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Hills in Laconia. Laconia, New Hampshire. "Laconia, New Hampshire. June 1926"
aerial image of Laconia, New Hampshire. The rocky landscape of the hill covered with tall grass and bushes can be seen in the foreground A small town in front of a major lake can be seen in the valley at the base of the hill. Hills rise in the background behind the lake. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Hills near a field "Vegetation, general"
Photograph of an open field. The field is across from a dirt road. Two wooden posts stand near the road. Stands of trees can be seen in the distance. Hills rise in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Hills. Colorado "Colorado. Undated"
Photograph of hills taken in Colorado. Short vegetation grows close to the camera. A stand of trees can be seen in the midground. Mountains rise in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Hillside coated with calcareous tufa shore of Pyramid Lake, Nevada
A man walks with his donkeys below a calcareous tufa hillside near Pyramid Lake, Nevada. The landscape is arid with little vegetation. -
Hillside landscape. Gilmanton, New Hampshire. "1907 Gilmanton, New Hampshire"
Photograph of Drew located in Gilmanton, New Hampshire. It is noted the picture was taken in 1907, from Drew's Hill. Tall grasses cover the rolling landscape in the foreground and trees dot the fields, which are divided by low, stone walls. Mountains can be seen in the background, covered by dense stands of trees. A wooden trough can be seen in the middle of the field in the foreground. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Hillside landscape. Gilmanton, New Hampshire. "1907 Gilmanton, New Hampshire"
Stereographic duplicate of mounted stereograph 010_MJ_137_096. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Hillside terraced to save soil. Wheat and olives
Tagus River valley within a mountainous landscape. Agricultural fields can be seen on the mountain in the left part of the picture have been terraced to prevent soil erosion. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947. -
Hillside toward Corcovado
Landscape looking over Corcovado, Brazil. Italianate inspired houses and buildings dot the landscape while mountain rise in the background. The landscape is rocky and sparse with foliage. Children play in the courtyard in the foreground. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947. -
Hillside Town "Colorado. Undated"
Photograph of an overview of small town taken in Colorado. The photograph is taken on a hill near the town. Rocks are scattered on the hill. A small tower made of rubblestone stands on the hill. The town is characterized by houses and other buildings. Hills rise in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection -
Hillside. Long shovel measuring height
Landscape of a curved hillside. A long shovel has been placed next to the side of the cliff to give perspective to its height. The sediment layer formations have become curved over time as a stronger force pushed up on the bed rock. The landscape is barren and rocky with no vegetation. -
Hilly field "Saline and surrounding area. Undated"
Photograph of hills in a field. The hills are covered in grass. A wooden fence can be seen in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Hilly field "Vegetation, general"
Photograph of a hilly field. The field is partitioned by a wooden fence. Stands of trees can be seen in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Hogback at Dakota
A rocky ridgeline, or "hogback," near Dakota, Colorado. The ridgeline appears to be rising out of the ground to the left of the picture and the landscape is sparse with ground cover and few trees. A river can be seen in the valley between the two ridgelines in the picture. -
Hojalatera to northwest. Habana
Hojalatera tree in Habana, Cuba. Several other types of trees surround the Hojalatera and grow in a row behind a rough iron fence surrounding the property. A large house can be seen in the background and a walkway can be seen outside of the fence. -
Hojalatera to south. Habana, Cuba
Hojalatera tree in Habana, Cuba. Several other types of trees surround the Hojalatera and grow behind a wooden fence in the foreground. Power lines can be seen in the foreground. -
Holland, Vollendam costume
People walking along a sidewalk wearing Volendam costume -
Holland. Groynes to save beach from cutting by long shore drift ."Boardwalk, Holland, Michigan"
Stereographic duplicate of glass slide 010_MJ_85_045c. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Home economic house
The Home Economics Practice House 415 Perrin Street in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Built in the 1890's, the house was originally used an infirmary for students at the university but it was later converted to be a practice house for home economics students. The house was demolished in 1973. Built in a vernacular Queen Anne style, the house was two stories and had several forces that wrapped around the facades of the building. Two cars are parked on the street in front of the house. -
Home of Ex-President Coolidge. Northampton
Home of Ex-President Coolidge in Northampton, Massachusetts. Four steps lead up to the small portico surrounding the main entrance of the house. Canvas screens can be let down in order to shade the porch and a rocking chair can be seen sitting on the porch. The house may be a Tri-Gabled L style house with the main entrance being in the ell. An oriel window can be seen on the front facade. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947. -
Homes of Miss Paris, Hawaii. Site of Kakis land house
The L-shaped house of Miss Paris in Hawaii. It is noted that this is the site of Kakis land house. A large open porch wraps around the single story house that has a front facing gable and sits on a small hill. Palm trees and other vegetation surround the house, obscuring most of the view. -
