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River Front, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, c1900. Creator: Unknown
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River Front, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, c1900. Creator: Unknown
River Front, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, c1900. Steamers on the Ohio River. The introduction of steamboats in 1811 opened up the citys trade to faster shipping and commercial ties with St Louis, Missouri and New Orleans downriver, and Cincinnati became a centre of pork processing. From Scenic Marvels of the New World edited by Prof. Geo.R. Cromwell. [C.N.Greig & Co. c1900]
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River Front, Cincinnati - A Gateway to Trade and Industry
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. This print captures the bustling river front of Cincinnati, Ohio in the early 1900s. The image showcases a scene filled with steamers gracefully navigating the mighty Ohio River. These steamboats revolutionized trade in the city since their introduction in 1811, enabling faster shipping and establishing commercial ties with St Louis, Missouri, and New Orleans downstream. Cincinnati swiftly emerged as a prominent center for pork processing due to its newfound accessibility. As depicted by this photograph, the city's docks were teeming with activity as ships unloaded goods and loaded cargo destined for various destinations along the river. The photo is part of "Scenic Marvels of the New World" edited by Professor George R. Cromwell, providing a glimpse into America's industrial landscape at that time. Although taken by an unknown photographer, it beautifully captures both the geographical features of Cincinnati's riverfront and its significance as a hub for transportation and trade. This historic snapshot serves as a testament to Cincinnati's pivotal role in shaping American commerce during this era. It reminds us of how water transport played an essential role in connecting cities across vast distances while propelling economic growth throughout the United States.
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