The Northern Pacific Railroad began construction of the railway in 1871 and operated along the northern portion of the United States along the Canadian border. The main line was opened from the Great Lakes to the Pacific when former president . . . — — Map (db m305699) HM
In 1879, the townspeople of the City of Jamestown made plans to collect funds to build a Gazebo. In September of 1883, Northern Pacific Railroad President Henry Villard came in his private train for the dedication. The Gazebo was also the . . . — — Map (db m305690) HM
The Freight House, built in 1883, was an important addition to the Northern Pacific Railroad system. The Freight House, one block in length, stored goods coming into and being shipped out of the region. Prior to construction, immigrants traveling . . . — — Map (db m305692) HM
In September of 1872, the Northern Pacific Railroad completed the construction of a rail line to the City of Jamestown from the east. In the early years, the rail service was essential for carrying passengers, freight and mail. In the early 1880s, . . . — — Map (db m305691) HM
On this site the first Catholic church in Stutsman County was built in 1882. This church was designated the First Catholic Cathedral in the State of North Dakota, during the pontificate of Pope Leo XIII. Bishop John Shandley, the first bishop of . . . — — Map (db m305694) HM
Jamestown, North Dakota 1866-1929 Company H, 1st North Dakota Volunteer Infantry, U.S. Army On May 13, 1899, at San Miguel de Mayumo, Philippine Islands, an entrenched enemy force of 300 men opened fire upon Private Downs and 11 other scouts. The . . . — — Map (db m240446) HM
First North Dakota Fellow of the American Institute of Architects. Architect of over 250 prairie schools. ”The prairie appealed to me… I can’t really say why… but I think it was the people. They were open and friendly… They didn’t take a friend . . . — — Map (db m305693) HM
