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Historical Photos Of Duluth, Minnesota From Early 20th Century

Duluth is a port city in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Members of Sioux and Ojibway tribes first inhabited the area. Duluth was the fastest growing city in the United States by the 19th century; however, the Panic of 1873 disrupted rapid growth. But by the late 1870s, with the continued boom in lumber and mining and with the railroads completed, Duluth bloomed again. During the early 20th century, a large number of immigrants from Europe moved to Duluth because of its job opportunities. The first bank was built in 1904, The Bank of Duluth. As of 1905, Duluth was said to be home to the most millionaires per capita in the United States. The economic decline began in the 1950s when Iron and steel crisis started. The economy was shifted to the banking, medical, and tourist industry in the late 20th century.

These historical photos of Duluth, Minnesota show street scenes, landmarks and cityscapes. Vote your favorites and don’t forget to share.

#2 A swimming hole, Lester Park, Duluth, Minnesota, circa 1904

A swimming hole, Lester Park, Duluth, Minnesota, circa 1904

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#5 Up the incline railway from Superior Street, Duluth, Minnesota, 1907

#10 Elevators and harbor, along with a view of the Incline Railway and many other points of interest, Duluth, 1905

#11 Minnesota Point from Incline Railway, Duluth, 1905

#12 Child drinking milk, Duluth, Minnesota, August 1941

#13 Child buying bottle of milk from Duluth Milk Company, Duluth, Minnesota, August 1941

#16 Another view from the Zenith City panoramic series, Duluth, 1905

#20 Minnesota Point from incline railway, Duluth, 1905

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