Nebraska, Washington County, Blair
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Three plaques are on this marker.
Top, left plaque
First Naturalists of the American West
The Lewis and Clark Expedition was more than a geographic expedition. Lewis; and Clark became the first scientists to document the natural history of the American West. They were careful and accurate observers. Lewis had been trained by experts of the time in natural history methods of collecting samples of plants and animals.
Scientific Discovery
Under orders from President Thomas Jefferson, Lewis and Clark accurately recorded observations about the geography, plants, animals and inhabitants of the country through which they passed. In this stretch of the river, William Clark noted the plentiful game in his journal ”Cat fish is Cought in any part of the river Turkey, Gees & a Beaver Killed and Cought…” They also recorded sightings of badger, great egret, lest tern and pine snake in the area near DeSoto and Boyer Chute refuges.
Today, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manage many of the species documented by Lewis and Clark. Modern wildlife biologists still consult Lewis and Clark’s journals for information on the status of wildlife species over 200 years ago.
Side-bar at bottom:
The expedition’s second badger was recorded on July 30, 1804 at “Council Bluff" camp - near present-day Boyer Chute National Wildlife Refuge. The badger was probably the first zoological specimen preserved by Lewis on the expedition. Lewis skinned and stuffed the badger to send back to President Jefferson.
Bottom, left plaque
Lewis and Clark Slept Here
On the afternoon of August 3rd, after council with the Ota and Missouri tribes, the expedition traveled abut 5 miles north and set camp along the bank nearby thus location (south of the present town of Blair, Nebraska). The exact spot has never been determined. The campsite could be in Harrison County, Iowa, or Washington County, Nebraska depending on shifts of the river.
August 3, Friday 1804 “… at 4 oClock set out under a gentle Breeze from the S.E. proceeded on N. 5 (degrees) E. 5 Ms. passed a Pt. on the S.S. and round a large Sand bar on the L.S. and Camped above, below a great number of Snags quit (quite?) across the river. The Musquitors more numerous than I ever saw them, all in Spirrits…”
The Lewis and Clark Expedition traveled from Illinois to the Pacific Ocean and back between 18-4-1806. Over 100 years later, visitors can retake the expedition’s path by following the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail. DeSoto and Boyer Chute National Wildlife Refuges are two of more than 100 sites along the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail. Federal, state, tribal, local agencies and private organizations work together across more than 3,700 miles of trail to provide opportunities for visitors to experience and learn more about the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
Right plaque
The Corps of Discovery
In 1803, President Thomas Jefferson directed his personal secretary, Meriwether Lewis, and a young army officer, William Clark, to explore the course of the Missouri River in search of a water route to the Pacific Ocean. Leading an expedition called the Corps of Discovery, Lewis and Clark were instructed to document any new plants, animals, landforms, and people they saw along the way. Accompanied by 26 men, Lewis and Clark left their camp at River Dubois in Illinois, across from St. Louis, Missouri and the mouth of the Missouri River, on May 14, 1804.
By the end of their journey, on September 23, 1806, almost 8,000 miles and 28 months later, Lewis and Clark had described 178 plants, and 122 animals previously unknown to science. Many of these species are important to today’s biological arm of the federal government - the U.S Fish and Wildlife Service. Some of the species discovered are now endangered or threatened.
Preparing for Expedition
Thomas Jefferson, and other members of the American Philosophical Society (Philadelphia), instructed Lewis in the sciences. During the spring of 1803 Lewis studied medicine, preservation of plant and animal samples, the use of navigation instruments for determining latitude and longitude, and the study of fossils with the leading scientists of the day.
(Exploration) Includes location, directions, 2 photos, GPS coordinates, map.
Three plaques are on this marker.Top, left plaque
First Naturalists of the American West
The Lewis and Clark Expedition was more than a geographic expedition. Lewis; and Clark became the first scientists to document the natural history of the American West. They were careful and accurate observers. Lewis had been trained by experts of the time in natural history methods of collecting samples of plants and animals.
Scientific Discovery
Under orders from President Thomas Jefferson, Lewis and Clark accurately recorded observations about the geography, plants, animals and inhabitants of the country through which they passed. In this stretch of the river, William Clark noted the plentiful game in his journal ”Cat fish is Cought in any part of the river Turkey, Gees & a Beaver Killed and Cought…” They also recorded sightings of badger, great egret, lest tern and pine snake in the area near DeSoto and Boyer Chute refuges.
Today, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manage many of the species documented by Lewis and Clark. Modern wildlife biologists still consult Lewis and Clark’s journals for information on the status of wildlife species over 200 years ago.
Side-bar at bottom:
The expedition’s second badger was recorded on July 30, 1804 at “Council Bluff" camp - near present-day Boyer Chute National Wildlife Refuge. The badger was probably the first zoological specimen preserved by Lewis on the expedition. Lewis skinned and stuffed the badger to send back to President Jefferson.
