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Oskaloosa Policemen on Horseback, Circa 1910

Oskaloosa Policemen on Horseback, Circa 1910

Title

Oskaloosa Policemen on Horseback, Circa 1910

Description

The primary means of transportation for police officers in Oskaloosa in the early 1900's was by foot or horseback. Pictured here are three Oskaloosa police officers on patrol via horseback around 1910. Note the building construction taking place in the background. South Market Street is the setting of the background in the picture and would have been a commonly patrolled street, as most businesses were situated on this road. The mere image of the police officers would have served as a deterrent to potential robbers and thieves. Not until around 1920 did Oskaloosa get its first squad car, allowing officers to ride in more comfort and at a quicker pace.

Creator

Chuck Russell

Source

Chuck Russell

Publisher

Chuck Russell

Date

"2009-06-10"

Rights

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Format

still image/jpeg 2000

Type

image

Identifier

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Collection