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a783, Int. Stereoscope Co Stereoview, #314, Suspension Bridge over Niagara 1880s For Sale
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a783, Int. Stereoscope Co Stereoview, #314, Suspension Bridge over Niagara 1880s:
$75.00
a783, Int. Stereoscope Co Stereoview, #314, Suspension Bridge over Niagara 1880s a783, Int. Stereoscope Co Stereoview, #314, Suspension Bridge over Niagara 1880s Click images to enlarge Description You are offerding on an original Stereoview/Stereograph SV card, titled: Niagara - New Suspension Bridge, from Tower, NY. by International Stereoscope Co., card #314, 1880s. Looking at this Stereoview through a Viewer, is like using Google 3D when looking at a Map. To see all of my \"Stereoview Cards\" click here.
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The Niagara Falls Suspension Bridge stood from 1855 to 1897 across the Niagara River and was the world\'s first working railway suspension bridge. It spanned 825 feet (251 m) and stood 2.5 miles (4.0 km) downstream of Niagara Falls, where it connected Niagara Falls, Ontario to Niagara Falls, New York. Trains used the upper of its two decks, while pedestrians and carriages used the lower. The bridge was the idea of Canadian politicians, and it was built by an American company and a Canadian company. It was most commonly called the Suspension Bridge, although other names included Niagara Railway Suspension Bridge, Niagara Suspension Bridge, and its official American name of the International Suspension Bridge.
The Third Suspension Bridge, 1886 -1896
More and more demands were being placed onto the existing Railway Suspension Bridge that was completed in 1855. Trains crossed more frequently and became larger and their loads heavier. Soon the stresses placed upon the existing bridge structure were becoming too great and safety became a big concern.
The work of renovating the Railway Suspension Bridge was carried out by Leffert L. Buck, an American engineer who later went on to become famous for his design of great steel arch bridge which eventually replaced the suspension bridge.
The beauty of the second bridge was sacrificed for one of much greater strength. Increasing trade and commerce demanded that wood and stone be replaced with steel. Slender steel pylons replaced the thick stone towers. Steel beams and trusses replaced the wooden frame work.
The entire renovation was completed by 1886. No accidents occurred during construction and with little interruption to rail traffic. (ref. wikipedia) Size: 3.5\" by 7\"
Subjects: Historic, Niagara Falls, Architecture, Buildings, Business, Bridge, Canada, People Date: circa 1880\'s.
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Stereoscopy or Stereoviews have two nearly identical images mounted side by side and were taken by a Stereo Camera. When looked at through a stereo viewer they give a three-dimensional image. Most popular from 1850’s to 1930’s and they usually measure about 3 ½\" by 7\" (please see images).
This SV card is part of a very large collection (over 5000) I will be selling on over the next 6-8 months.
Some of the subjects will be: Alaska, Austria, Boston, California, Celebrities, Chicago, Colorado, Comedy, Cuba, Egypt, Florida, Industry, Ireland, Italy, Japan, London, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Niagara Falls, Paris, Pennsylvania, People, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rome, San Francisco, Scotland, St. Louis, Tragedies, Virginia, Volcano\'s, Washington DC, Wisconsin, Yellowstone and Yosemite.
Condition: VG/EX-EX (Edge & corner wear, Crease), (please see the images). This Stereoview would make a great addition to your collection or as a Gift.Please checkout my 1880\'s Baseball Victorian Trade cards in my store Please checkout my 1870\'s Baseball Tintypes in my store
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a783, Int. Stereoscope Co Stereoview, #314, Suspension Bridge over Niagara 1880s $75.00
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