On the Moosic, East, Del. & Hudson Canal Co. c. 1863 - 1865

"On the Moosic, East, Del. & Hudson Canal Co." is a photograph by Thomas H. Johnson, taken sometime between 1863 and 1865. The image showcases a rural landscape with a focus on a wooden structure situated near a canal. It appears to be a scene of industrial work, capturing the historical significance of the Delaware and Hudson Canal, which played a key role in transporting anthracite coal throughout the region. The photograph's composition is characteristic of 19th-century landscape photography, with a simple, direct portrayal of the subject matter.