The Square, Chester, N. Y.
The Square, Chester, N. Y.
This monochrome photo postcard depicts a vintage view of "The Square" in Chester, N.Y., featuring a streetscape with several old buildings including Murray's Garage, adorned with signage and a couple of early automobiles parked in front. The photo, characterized by its aged and faded appearance, captures the historical architecture and early 20th-century small-town vibe, seemingly frozen in time. The details and textures of the buildings along with the quiet street scene reflect an era long past but preserved through this photograph.
Name/Title
The Square, Chester, N. Y.Entry/Object ID
chs-014081Description
This monochrome photo postcard depicts a vintage view of "The Square" in Chester, N.Y., featuring a streetscape with several old buildings including Murray's Garage, adorned with signage and a couple of early automobiles parked in front. The photo, characterized by its aged and faded appearance, captures the historical architecture and early 20th-century small-town vibe, seemingly frozen in time. The details and textures of the buildings along with the quiet street scene reflect an era long past but preserved through this photograph.Subject Person/Organization
Murray's GarageSubject Place
* Untyped Subject Place
Chester (Village) - Orange County - New YorkContext
Photo postcard of the "The Square" - intersection of Main Street and Academy Avenue, opposite the Durland Store. The wooden Murray’s Garage structure was moved to the Murray’s residence back yard and replaced with a concrete block garage in 1916. (per Betty Murray Carey)Collection
Ann Roche CollectionCategory
Murray's Garage
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