A New 1877 Snow Picture Has Emerged!

Last month, this photo came up for sale on eBay. It was labeled on the back, "Monroe, La. Jany 1st 1877, 18 inches snow. The heaviest known to white men. View of wharfboat which fell to pieces from the weight of the snow. Ouachita River at low water mark." I really believe this photo is one of Mealy's fifteen lost … Continue reading A New 1877 Snow Picture Has Emerged! →

South Grand Street Covered in Snow, circa 1870.

The above photo has been reproduced several times through the years. I don't know where the original is, or even if it is still in existence. According to the caption, this shows South Grand Street in 1870 after a snow. The bottom right bare lot is where the Austin's building now stands. The perspective leaves … Continue reading South Grand Street Covered in Snow, circa 1870. →