Abattoir of Frank J. Murray Co. Chester N.Y.

Abattoir of Frank J. Murray Co. Chester N.Y. Front: The image presents a historical view of the Abattoir of Frank J. Murray Co., located in Chester, New York. This black and white photograph captures an expansive rural setting with several large buildings that likely functioned as part of the slaughtering and processing operations. The architecture is typical of industrial facilities from the early 20th century, with varying rooflines and what appears to be a mix of stone and wooden construction. In the foreground, a classic automobile adds to the historical ambiance, suggesting the era in which this photo was taken. The landscape is predominantly open fields with scattered vegetation, emphasizing the rural nature of the location. The image serves as a historical document detailing the industrial and agricultural heritage of the region.
Abattoir of Frank J. Murray Co. Chester N.Y. Front

The image presents a historical view of the Abattoir of Frank J. Murray Co., located in Chester, New York. This black and white photograph captures an expansive rural setting with several large buildings that likely functioned as part of the slaughtering and processing operations. The architecture is typical of industrial facilities from the early 20th century, with varying rooflines and what appears to be a mix of stone and wooden construction. In the foreground, a classic automobile adds to the historical ambiance, suggesting the era in which this photo was taken. The landscape is predominantly open fields with scattered vegetation, emphasizing the rural nature of the location. The image serves as a historical document detailing the industrial and agricultural heritage of the region.

Name/Title

Abattoir of Frank J. Murray Co. Chester N.Y.

Entry/Object ID

chs-019946

Description

A postcard from the Ann and Gene White Collection depicting the Abattoir (Slaughterhouse) in Chester in the early 20th Century.

Subject

Chester Industry in the early 20th Century.

Subject Place

* Untyped Subject Place

Chester (Town) - Orange County - New York

Collection

Ann and Gene White Collection

Category

Abattoir
Business

Acquisition

Accession

2024.17

Acquisition Method

Gift

Credit Line

Aug 13, 2024 Gift of Ann and Gene White

Notes

Part of the Ann and Gene White Collection donated by their daughter Melissa Boxman. Deed of gift #414

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Category

Abattoir

Postcard Details

Postcard Type

Divided Back (1907-1915)

Time Period

20th Century

Create Date

August 30, 2024

Update Date

September 19, 2024