Antique Western US 1900s Danby Train Station Mojave California Original Photo

Description: An antique albumen photograph from an album of 1900-1909 western U.S. scenes including the Atlantic and Pacific (became Santa Fe) end First Transcontinental Railways. Type & Size: A 5.5x3.5" original photograph.Condition: Good condition and very well taken care of for its age. Likely some light curling, flaking, and other age related deterioration. Please see photos for scans. This photograph features the Danby Train Station, a small wooden structure with a sign that reads "DANBY." In front of the station, a man interacts with a dog, which is standing on its hind legs. A signal pole can be seen on the right, with trees and a clear sky in the background, suggesting a calm day. This image likely captures a moment in a small town along the Western U.S. railroad, possibly in California where Danby is situated along the historic Santa Fe Railway.Danby is a small community in California's Mojave Desert, known historically as a stop along the railroad connecting various parts of the western United States. The Santa Fe Railway, which would have passed through Danby, played a significant role in the expansion westward, facilitating trade and travel in the early 20th century. The presence of rail stations like Danby highlights the importance of railroads in linking distant communities and fostering the growth of the American West.Visible text in the photo includes "DANBY" prominently displayed on the building and another sign that appears to say "TELEGRAPH OFFICE," adding context to this as a communication point in a rural area. The word "High" is written in white along the bottom of the image, possibly indicating the name of the photographer or the collection.

Price: 89 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2024-11-28T21:38:43.000Z

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