Ruins of San Francisco - 1906
Shot in my garage, with my son, Michael, this photobook shows the aftermath of the April 18, 1906, San Francisco earthquake and subsequent fire. Published in 1906. Tom Paper, 5/27/22----7/20/24Meddaugh and Chapman published a small pocket-sized booklet titled "Ruins of San Francisco April 18, 1906" documenting the aftermath of the Great San Francisco Earthquake of 1906[1][2]. This booklet contains 19 photographic views and one map showing the devastation caused by the earthquake and subsequent fire[3][4].Key details about the publication:1. Published in 1906 by Meddaugh and Chapman in Watsonville, California[2][5].2. Dimensions: 5.5 x 7 inches, in an oblong format[2][4].3. The booklet features statistics and numbers on the inside cover page, providing information about the level of destruction caused by the earthquake[2].4. It contains 19 photographic views, all with titles, depicting the ruins and destruction in San Francisco[3][4].5. Includes one map of the affected area[3][4].6. The cover is made of buff-colored card stock[3].7. The booklet is bound with staples, which may show some rusting due to age[3].This publication serves as an important historical document, providing a visual record of the extensive damage caused by one of the most significant natural disasters in U.S. history. It offers a glimpse into the immediate aftermath of the earthquake and fire that devastated San Francisco in 1906, making it a valuable resource for researchers, historians, and those interested in San Francisco's history.Source: Perplexity.ai-- Gabrielle Ly
