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  Steamboat being constructed

  Unidentified image of a steamboat being constructed, undated.
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  The Steamer Sprague

  The Sprague built at Dubuque, Iowa's Iowa Iron Works in 1901 by Captain Peter Sprague for the Monongahela River Consolidated Coal and Coke Company, was the world's largest steam powered sternwheeler towboat. She was nicknamed Big Mama, and was capable of pushing 56 coal barges at once. In 1907 Sprague set a world's all-time record for towing: 60 barges of coal, weighing 67,307 tons, covering an area of 6 1/2 acres and measuring 925 feet (282 m) by 312 feet (95 m).
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  Charles T. Campbell Towboat

  Charles T. Campbell, Towboat (1936-1937) was built by Dravo in Neville Island, Pennsylvania, for the Camp Transportation Co., Pittsburgh. Sold in 1947, its name was changed to the John J. Rowe.
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  Electric Generator at the Southern Exposition

  The first electric generator in Louisville used at the Southern Exposition, 1883.
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  Streetcar in front of Southern Exposition building

  Mule-drawn streetcar in front of Southern Exposition building, 1883. Mule-drawn streetcars were eventually replaced by the faster and more comfortable electric streetcars. Louisville's first electric streetcar line began operation in 1889.
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  Kentucky Fair and Exposition Center

  Photograph of the entrance to the Kentucky Fair and Exposition Center, Louisville, Kentucky, 1978.
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  Front entrance of the Ferguson Mansion, 1912

  Front entrance of the Edwin Hite Ferguson Mansion which now houses The Filson Historical Society. Built in the Beaux-Arts style, the mansion was built between 1901 and 1905, and was designed by the Louisville architectural firm of Cobb and Dodd.
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  Main Hall, 1912

  Main Hall on the first floor of the Edwin Hite Fergson Mansion. The room features a unique grain effect in the oak paneling which was achieved by the costly procedure of quartersawing. The intricately carved octagonal table in the center of the room was constructed to match and is housed at The Filson Historical Society.
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  Main Hall, grand staircase, 1912

  Main Hall and grand staircase on the first floor of the Edwin Hite Ferguson Mansion. Many intricate furnishings are observable in detail.
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  Main Hall, 1912

  Main Hall of the Ferguson Mansion which features a custom built octagonal table and fireplace.
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  Main Hall fireplace, 1912

  Main Hall fireplace on the first floor of the Edwin Hite Ferguson Mansion. This Renaissance Revival Caen fireplace is a solid piece that was carved in France and shipped whole to the United States. The two coats of arms on the mantel belong to Mr. and Mrs. Ferguson's respective families.
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  Library, 1912

  Library on the first floor of the Edwin Hite Ferguson Mansion. The mansion's library is distinguished by its original built-in bookcases. The three overhead light fixtures (two of which are visible in this image) are the original Tiffany lamps custom designed for the Ferguson's home and can still be seen at the Filson Historical Society.
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  Library Fireplace and Mantel, 1912

  Library fireplace and mantel on the first floor of the Edwin Hite Ferguson Mansion. The mantel features a bronze bas relief by American sculptor Julia Bracken (Wendt), 1870-1942.
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  Reception Room, 1912

  Reception Room on the first floor of the Edwin Hite Ferguson Mansion. The room features a large fireplace with mirror above, a side table and seating. The chandelier and sconces still hang in the room today at The Filson Historical Society.
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  Reception Room, 1912

  Reception Room on the first floor of the Edwin Hite Ferguson Mansion. The image features a bust in the left hand corner, a side table and seating. The chandelier and sconces still hang in the room today at The Filson Historical Society.
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  Dining Room, 1912

  Dining Room on the first floor of the Edwin Hite Ferguson Mansion. In keeping with the social nature of the Ferguson family, the dining room was used for both casual family dining and large social events. The dining table and side board shown in the image are among the few remaining original pieces from the Ferguson family collection that is still housed at The Filson Historical Society.
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  Dining Room, 1912

  Dining Room on the first floor of the Edwin Hite Ferguson Mansion. The room is surrounded by a mural depicting several hunting scenes from the German folk tale "Der Freischutz." The dining table and side board shown in the image are among the few remaining original pieces from the Ferguson family collection that is still housed at The Filson Historical Society.
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  Dining Room Fireplace, 1919

  Dining Room fireplace on the first floor of the Edwin Hite Ferguson Mansion. The glass tile fireplace is credited to the Chicago firm of Orlando Giannini. The glass artwork depicts a flowering vine growing over a brick wall.
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  Staircase from the First Floor, 1912

  Staircase from the first floor Main Hall leading to the second floor Main Hall of the Edwin Hite Ferguson Mansion. The image shows a large Persian rug hanging over the banister, a chandelier hanging in the center of the stairway, and a grandfather clock on the landing. The staircase leading to the third floor is visible in the background. The main staircase was moved to its current location during later renovations.
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  Main Hall on Second Floor of the Edwin Hite Ferguson Mansion, 1912

  Main Hall on the second floor of the Edwin Hite Ferguson Mansion. Image shows sitting area, doorways to the second floor main bedrooms and staircase to the third floor.