The Courier-Express newspaper was born in 1926, with the merger of the Buffalo Courier and the Buffalo Express to form the Buffalo Courier-Express. SUNY Buffalo State holds approximately one million news clippings, one hundred thousand photographs and several pieces of artworks and framed photographs. The news clippings and photographs, arranged by subject and person, and cover the late 1950's through September 19, 1982.
The photographs in this curated for this online exhibit illustrate a small portion of our physical collection. Please visit our Archives & Special Collections home page for more information or to schedule a research appointment.
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Close up of woman covered in snow with hat and scarf
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"This is the first of a series of staff-written articles on ways to winterize yourself and your surroundings. Today, an Alaskan teacher describes how he deals with cabin fever -- a condition familiar to many Western New Yorkers." *see remainder of article in image, article published in asociation with photo 11/05/1987.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”"
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Snowy intersection with cars driving through
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Movement at 12:30 P.M."; "By 12:30 p.m. the center of hte strom had moved over the area north of Buffalo. At this time, traffic was fighting its way through the intersection of Sheridan Dr. and Niagara Falls Blvd."
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Woman shielding face in the snow
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
"This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Stormy Buffalo Weather"; "A young woman, huddled against the blasting wind, finds it tough going as she crosses Porter Avenue near Niagara Street Monday morning. Sub-freezing temperatures and high winds made blizzard-like conditions in sections of downtown Buffalo."
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Abandoned car covered in snow
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 11/09/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Dog standing in front of snow covered intersection and cars
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 11/06/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Buried stop sign
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/28/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Individual walking through the snow storm
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"This is how we dressed in the Blizzard of '77...forecasters wonder if we'll see it again" -article published with photograph on 09/29/1980
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Snowplow being unloaded from an airplane
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Transport plane coughs up its precious snowfighting cargo...at Niagara Falls Air Base." *see image for continued article.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Crushed park bench surrounded by melting snow
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Collapsing bench and grimy mountains in LaSalle Park...City hopes for federal help to right things."
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Houses covered by snow, barely visible
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Storm-force winds ignored speed limit sign above drifts in Perry Center"
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Snow and icicles in front of first story home
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/16/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Snowbank covering first story of home
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
"This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Look Familiar? This could be almost any street in Western New York. This particular photo was taken on Chestnut St. in the Wyoming County Village of Perry. Residents, worried about the flood threat, hope it doesn't thaw all at once."
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Policeman directing traffic in a blizzard
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
"This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Men in Blue Got to 'Scene' Despite Obstacles of Storm"; "Police find triple trouble during storm: snow, tied-up traffic, frayed nerves"
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Children smiling through window next to collapsed porch
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/10/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Squirrel standing in front of snow covered object
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/10/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Two kids skiing down the street
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Cross-City Skiing"; "Limited driving conditions and a well-plowed street gave Jay DeCastro and Andrew Meurer, both 13, an oppertunity to do some "cross-city" skiing on Tuesday along Lexington Ave. in Buffalo." *See image for complete article.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Man carrying skis in front of snow removal equipment on street
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
"This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"The driving ban, which was continued through the day, caused most buses to be filled to the doors, particularly at the rush hour. At right, Jay Rowe carrying his skis, which he was using to get around, past some snow removal equipment along West Ferry St."
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Mt. Buffalo sign with city skyline in backdrop
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
"This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"It's Truely a Sign of the Times"; "Of course there are no real mountains in Buffalo, at least not during the summer. However, with all the snow piled up all over the place now, there are some snow mountains high enough to make one wonder if a Sherpa guide is needed to get to the top." *see remainder of article in image.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Piles of snow being moved with figure watching
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/08/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Towing service removing cars from snowy street
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/08/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Aerial view of one home covered by snow
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/07/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Group of ten people shoveling snow on the street
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/07/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Military and private contractors removing snow
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Military unit dumps a big load, while private contractor handles smaller piles."
