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A.J. Russell "The Pacific Coast West From Omaha", 1868-1869

 Sub-Series — Box: 1, Folder: 3

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

Consists of more than 300 original stereo-views (two identical images printed side by side that appear three-dimensional when placed in a stereoscopic viewer) that were taken of sights along the Union Pacific or Central Pacific Railroads in Nebraska, Wyoming, Utah, Nevada, and California as well as a few general views in Utah (especially Salt Lake City), Oregon, Idaho, Colorado, and Arizona. Also included are several Native American portraits and views of Yellowstone National Park. Many photographers are represented in this collection including Andrew Joseph (A.J.) Russell, William Henry Jackson, Charles William (C.W.) Carter, Carleton Watkins, John K. (Jack) Hillers, William Bell, and Eadweard Muybridge.

Dates

  • Creation: 1868-1869

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

Material in English

Restrictions

No restrictions on use, except: not available through interlibrary loan.

Extent

From the Collection: 3 boxes (1.5 linear feet)

Repository Details

Part of the Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives Repository

Contact:
Merrill-Cazier Library
Utah State University
3000 Old Main Hill
Logan Utah 84322-3000 United States
435 797-8248
435 797-2880 (Fax)