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Gable of original assay office - Silver City, Idaho, 1977

 Item — Multiple Containers
Identifier: .112a

Content Description

From the Collection:

This collection of photographic prints and negatives contains 343 color and black and white images of notable sites in cities and towns across the state of Idaho, including Buhl, Twin Falls, Pocatello, Lewiston, and Silver City. Most of these photographs were taken by Boise photographer Duane Garrett.

Dates

  • Creation: 1977

Biographical / Historical

In the early days the side of the house next to First Street waa the assay office of Richard Euler. In later years the building was used as a gambling hall, boarding house, saloon and cafe. When photographed in 1977, it was the residence of Walt Adams.

Extent

From the Collection: .5 Cubic Feet (2 boxes) : Excludes 187 photos on photoboards ; 16" x 2.5" x 10.5"; 15" x 6" x 5"

From the Collection: 293 Photographic Negatives : Mostly black and white ; Size varies from 35mm to 4in x 5in

From the Collection: 292 Photographic Prints : mostly black and white, some glued to photoboards

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Idaho State Archives Photograph Collections Repository

Contact:
2205 Old Penitentiary Road
Boise ID 83712 United States
(208) 334-2620