Bottom, left plaque
Lewis and Clark Slept Here
On the afternoon of August 3rd, after council with the Ota and Missouri tribes, the expedition traveled abut 5 miles north and set camp along the bank nearby thus location (south of the present town of Blair, Nebraska). The exact spot has never been determined. The campsite could be in Harrison County, Iowa, or Washington County, Nebraska depending on shifts of the river.
August 3, Friday 1804 “… at 4 oClock set out under a gentle Breeze from the S.E. proceeded on N. 5 (degrees) E. 5 Ms. passed a Pt. on the S.S. and round a large Sand bar on the L.S. and Camped above, below a great number of Snags quit (quite?) across the river. The Musquitors more numerous than I ever saw them, all in Spirrits…”
The Lewis and Clark Expedition traveled from Illinois to the Pacific Ocean and back between 18-4-1806. Over 100 years later, visitors can retake the expedition’s path by following the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail. DeSoto and Boyer Chute National Wildlife Refuges are two of more than 100 sites along the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail. Federal, state, tribal, local agencies and private organizations work together across more than 3,700 miles of trail to provide opportunities for visitors to experience and learn more about the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
Right plaque
The Corps of Discovery
In 1803, President Thomas Jefferson directed his personal secretary, Meriwether Lewis, and a young army officer, William Clark, to explore the course of the Missouri River in search of a water route to the Pacific Ocean. Leading an expedition called the Corps of Discovery, Lewis and Clark were instructed to document any new plants, animals, landforms, and people they saw along the way. Accompanied by 26 men, Lewis and Clark left their camp at River Dubois in Illinois, across from St. Louis, Missouri and the mouth of the Missouri River, on May 14, 1804.
By the end of their journey, on September 23, 1806, almost 8,000 miles and 28 months later, Lewis and Clark had described 178 plants, and 122 animals previously unknown to science. Many of these species are important to today’s biological arm of the federal government - the U.S Fish and Wildlife Service. Some of the species discovered are now endangered or threatened.
Preparing for Expedition
Thomas Jefferson, and other members of the American Philosophical Society (Philadelphia), instructed Lewis in the sciences. During the spring of 1803 Lewis studied medicine, preservation of plant and animal samples, the use of navigation instruments for determining latitude and longitude, and the study of fossils with the leading scientists of the day.
(Exploration) Includes location, directions, 2 photos, GPS coordinates, map.
The early settlement of Polk County in 1867 brings us in close touch with the trail of the pioneer. Then from year to year, others came and settlement advanced. These early settlers came by covered wagon, many with ox team. The nearest railroad was 40 miles distant and the roads were trails angling from place to place. The vast expanse of prairie grass, as far as the eye could see was broken only here and there by smoke arising from some sod house on a claim.
This marker consists of two side-by-side plaques, one in English and the other in French.
Ravaged by fire on two separate occasions, Alumni Hall stands today as the second oldest building on campus. Construction began in 1874, but the building was not completed until 1888. All but its stately stone exterior was destroyed by fires in 1898 and 1913. The alumni, who financed its original construction, also supported each subsequent restoration. Hence its name. World War I delayed the last reconstruction effort, which was not completed until 1919. The interior was again extensively renovated between 1976 and 1987. The main floor of the building today houses administrative offices; the chapel is on the second floor. While Alumni Chapel is still the popular name of the main chapel located in Alumni Hall, its formal name is Sacred Heart Chapel. At the same time, a second chapel in the aspe was dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Commonly known as "Vinnie's," this four-story "Collegiate Gothic" structure is named for St. Vincent de Paul, founder of the Congregation of the Mission. Originally called "The New Gymnasium," is was named St. Vincent's in 1909, some three years after its completion. It initially served as something of a multipurpose building. At the time of its construction, it housed the nation's second largest indoor swimming pool. A gym located on the fourth floor served for many years as the home court for the men's basketball team, and the second floor served as a dormitory for 150 students. The building eventually became the main classroom building on campus. Over a nine-month period beginning in January 2001, St. Vincent's was completely gutted and rebuilt under an $11 million renovation project. The first floor now houses computer laboratories, the second and third floors house modern classrooms, and the fourth floor is the home of the College of Hospitality and Tourism Management.
who at the age of 21, perished, whilst nobly endeavoring to stay the progress of the fire which consumed the seminary, Dec. 5, 1864.
Erected in 1870 this building served as the NYCRR station until the track relocation in 1922.
The Buffalo & Niagara Falls Railway, the first western New York steam railway, cut through dense forest here in 1836.
Built by Benjamin and Mary Long in 1829. In this home was held the first Sunday School in the Tonawandas.
A fortified visita of Mission Espada, founded 1731 in San Antonio. Situated near Paso de las Mujeres ("Crossing of the Women"), an important ford on the San Antonio River, known to most parties obliged to travel between Mexico and San Antonio. Meadowland along the river and near the crossing was used to pasture cattle owned by Mission Espada. Indians under Espada's protection were kept here to herd the cattle. For the care of souls of the herdsmen, a chapel was built. The 1895 guide, "San Antonio at a Glance", described the Old Cabras site as a 2-acre, diamond-shaped lot with bastions at each end.
