approximately 150 images.
Administrative Information
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
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Description: Seward Peninsula photograph album
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Gold mines and mining--Alaska
- Inuit
- Railroads--Alaska
Geographical Names
- Alaska--Discovery and Exploration
- Alaska--Photographs
Form or Genre Terms
- Photographs
