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Elephant Butte Dam photograph collection from La Verne Charles

 Unprocessed — Multiple Containers
Identifier: RG-2016-019

Content Description

Contains two photograph binders with images that depict the construction of the Elephant Butte Dam. The collection also includes letters from the Department of the Interior-United States Reclamation Service as well other historical documents which record the beginning stages of the construction of the Elephant Butte Dam.

Acquisition Type

Gift

Restrictions Apply

No

Dates

  • ca. 1908-1919

Extent

1 Linear Feet (Two photograph binders)

Inventory

Two photographs binders which contain images and correspondence relating to the construction of the Elephant Butte Dam. Note, some of the photographs have a description located on the back of the image. Box 1: Contains black and white photographs and machinery parts such as valves and etc. of the Elephant Butte Dam. Box 2:Contains correspondence to L.J Charles as well as tract number information, real estate contracts, 2 maps and receipts.