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East Side, Upper Falls of the Genesee, 1874. Creator: John Douglas Woodward
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East Side, Upper Falls of the Genesee, 1874. Creator: John Douglas Woodward
East Side, Upper Falls of the Genesee, 1874. Waterfalls on the Genesee River at Rochester, New York State, USA. The...Upper Falls...are ninety-six feet in height, and it is thus evident that, with such a cataract in the centre of the city, the facilities for obtaining water-power could hardly be excelled. The mill-races conduct the main supply along the two opposite shores, and, as the mills are mainly situated below the level of the falls, the full force of the water can be utilized. It thus appears that...the waters of the Genesee make a descent, including the falls and the rapids above them, of two hundred and sixty feet, and the water-power, as estimated for the Upper Fall alone, equals forty thousand horse-power. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In, A Delineation by Pen and Pencil of the Mountains, Rivers, Lakes...with Illustrations on Steel and Wood by Eminent American Artists" Vol. II, edited by William Cullen Bryant. [D. Appleton and Company, New York, 1874]
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This print titled "East Side, Upper Falls of the Genesee, 1874" by John Douglas Woodward takes us back to a remarkable moment in history. The image showcases the majestic waterfalls on the Genesee River at Rochester, New York State, USA. Standing tall at ninety-six feet in height, these falls were not only a breathtaking sight but also an incredible source of water-power. In this bustling cityscape captured over a century ago, we witness how the mill-races ingeniously channeled water along both shores to harness its immense power for industrial use. With mills strategically positioned below the falls' level, they could fully utilize the force of nature to drive their machinery and fuel their operations. The photograph provides us with valuable insights into the natural resources that shaped early American industry. It reveals that beyond its scenic beauty and awe-inspiring grandeur, the Genesee River played a vital role in powering economic growth during this era. In fact, it is estimated that just from the Upper Fall alone, an astonishing forty thousand horse-power was generated. As we admire this historic snapshot preserved through time and presented in "Picturesque America" we are reminded of our ancestors' ingenuity and resourcefulness when it came to harnessing nature's elements for progress and prosperity.
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