Oregon City Suspension Bridge - c. 1900
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In addition to displaying many details of the bridge, this photo by Ford also shows the river side of some of Oregon City's downtown buildings.
In addition to displaying many details of the bridge, this photo by Ford also shows the river side of some of Oregon City's downtown buildings. The bridge was the first suspension bridge west of the Mississippi, completed in 1888. It carried foot traffic, carriages and electric lines.
Note in detail view 1 the stern warning against going too fast, and also an ad for Sherman Williams Paint ("Covers Best, Wears Longest").
-- This photo is restored and printed by Old Oregon.
| Photographer | John F. Ford |
|---|---|
| Location | Oregon City, Willamette River, Clackamas County |
| Subject | Bridges and Trestles, Town Views |
| Decade | 1900s |
| Print Maker | Old Oregon |
| Original Type | Larger Print |
| Size of Original | 6.0 x 8.1 inches |
| Photographer's Number | Number 173 |
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