Known as the old “long” bridge, built in 1848, it was replaced at the turn of the century. Circa 1880s. Photo owned by Addie B. Alverson; donated circa January 10, 1950. On the left is the old grist mill on south side of river. Dexter, NY.
Aerial view of Dexter, Black River, at about the time the new bridge was being built. Circa 1963. Dexter, NY.
Building a new bridge in Dexter, circa 1963. Dexter, NY.
Construction of hydro-electric plant. Circa early 1950s. Photo: Millard Studio, Watertown. Dexter, NY.
Workers on scaffolding and ladders at construction of hydro-electric plant. Circa early 1950s. Photo: Millard Studio, Watertown. Dexter, NY.
View of Dexter Sulfite Mill from Black River. Circa 1900. Dexter, NY.
View of Dexter looking northwest from Fish Island, which was the original name of Dexter. (People went fishing at this location.) Notice the river channel in foreground, crossed by steel “short bridge.” The Sulfite Paper mill is in the left background. The canal that goes through downtown is visible on right. Company houses in center […]
