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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1RQE_railroads-and-the-steel-industry_Buffalo-NY.html
The steel industry that developed around the Union Ship Canal and Lake Erie was heavily dependent upon rail transportation for their operations. While bulk shipments of iron ore arrived by ship, coal and other raw materials arrived by rail, and th…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1RQC_wind-power-on-the-waterfront_Buffalo-NY.html
In June 2007, eight wind turbines began operation along the shores of Lake Erie, capturing the constant breezes and generating enough clean energy to power 6,000 homes. The "Steel Winds" project is unique for several reasons, most notably its loca…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1ROO_father-bakers-gas-well_Lackawanna-NY.html
Father Baker's Gas Well —— · —— At this site on August 22, 1891 natural gas was found at a depth of 1137 feet. This well and its twin continued to produce sufficient gas for many of the energy needs of Our Lady of Vi…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM18TH_st-pauls-cathedral_Buffalo-NY.html
St. Paul's Episcopal Church was the first permanent house of worship erected in Buffalo; the cornerstone was laid june 24, 1819. Being one of the largest public buildings in the village, St. Paul's was the scene of numerous religious and civic act…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM18IU_the-buffalo-and-erie-county-botanical-gardens_Buffalo-NY.html
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical GardensDesigned by Lord & Burnham and opened in 1900 was placed on the National Register of Historic Placesby the United States Department of the Interior 1982
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM18IT_our-lady-of-victory-basilica_Lackawanna-NY.html
Father Baker, Supt. of these charities (1882-1936), dedicated his life's work to Our Lady of Victory. He developed the institutions, founding the Infant Home, the Hospital, several schools and crowned his life by the building of the Basilica in 19…