s"""-. o ^^^^• /%-"•« .0^ % •' ,0 ^ -t. ,**' .-. -^^ qV ^0" •^_ %, •^^0^ A*' ..-.'. ■** -#>, ^ ^£-0^ .0-7-,. :^,^^: .Hq, ~'^ff^MS: ^P-r^. i^&^^^: .-^•r^ -^^^^MS: >p-^^ -.wy^^N.; a° ,:i- '-^0^ .' ^^ .^ ^<^ ,0 '"^ ->'1X$^/ O.N o_ ^ "^^ "^^^ ■'Jife "^^^ #^'- "^^^ • <,, o > m ,•0' • • ' .\.* -'U-o^ o > ^s*'«^ IWiagara Jfalls ♦fl^ lAGARA is the first spectacle of Earth. Here beauty of color and majestic outlines are united as nowhere else with ceaseless, overwhelm- ing force. The Yosemite, the snow-capped Alps, the glories of Venice, the wonders of cave or mountain or sea possess one or the other, but never both. Niagara is at once a magnificent picture, a work of art, and at the same time an exhibition of giant power — a power that is perpetual, that knows no lapses, no holiday, no rest, that goes on and on and on forever. Nothing gives one such a glimpse of eternity — such an idea of the endless, of infinity as this. The best impression of Niagara is the result of memory. Few people realize the philosophy, the religion of this — the grandest sermon ever preached -=^^sjii.^«^_j3s=" -- --- — until after the first blush of acquaintance is over. Nor again do they gain the fullest appreciation of the mighty cataract, until it has been seen under winter's frown as well as summer's smile; by sunrise and by moonlight, in calm and storm. Ever and anon she presents new phases of interest. From every different vantage ground, a fresh sensation of delight is derived. But whatever the sight there is always the sound too — the constant, persistent, monotonous, awful roar, which says in unmistakable voice, " I am the handiwork of God. From Him do I derive this mighty power, and unto Him must I return account." PUBLISHED EXCLUSIVELY FOR S. H. KNOX & COMPANY, - NIAGARA FALLS, N. Y. Printed and Copyrighted, 1905, by L. H. NELSON CO., Portland, Me. 65tli Thousand. All public buildings shown herein were designed by E. E. Joralemon, Architect, Niagara Falls, N. Y. GENEKAL VIEW OF NIAGARA FALLS. Sliowiiit; the Aincriean Fall at the left— the Caiiiulian or llnrseslioe Fall <'ii the rifrlit. also the Jneliiie.l plane which carries people down the steep side of the gorge to the steamhoat lantlnig. ^ GENERAL VIEW OF THE FALLS IN WINTER. This plicitciginpli was taken frnm tlie same point as tlie opposite picture and shows what a wonderful trans- foTmation is wrought by tlie snow and ice at Niagara. ^r*^ e: ■■_,:; '>;;.-!n»:^f^se.:AiS!£iK-_ GENEUAL VIEW OF NIAO AKA FALLS. .Sliowiiii; tliu American Fall at tlio left— tlii.- Cmuuliail oi Horst-slioi- Fall iiii tliu ri{,'lif, also t.lif iiuliiie.l iilaiii- « liid: carries people ilown the steep side of the gorge to the steamboat landing. GENEKAL VIEW OF THE FALL8 IN AVI^JTEIi. This pimtngrapli wns taken from tlie same point as tlie opposite pictnre and shows what a wonderful trans- formation is wrought by the snow and ice at Niagara. AMERICAN AND CENTER FALLS FROM CANADIAN PARK. From this point the American Fall shows its full witltli of nearly l,00(i feet. It is a scene Of overwhelming grandeur in which the divinitj- of nature stands out in sharp contrast to the human enterprises represented in the pigmy Imildings and diminutive steamer. HORSESHOE FALLS FROM CANADIAN SIDE. Here one gains an appreciation of the wonderful beauty of the river above the cataract, and sees the 'actual breaking point where^he descent of 1G5 feet begins. The " Maid of the Mist " seems frightfully near destruction,^but^is really_^safe from all'peril as the surface current at this point is not'dangerous. ANOTHER VIEW OF THK llOliSESHOK. llevi' we arc on :i vantase grounil fniiii wliieli tin- cxqiiisitL- cuivi' <•! tliu l-'all is lU'Iii^hltuIly nlivi'Uis. Tin- rise oT tin mist in a straiglitslial't indiciitcs that there is no wind. "I'is a rare June day— tlie awe is y:uiie and in its stead we have :i scene of hejuity. a joy lorever. THE ICE-BRIDGE. You would scarcely tliiiik it possible that this river flowing so swiftly could freeze over— but freeze it does— forming at certain times a strong bridge of ice on which little huts are erected. The ice and snow take on the most fantastic shapes. One who has not seen the Falls in winter has many pleasant surprises awaiting him. (iOAT ISLAND BRIDGE, Slinwiiif,' Cataract House and Inteniational Hi>tul, THE LOWER STEEL AEOH HRIDG-E. Here is oltered