Nashua River Watershed Association – NRWA Holiday Auction 2014
Auction Ends: Dec 5, 2014 01:00 PM EST

Photo

Historic Photograph of NRWA Founder, Marion Stoddart

Item Number
546
Estimated Value
50 USD
Sold
110 USD to QuickWater
Number of Bids
8  -  Bid History

Item Description

Framed and autographed historic photo of NRWA's founder, Marion Stoddart, standing on the banks of the polluted Nashua River in Fitchburg in 1970.  From the photo files of the Record American Newspaper dated April 30, 1970.  Subject line is " Pollution of Nashua River" and the description reads " Mrs. Hugh Stoddart of Groton, leader of the drive to clean up the Nashua River is shown standing on the banks of the river in Fitchburg.  Floating in the river is paper scum from nearby paper mills and assorted debris."  

This photo was taken at the beginning of the efforts to clean-up the Nashua River, only months after the founding of the Nashua River Watershed Association.  The restoration efforts would prove to be an international success story, recognized by the United Nations, President Richard Nixon, and National Geographic.  It is a story that continues to inspire environmental efforts to this day.

Details:  Framed and matted photo reprint measures 16" x 20".

Item Special Note

Price is based on item pick-up at the NRWA River Resource Center at 592 Main Street in Groton, MA.  Shipping is available upon request; buyer is responsible for costs of shipping and handling.

Donated By:

Earl Carter