Horse and Buggy. Colorado "Colorado. Undated"
Photograph of a dirt road taken in Colorado. Two individuals sit in a buggy going down the road. A wooden fence can be seen on the side of the road. Pine trees and other vegetation grow near the road. Mountains rise in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Horse buggy on a dirt road "Colorado. Undated"
Photograph of a horse buggy on a dirt road. The photograph is of the back of the buggy. The horse and buggy stands on a dirt road near a small town. Mountains rise in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Horse Chestnut in bloom, detail. Missouri
Up-close view of a Horse Chestnut tree in bloom in Missouri. The leaves of the tree appear to be waxy and have a thin width with striated markings. The leaves are densely growing from the branches and other trees can be seen in the background. -
Horse Chestnut, Missouri
A large Horse Chestnut tree in Missouri. The tree towers over the landscape, which is flat and covered with grass. Several other trees can be seen in the background and a dirt roadway cuts through the vegetation. -
Horse drawn buggy on a dirt road "Vegetation"
Photograph of a dirt road. Deciduous trees line the sides of the road. A horse drawn buggy can be seen on the right side of the road. Houses can be seen behind the houses. A tower can be seen in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Horse team digs out a foundation for new house construction "Building a brick veneer house. Hurdley's, Normal St. Ypsilanti. Summer, 1912"
Photograph of a horse team helping to dig a foundation for a new house at 298 North Normal Street Ypsilanti, Michigan. It is noted the house will be a brick veneer style, is located on Normal Street, and was constructed in 1912. Several men stand in the pit where the foundation for the house will be poured. A single tree stands in the backyard and houses on the next street over can be seen in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Horses walk on a dirt road. "Trip to South America. 1918"
Photograph of a dirt road taken in South America. Pedestrians can be seen in walking in the background. Buildings line the side of the road. Horses on a buggy can be seen in front of a white building. The white building has a sign that reads "Oscar." In the background there is a large building with a large steeple, similar to a church. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Hotel Avenida. Rio de Janiero, Brazil. "Trip to South America. 1918"
Photograph of the Hotel Avenida located in Rio de Janiero, Brazil. A large group individuals stand in front of the hotel near a trolley. The hotel is characterizezd by its Beaux Arts and Second Empire Architecture with heavy ornamentation on the window soffits and balustrades. The building is four stories tall. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Houghton Lake. Logging camp. 1909. "Houses, buildings, and cityscapes"
Stereographic duplicate of glass slide 010_MJ_85_014c. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
House at Villa Americana. Backyard view. Note chimney & patchwork quilt
Working class house in Villa Americana, Brazil. A modest, one and half story house with a clay tile roof sits in the middle of a farm yard surrounded by fences. Patchwork quilts and linens hang on the clothesline outside of the house. -
House near a body of water "California. Undated"
Photograph of a large house near a large body of water. The house has a hipped deck and a balcony. There is a small shed behind the house. A small island in the body of water can be seen in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
House of Belgian consul (bus)
The house of Belgian consul in Joinville, Brazil. It is a one and half story vernacular building. A horse team and bus sits outside the house while two children stand in the doorway and woman leans out of one of the front windows. -
House of German printer-publisher
Eclectic style house of a German printer-publisher in Joinville, Brazil. Two men walk down the sidewalk in front of the house that is surrounded by an iron and wooden fence. An electrical pole can be seen in the foreground next to a dirt road. An office building stands behind the German house. -
House of Tijuca. Massive work
House in Tijuca, a municipal area of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The house is built into a hill and stairs lead up from the street to the front door. It has a clay tile room and vernacular style details. Mountains can be seen in the background. It is noted that this was a massive work -
House on a dirt road "Colorado. Undated"
Photograph of houses on a dirt road. The houses are of varying architecture styles. A house with a gambrel roof can be seen in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
House on a dirt road "Gilmanton, New Hampshire. August 31, 1927"
Photograph of a house. The house is surrounded by trees. The house appears to be vernacular style architecture. The house has a covered porch. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
House on a dirt road "Unidentified"
Photograph of a house. It is noted that this photograph has been dated as 1937. The house is square with a gable roof. The house was built by a dirt road. Large stands of trees can be seen in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
House on a dune "Vegetation, general"
Photograph of a house on a dune. The house is surrounded by trees. Short vegetation on the dune. The sand is covered in twigs. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
House on the side of a dirt road "Gilmanton, New Hampshire. August 31, 1927"
Photograph of large New England vernacular house. The house is rectangular in shape with square addition. The primary mass has a gable roof. The house is two and half stories tall. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
House with Gambrel Roof"Ontario. Kincardine"
