Box W-3

Topics of manuscripts are many and include: stunters, bridges, individuals, schools, hotels, Native Americans, Local History, television, famous visitors to NF and more.

Topics of manuscripts are many and include: stunters, bridges, individuals, schools, hotels, Native Americans, Local History, television, famous visitors to NF and more.

2 photographs of Thomas V. Welch at The State Reservation at Niagara. "Rapids above the bridge to Goat Island. Less water caused by Ice Blocade. March 22, 1903."

Assorted documents including folders, general correspondences, event invitations, tourist information, advertisements for local businesses and attractions, handbills for performances, railroad information, menus, local museums, and more. Most documents are from 1800s and early 1900s, many related to the Niagara Falls Historical Society.

Village of Niagara Falls blank application from the 1800s for a license. The applicant (or heirs) would pay ($300) (for misuse?).

Transcripts of letters from to Col. Nathaniel Rochester (founder of the City of Rochester) from his son William B. Rochester who served at Fort Niagara during the winter of 1813. Also included in the collection are letters from John C. Rochester, another son of Nathaniel, and letters from other officers. All transcribed in the same hand.

New York State amendment to "An act to provide for the incorporation of villages," as it pertains to the village of Niagara City. 2/23/1855.