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The overhead, or cableway skidder, used several different cables raised at both ends, from the skidder to trees above the loading area, and allowed loggers to raise log loads above ground obstructions in order to move them. The skidder in this image is located on a snowy mountain and is covered in ice.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

37. Overhead Skidder in Blackwater Canyon, W. Va.

IDNO:
050705
Title:
Overhead Skidder in Blackwater Canyon, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1910-1930
Description:
The overhead, or cableway skidder, used several different cables raised at both ends, from the skidder to trees above the loading area, and allowed loggers to raise log loads above ground obstructions in order to move them. The skidder in this image is located on a snowy mountain and is covered in ice.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.
The overhead, or cableway skidder, used several different cables raised at both ends, from the skidder to trees above the loading area. It allowed loggers to raise log loads above ground obstructions in order to move them. The skidder in this image is covered in ice.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

38. Loggers Pose Beside an Overhead Skidder, Blackwater Canyon, W. Va.

IDNO:
050706
Title:
Loggers Pose Beside an Overhead Skidder, Blackwater Canyon, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1910-1930
Description:
The overhead, or cableway skidder, used several different cables raised at both ends, from the skidder to trees above the loading area. It allowed loggers to raise log loads above ground obstructions in order to move them. The skidder in this image is covered in ice.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.
Logging machinery, possibly a skidder, used to load logs is shown picking up one fallen log.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

39. Log Loader Machinery Likely in Tucker County, W. Va.

IDNO:
050707
Title:
Log Loader Machinery Likely in Tucker County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1910-1930
Description:
Logging machinery, possibly a skidder, used to load logs is shown picking up one fallen log.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.
A snowy view of Hendricks Grade on the W.M.R.R. with Point Lookout in the distance.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

40. Western Maryland Railroad Mile Marker Hendrick's Grade, Blackwater Canyon, W. Va.

IDNO:
050708
Title:
Western Maryland Railroad Mile Marker Hendrick's Grade, Blackwater Canyon, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1910-1930
Description:
A snowy view of Hendricks Grade on the W.M.R.R. with Point Lookout in the distance.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.
This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

41. North Fork of Blackwater River near Douglas, W. Va.

IDNO:
050709
Title:
North Fork of Blackwater River near Douglas, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1910-1930
Description:
This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.
This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

42. A Man Fishing in an Unidentified Location, likely in Tucker County, W. Va.

IDNO:
050710
Title:
A Man Fishing in an Unidentified Location, likely in Tucker County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1910-1930
Description:
This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.
This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

43. Blackwater Hotel, Davis, W. Va.

IDNO:
050712
Title:
Blackwater Hotel, Davis, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1910-1930
Description:
This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.
This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

44. View Overlooking the Town of Davis, W. Va.

IDNO:
050713
Title:
View Overlooking the Town of Davis, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1910-1930
Description:
This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.
This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

45. Wreck of Engine No. 2149 in Babcock's Woods, Near Davis, W. Va.

IDNO:
050715
Title:
Wreck of Engine No. 2149 in Babcock's Woods, Near Davis, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1910-1930
Description:
This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.
This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

46. Coal Mine Incline on the West Virginia Pulp and Paper Company Logging Railroad near Spruce, W. Va.

IDNO:
050716
Title:
Coal Mine Incline on the West Virginia Pulp and Paper Company Logging Railroad near Spruce, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1910-1930
Description:
This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.
The Shay Locomotive passes an ice covered water tower in an unidentified location.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

47. Shay Locomotive Likely Carrying Lumber in Tucker County, W. Va.

IDNO:
050717
Title:
Shay Locomotive Likely Carrying Lumber in Tucker County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1910-1930
Description:
The Shay Locomotive passes an ice covered water tower in an unidentified location.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.
Men pose for a portrait while transporting lumber on a railroad, likely in Tucker County, W. Va.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

48. A Group of Unidentified Men Pose in a Railway Cart in an Unidentified Location

IDNO:
050718
Title:
A Group of Unidentified Men Pose in a Railway Cart in an Unidentified Location
Date:
ca. 1910-1930
Description:
Men pose for a portrait while transporting lumber on a railroad, likely in Tucker County, W. Va.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.