The Office #2
by Robert Bales
Title
The Office #2
Artist
Robert Bales
Medium
Photograph - Photo
Description
The Office in Emmett, Idaho is located in the old Historical part of Emmett. It is one of the most important places in the small community.
Originally called "Emmettville," it was primarily a post office named after Emmett Cahalan, the son of Tom Cahalan, an early settler of the area. The post office was later moved but retained the name. A few years later the "ville" was dropped and the post office and town became simply Emmett. In 1883 James Wardwell had the town platted, and in 1900 the town was incorporated as Emmett. Later, in March 1902, the Idaho Northern railroad came to the valley. (Wikipedia )
Emmett, a city of about 6,500, lies along the southern banks of the Payette River in west-central Idaho. Gold discoveries in the nearby Boise Basin brought miners and other settlers to the area, which was the site of a ferry crossing in the 1860s. Today, Emmett sits at the heart of the agriculturally rich Treasure Valley, center of Idaho's cherry-growing business. Familiarity with Emmett's landmarks will help you make the most of your visit to the area. (USA Today)
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January 4th, 2022
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Comments (8)
Marvin Blaine
Wow Robert! I feel like I went back in time with this piece! Amazing find and capture! F!
Robert Bales replied:
It sure is a ols and stunning building!! I have several photos in that building!! Thanks for the LF!!
Kellice Swaggerty
The feeling of a small town setting is wonderfully conveyed, Robert! Excellent work! L/F Pin