Stereoview

"774.-Indian Council House Grounds, Portage, N.Y."

"Views on the Line of the Erie Railroad"

L. E. Walker, Warsaw NY

circa 1873

This interesting view was taken from the east end of the Council Grounds, looking west toward what would be the modern parking lot. The Council House, recently moved from Caneadea and carefully restored, is visible right center, with Mr. Letchworth's Indian Canoe resting on the ground nearby.

The rustic arbor (see another view) and the reflection globe can also be seen. Although it is difficult to be sure, it appears that this image was made before Mary Jemison was buried in the area beyond the Council House in 1874. Also missing from the Grounds at the time the photo was taken is the Museum and the Jemison Cabin. A larger view of the image can be seen below.

We thank Karen Gibson for sharing this wonderful image with us!