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Resting on concrete pilings, an iron bridge stretches across the placidly flowing Maquoketa River north of Dubuque, Iowa. Two boys may be seen resting on the right hand river bank. The number 1380 is written on a label that has been stuck to the…

A view looking west, of the passenger bridge across the Mississippi. Known as the "High" or "Wagon" bridge, this structure opened in 1887 as the first passenger bridge between Dunleith (East Dubuque) and the Key City. It was torn down when the Julien…

This image shows a close up view of camels walking in a circus parade. Each two humped camel wears an elaborate leather and metal harness. The number 1374 is written on a label that has been stuck to the lower left corner of the slide.

Funded by Andrew Carnegie and built on land donated by Frank Stout, the Carnegie Stout Public Library is located at the corner of 11th and Buff Streets. The front entrance faces 11th Street. The words “Carnegie Stout Free Library” have been engraved…

An example of Romanesque architecture, a three story building with a large tower dominates this image. A centrally located peaked roof as well as several large gables dominate the roof line. A round turret may be seen at the rear of the structure.…

Built of red Wisconsin sandstone, this image shows the Central High School in Dubuque, Iowa. The photographer’s notes indicate that this image was taken in 1914. The number 1317 is written on a label that has been stuck to the lower left corner of…

The rear of Steffens Hall, which housed administration offices, classrooms and laboratories may be seen in this image. The small building just behind Steffens Hall is the chapel. Although the chapel remains today, Steffens Hall was demolished in…

Primary school age children are seated on a horse drawn float. A woman is visible seated at the rear of the float. A large, flower covered cross draped with streamers has been erected on the float. The number 1360 is written on a label that has been…

A white truck is parked along the 1400 block of Main Street. The driver may be seen sitting behind the steering wheel. A sign which reads “Dubuque City Ambulance” has been painted on the side of the vehicle. A cross is visible in the window above the…

A three story rectangular building constructed of brick, dominates this image. A substantial bell tower and several chimneys may be seen on top of the building.