The Caswell brothers in their cabin. The Caswell brothers discovered gold at Thunder Mountain in Valley County. The discovery of gold at Thunder Mountain initiated a massive rush to the area in the late 1890's. Left to right: Lew, Ben, Dan based...
The Collection contains a history of Emmett and a list of early Emmett pioneers and founders. Also included is Parrish's correspondence with the Idaho Historical Society and state and national government representatives, and personal momentos.
Automobiles; Automobile racing; Automobile racing drivers; Automobile driving; Fairs; Utility poles; Stadiums; Racetracks; Racing; Racing automobiles;
This picture shows several old race cars (tin lizzies) lined up to start a race at the old fairgrounds on Fairview Avenue in Boise, Idaho, in 1939. Hundreds of spectators are in the stands next to the racetrack. Part of the stands is covered. ...
Three miners posed at mine portal standing by ore car. (Photograph slightly out of focus). The mine is located on the side of a mountain. A ore car is visible in front of the adit. Men are wearing hats, vests, and buttoned shirts.