Photograph of the side elevation of a house located in Kincardine, Ontario, Canada. The house has a gambrel roof. The side is a large wall dormer with three windows. Boards have been placed over the windows on the first floor to help weatherize them. A small shed can be seen on the back of the house and trees cover the property. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
House, fence, and garden
One and a half story vernacular houses in Joinville, Brazil. A wooden fence surrounds the property and a garden grows in the backyard along with trees and other foliage that surrounds the house. The houses are most likely middle classes worker homes. -
House. Unidentified
Farmhouse in Colorado. The house appears to be a one and a half story vernacular style farm house with several outbuildings behind the house. Large trees screen most of the buildings and a wooden and wire fence surrounds the property. Cultivated fields surround the farm and the landscape is mostly flat with little vegetation other than crops. -
Houses and bridge in watery area
High water rising up to meet the houses on the banks of the lake. Two houses can be seen to the right and they appear to almost be underwater. Several wooden posts can be seen sticking out of the water along with large boulders. A stand of trees is completely isolated as the water rose over the land. A large metal bridge can be seen in the background. -
Houses and farmland along river
A river cuts through a country landscape. Houses are built on top of the steep dirt embankments around the river and wooden fences divides the properties from the water. A roadway can be seen in the background, on top of the bluff. Vegetation covers the landscape. -
Houses behind evergreen trees
Photograph of a forest camp. Several houses are constructed in the shade of the tall pines to the right. Smaller trees grow in the foreground. A wooden fence can be seen in the foreground. A bench sits at the base of one of the pines. -
Houses constructed along the lake shore
Landscape of a sandy lakeshore. Houses have been constructed at the top of the sand bluff in the foreground and they extend all the way down the beach. Tree debris and rocks litter the small beach and trees grow out of the top of the dune around the houses. -
Houses near a hill "California. Undated"
Photograph of houses and buildings on a road. The buildings are built in a hill with dense vegetation. Powerlines towers line the side of the road. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Houses near a lake "Thumb area. Michigan"
Photograph of a two houses. The house stand on top of bed rock near a lake. The houses are in the vernacular style. Large trees surround the houses. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Houses near a sidewalk on a snow covered street "Houses, buildings, and cityscapes"
Photograph of a snow covered street. The sidewalks and walkways up to the entrances of the houses have been cleared of snow. A small upright and wing house sits partially outside of the frame of the picture to the left. A large two and a half story house stands to the right. The house appears to have a central passage plan with rooms on either side of the main entrance. A large portico covers the main entrance and oriel windows can be seen under individual gables on the front of the house. Trees are planted in rows beside the road. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Houses near flooded dirt road
Photograph of a flooded streetscape with deeply rutted road and several houses. Water stands in most of the ruts in the road. The yards of the houses have been flooded. A vernacular building with a front portico supported by tuscan style columns can be seen in the foreground. A single roof dormer sits above the main entrance . The exterior is constructed with bricks. A church sits beside the house. There are several other buildings outside of the frame to the left. -
Houses near mountains
Photograph of a mountain village. Several houses at the base of the peaks can be seen in the background. The landscape in the foreground is flat and clear cut, likely for agriculture. The dirt roadway is rutted and muddy. The peaks in the background are covered with trees and other vegetation. -
Houses on a brick street "Europe trip. 1911"
Photograph of a brick street located in Europe. Houses stand behind wooden fences that separate each of the properties. Trees grow in front of the houses behind the fences. The houses are characterized by roof ornamentation and chimneys with several pots. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Houses on a dirt road "Colorado. Undated"
Photograph of two small houses located in a mountainous area. The houses are square in shape with pyrmidal roofs. The house stand near a dirt road. Stands of tree can be seen behind the houses. Mountains rise in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Houses on a residential road "Utah, undated"
Photograph of houses in a residential area. The house closest to the camera is a craftsman house. The second house is a verncaular house. Trees grow in the yards of the houses. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Houses on a residential road "Utah, undated"
Photograph of a house in a residential area. The house closest to the camera is a craftsman house. Trees grow in the yards of the houses. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Houses on a River Bank
Photograph of houses on the banks of a river near the southern United States. A large two-story tidewater house can be seen between the trees and a smaller house sits to the left. A portion of the river bed is exposed, suggesting the tide is out. Trees grow on the bank, obscuring most of the houses. -
Houses on a sidewalk in winter "Houses, buildings, and cityscapes"