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Dog standing in front of snow covered intersection and cars
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/06/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Man riding bicycle in snow storm
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/05/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Interior view of driving under N. Grand Island Bridge
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Tunnel Vision"; "Growing mounds of snow are narrowing the vistas of motorists adn everyone else in Western New York these days. This is the view Courier-Express photographer Ed Zagorski encountered Thursday as he was driving under the north Grand Island Bridge onto the LaSalle Expressway in Niagara Falls."
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Two men shoveling snow inside collapsed building
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"The Great Blizzard of '77"; It all started on Jan. 28. Fast and furious the storm unfolded its 50 m.p.h. winds and snow and crippled the Cheektowaga area, as well as the rest of Western New York." *see image for continued article.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Two older women walking through the snow storm
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/04/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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14 people standing near the bus stop in the snow
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/03/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Looking west down the 198 towards the 33
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/03/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Man dragging woman on inner tube down snow covered street
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/03/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Man shoveling snow near second story of home (1)
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/03/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Man shoveling snow near second story of home (2)
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
"This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Edward Domanowski stands atop a huge snow drift in front of his home at 220 Pleasantview Rd. Lancaster...now he faces the task of digging out the 18-foot drift."
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”"
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Nassau County snow blowers arrive by C5
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/03/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Snow covered aerial image of Kissing Bridge
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/03/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Truck being unloaded from an airplane
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/03/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Aerial view of Holland Glenwood Rd.
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/02/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Aerial view of three homes covered by snow
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/02/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Buried cars near the 198
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Brutal blizzard effects captured. -article published with photograph 10/24/1980"
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Snow covered church
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/02/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Snow covered trees and bridge
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
"This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Piled Up Prospect Point"; "This view of Prospect Point in Niagara Falls indicates the amount of snow that has piled up at that tourist attraction in the last few days. The Observation Tower has snow piled beside its pedestrian ramp and an ice-coated tree."
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Three kids playing ice hockey with skyline in background
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 02/02/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Three male figures walking through the blizzard
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Heading South at 2:30 P.M."; "The storm by early afternoon began to retreat to the south once more and by 2:30 p.m. was centered directly over Buffalo. At that time figures on Main St. were mere silhouettes in the driving snow." -published 02/08/1977; "Other folks ran away to Miami, but Western New Yorkers are made of stronger stuff -- and we kind of enjoy it when the wind blows and the snow falls. A winter storm, 1977" -published 01/26/1980.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Man carrying box through the storm
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 01/28/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Woman shoveling, surrounded by snow
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
"This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Mrs. William Hodge fights an apparently losing battle against the elements at her Town of Amherst home...trying to keep her driveway clear of blowing snow."
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Man on snowmobile driving near abandoned cars
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
"This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Unidentified snowmobiler ponders the view from a drift above abandoned cars on Maryvale Dr. between Pine Ridge Rd. and Harlem Rd. in Cheektowaga."
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”"
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Snow plow clearing the streets
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Battle of machine agains the elements shows devastating effects of snowfall...snow slows job of pruning grape vines."
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Crushed Roadway truck in intersection
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 01/01/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Man sitting inside a plow truck as it moves down the street
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Toni Miletic of Toronto guides the snow-melter in his cab high above the street."
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Mayor Makowski and crowd walking through the snow
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 01/01/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Mayor Makowski walking downtown
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 01/01/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Plow removing snow
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 01/01/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”"
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Politicians walking through snow in front of city hall
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 01/01/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Snow covered brick house
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 01/01/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Snow covered street at Delaware and Utica
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 01/01/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Tractor converted to snowplow
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 01/01/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Two individuals climbing out of house covered by snow
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image taken on 01/01/1977 was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
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Two police officers looking into a snow covered car
The Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper
This image was originally captured for the Buffalo Courier-Express Newspaper.
Published Caption/Article Associated with the Photograph:
"Amherst police assist at the scene of an accident on N. Forrest Rd. near Wik St....one of the numerous accidents attributed to the storm."
The Buffalo Blizzards and Storms Collection comprises two folders of photographs taken by the entitled: “Blizzard of ‘77” and “Storms of ‘58.”
