Corning Collection

Corning Egg Farm, Bound Brook, New Jersey, USA early 1900s

American Trade-Marks and Devices: T G Hawkes & Co, Corning, New York (litho)
7198389 American Trade-Marks and Devices: T G Hawkes & Co, Corning, New York (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: T G Hawkes & Co, Corning, New York)

United States Navy - Pratt-Read XLNE-1 31506, competition #32, at Harris Hill, Elmira, NY in 1946 for the first US soaring contest held after WWII

Waltham Abbey explosion
Explosion of no 2 Corning-house at the gunpowder mills, Waltham Abbey, Essex Date: 13 April 1843

Source Size = 3752 x 5016
THE MANUFACTURE AND STORAGE OF GUNPOWDER: 1. Giving up our Matches at Entrance. 2. Sulphur Grinding. 3. Incorporating Mills. 4. Hydraulic Press. 5 and 6. Corning House. 7. Shod for the Occasion. 8

GREAT RAILROAD STRIKE, 1877. Strikers stopping the Erie Railroad train carrying the second detachment of New York State National Guardsmen, at Corning, New York, 23 July 1877

GREAT RAILROAD STRIKE, 1877. Rioters tearing up rails on the bridge at Corning, New York. Wood engraving, American, 1877

GREAT RAILROAD STRIKE, 1877. Construction gang righting overturned cars at Corning, New York, under the protection of the militia during the Great Railroad Strike of 1877

Palisades at Corning, N. Y
Palisades at Corning, N.Y.. Date c1902

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"Corning: A Historical Snapshot of a Vibrant Town" Step back in time to the early 1900s, where the Corning Egg Farm in Bound Brook, New Jersey, USA thrived. This bustling farm was known for its high-quality eggs that satisfied local communities. Meanwhile, in Corning, New York, another aspect of history unfolded as T G Hawkes & Co left their mark on American trade-marks and devices. The litho from this era showcases the craftsmanship and artistry synonymous with Corning's rich heritage. The United States Navy also played a part in Corning's story with the Pratt-Read XLNE-1 31506 vessel. It symbolized strength and resilience during times of conflict and stood as a testament to the town's contributions to national defense. However, not all moments were filled with triumph. The Waltham Abbey explosion shook Corning to its core, reminding everyone of the fragility of life and highlighting how communities come together during times of tragedy. In 1877, during the Great Railroad Strike, Corning became a focal point for both unrest and unity. Strikers halted an Erie Railroad train carrying New York State National Guardsmen while rioters tore up rails on bridges. Yet amidst chaos emerged stories of construction gangs righting overturned cars under militia protection—a testament to perseverance even in challenging times. Beyond these historical events lies natural beauty captured by photographers who immortalized stunning landscapes like Palisades at Corning N. Y. , showcasing nature's majesty intertwined with human history. Lastly, we shift gears from history to luxury as we catch a glimpse of elegance embodied by a Porsche Cayman S cruising through modern-day Corning streets—an ode to progress and sophistication within this vibrant town. Corning is more than just a name; it represents layers upon layers of captivating narratives that have shaped this community into what it is today—a place where tradition meets innovation against an ever-changing backdrop.