Photograph of a snow covered street. The sidewalks and walkways up to the entrances of the houses have been cleared, and the street appears to be clear as well. A large Ontario Cottage style house is in the foreground. A wrap around porch extends across the front and side facades and the main entrance is located over the gable on the front of the house. Several other residences can be seen in the background. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Houses on muddy road near mountains
Photograph a muddy alley in a mountain town. Houses of differing architecture styles surround the rutted street. A wooden fence divides the property in the foreground. Dense vegetation obscures the view of the other houses in the background. Mountains rise in the background. -
Houses surrounded by pine trees "Vegetation, general"
Photograph of houses. The houses appear to be vernacular style. The houses are surrounded by tall pine trees. Jefferson would often use the same negative to create a lantern slide as well as a mounted stereographic card. When possible we have indicated if it is a repeat image, however this is not always the case. As such, there may be a corresponding digitized glass lantern slide, and a mounted stereographic card associated with this stereographic negative within the Mark Jefferson Collection. -
Houses. Province of Rio de Janeiro
Vernacular one story houses with clay tile roofs in the province of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. A wooden and wire fence surrounds the houses and keeps a donkey in the yard in front of the house. Most likely a working class house. Mountains rise in the background. -
Huanchaco on river Chicama. Unirrigated. Abandoned for surf
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Huanchaco on the river Chimana in Peru. The landscape is relatively flat and arid. It is noted the town is abandoned for surf. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947. -
Huaura river mouth. Port is Huacho. Town one mile to North
Image from a published source. aerial picture of Port Huacho in Huaura, Peru. Cultivated fields spread out around the town. Boats can be seen in the bay, moored near the pier. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947. -
Hungary. Budapest. Bread market
Budapest, Hungary. Street scene of a market where a woman is buying bread. There are women and children walking past other vendors selling wares. -
Huron City. North. Eggs in duck's nest
Looking into the hole in the rocky embankment where a Red Headed Duck nest can be seen on the Lake Huron shoreline near Huron City, Michigan. Several eggs can be seen in a bed of feathers set into the rocks and grass grows around the opening to the nest. -
Huron City. North. Red headed duck's nest
Rocky embankment on the shores of Lake Huron north of Huron City, Michigan. It is noted the picture is showing a Red Headed duck nest, however, it is challenging to see where the nest is. There is a hole made by the rocks a right and up from the center of the picture and the nest is in that hole. A birch tree grows out of the embankment and grass grows around the opening in the rocks where the nest is located. -
Ice Bridge at Niagara breaking up. Ice sometimes lasts until June
A portion of the ice bridge at Niagara Falls breaking apart and falling to the base of the falls. It is noted that the ice sometimes lasts until June. The surrounding banks of the river are still covered in heavy layers of ice and snow. -
Ice chunks over rivers
Photograph of a river. Rapids crash over large boulders can be seen in the middle of the river bed. Chunks of ice float on the surface of the water in a whirlpool at the base of the falls. Several tree trunks are stacked on the side of the river to the left. Dense vegetation covers the banks of the waterfall and trees can be seen in the background, on the banks of the upper portion of the river. -
Ice jam
A large ice dam. Layers of piled ice have formed on the edge of a river or lake. Trees grow in the background. -
Ice mountain
Tourists climb on the packed snow field under the frozen cliff of Niagara Falls during the winter. Large icicles hang from a rocky overhang to the side of the falls, which can be seen in the background. -
Ice storm. Charleston, Illinois. January 1914
Streetscape of houses after an ice storm in Charleston, Illinois in January 1914. A layer of ice covers the powerlines and the tree branches in the foreground, while the houses are covered in snow and icicles. Several tree branches are littered in the front yards of the houses. -
Idaho. Blue Lakes
Hand-colored image of Blue Lakes near Cascades, Idaho. The landscape is arid and rocky with little vegetation. Sandstone cliffs rise above the lakes and create a canyon appearance. -
Illinois. Cairo. Making soft soap
A woman stands over a large metal pot making soap on an open fire in Cairo, Illinois. She is wearing a long skirt with a button down shirt and a bonnet that covers her face. A wooden fence can be seen in the background with several metal containers. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947. -
Illinois. Vanished Mormon city. Doorway
The doorway of a brick building in a vanished Mormon City in Illinois. A man is walking through the door of the main entrance with has a transom light above the door and a stone post. He is wearing an overcoat, a bowler hat, and is holding a cane. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947. -
In the classroom
Students listening to their professor in a classroom, presumably at Michigan State Normal College, now Eastern Michigan University. The students sit in long, wooden bench style desks while their professor talks to them at the front of the room. The room is unadorned and has a wall length black board in the background. -
In the gardens of Adams' house
A sign in the Adams' garden at the house in Quincy, Massachusetts. The sign reads, "Yorkist Rose brought from England by Abigail Adams in 1788." Abigail Adams was the second First Lady and wife of John Adams, second president of the United States. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.