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This is the front of City Hall, on Jay Street. Technically, it's not a façade; it's just part of the front. But this part is a historical marker of sorts, and is unique to Schenectady so I felt justified posting this. It reads:
Schenectady
Founded in the wilderness beyond feudal control inherits the spirit of liberty and progress.
Here our forefathers established a college free from sectarianism.
They helped to develop the steam railroad and inland water transportation that carry through her gates the commerce of our nation.
In places of business in workshop and laboratory her citizens still labor to promote the advancement of civilization.
| Lens | Minolta MD 50mm f/1.4 |
| F Number | 8 |
| Focal Length | 50 mm |
| Exposure Time | 1/200 |
| Exposure Program | Manual |
| ISO | 100 |
| Exposure Compensation | 0 |
| Flash | Off, Did not fire |
I notice that the pigeon couldn't care less. ;)
ReplyDeleteI think it's a great choice for the theme, Buck, and a wonderful tribute to your city. Lovely piece of marble, too.
Interesting! Do you know when the marker was erected?
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed enlarging the shot to read all about it.
ReplyDeleteGood one.
ReplyDeletea nice choice and i love that the little pigeon got in the shot too!
ReplyDeleteNice one - great inscription on the historical marker, really captures the essence of the area's origins!
ReplyDeleteSerious looking facade, minus the pigeon....
ReplyDeleteA great choice for the theme day. I think the pigeon adds something to the shot!
ReplyDeleteNice choice for Theme Day.
ReplyDeleteOh I'm sorry, I missed your post on the day! Very nice. But sectarianism has lived on...
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