a glimpse of tlic little trolley line.which skiits the bottom of the gorge from Niagani Falls to Lewiston. ARCH BRIDGK. This bridge is used for carriages, pedestrians and electric cars, and is the fourth erected on tliissite. Tliubridt^e ronnds above thiMlistant Fall forming one of the most exquisite pictures at Niagara. GRAND TRUNK 8TKEL ARCH AND MICHIGAN CENTRAL CANTILEVER BRIDGES. In the foregTOund is tlie double-track cantilever bridge of the Mich- igan Central Raih-oad, built 1S83. It is 900 feet long. The towers which support it rise 135 feet above their piers. The Steel Arch Bridge beyond was built in 1897 for the use of the Grand Trunk Railway. NEW STEEL BRIDGE AND AMERICAN FALL FROM GOAT ISLAND. The old Suspension Bridge was destroyed in January, 1S89, during a terrific gale. The present structure was completed 1899. THE WHIRLPOOL. Located about a mile below the Suspension Bridge. Niagara's mighty force is here caught :ind penned by the giant walls she herself has cut m the solidjTock. The waters whirl about in angry impatience to escape. ICE MOtlNTAIN AND FOOT OF INCLINE. Niagara's frozen Spray piles itself each winier tn a great height, foniiing a most delightful opportunitj' for coast- ing and skceing. Tho eiiurnn.ms icicles on the bank are an interesting sight. IN THE GRASP OF THE ICE KING. Niagara has ou her winter garb. Temperature vies with gravity trying in vain to stem the mighty motion of the cataract. The result is a most wonderful formation of ice and snow in the very teeth of the roaring monster. WHIRLPOOL RAriUS extend a iiiile huluvs the Siisiieiit^iuii Bridge. Tlic liver here ii;irn)\vs tu about 30U feet causing this teriitic Seething- nf \vaters. The banks rise to a heigbt of 250 feet. The water seems to spring sky-ward en masse. Law and order are a thing of the past^cliaos reigns supreme. THE THREE SISTER ISLANDS. Tliese islands are situated a short ilistaiice above the Falls and from them a grand view of the upper rapids is obtainable. They are connected by substantial bridges. AMERICAN RAPIDS ABOVE THE FALLS, SHOWING GOAT ISLAND. The river here descends at a rapid rate— some forty feet in less than half a mile— and seems to be in almost undne haste to reach the goal and become an honored portion of America's greatest picture. GOAT ISLAND BRIDGE FROM GOAT ISLAND. One of the numerous substantial bridges above the Falls. ~^i^ _^A ^XJXa wV ^Cs^'H^'S^'i—b s 3 ^'^'>~Wf'Pv^^sxpi, BRIDGE ON WILLOW ISLAND. ( hie "i the numerous quiet beauty spots locatert above tbe Falls. WILLOW ISLAND. Sliowhig some of the lieaiitifnl trees tliat alioimd in this vicinity. c. .,^- w'^W^::' > fjiSJt'^ .Jimi rROSrECT PARK. Tliu trues uud sliiul.licry at Niagara in winter :iie a rate .stueen going to waste lias now been harnessed for the service of mankind. INTEKTOR OF POWER HOUSE shnwiiiti; tin.' f^-ijiantic ]^eiiPrat.ovs wIkisi? jkiwcv is ut.ilizpd by minienms iMilmails ami niaiinractiirin.ii- jilaiils. ^ NATURAL FOOD C< INSERVATORY, NIAC AHA FALLS. This gl-eat bilUiling is tlie cleanest, largest aiul most hygienic stnicture in the world tlevoted to the manufacture of food. It is located in the residence district facing the rapids of Niagara River. The Conservatory is 403 feet long and tiO feet deep, and contains 3,0(X) tons of steel and 200 tous of marble. Its &M windows with their 30,000 lights of glass make it a veritable " crystal palace " dedicated to the scientihc truth that a grain of wheat contains all the elements of a complete and perfect food for man . GENERAL VIEV.'S OF SHREDDERS INTERIOR VIEWS NATtTtAL FOOD CONSERVATORY. The Uuildinji; is entered through a large foyer on either side of which are writing and reading rooms for guests, sumptuously furnished. In sanitary appliances for securing cleanliness of product and health and comfort of employes it is not surpassed by any other structure in the world. The great work rooms are filled with ingenious and costly machinery for the shredding and baking of wheat, perfectly adapted to the purpose of manufacturing a clean and healthy food. The floors are as spotless as those of a Dutch kitchen. NIAGARA FliONTIER FISH AND GAME CLUB. E. E. Joralemon, Aichitcct. ■,V(-y.>«ii^i'&fl',ifk! ?§m. •:'-^-J ^■?'S ::,^y>^- ->.•«;-.'•,/ ^'^-^^o^ V-^'/ -o^'^-'V . V^^'/ "^^'^--y. 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