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Horses pull Christmas tree destined for New York City through the woods in the Town of Webb

Horses pull Christmas tree destined for New York City through the woods in the Town of Webb

Team of horses pulls a sled carrying a burlap wrapped Christmas tree given by the Adirondack League Club to be set up in Times Square in New York City. It was to be taken from Thendara to New York City by train. People behind the sleigh from left to right: Lewis L. Grant, James Scanlon, Merle White, and Peter McDermit. The man driving is Peter Zimmer and Leo Geiskopf is barely visible to his right. Circa 1910. Town of Webb, NY. Donated by James Scanlon, courtesy of the Adirondack Experience.

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