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Hydrotherapy in the showers with varying temperatures at the Roosevelt Bathhouse.
During the 1930s, Saratoga Springs constructed several spas and bathhouses to emulate the grand European Spas. With the popular writings of Dr. Simon Baruch and support from President Franklin Roosevelt, the spas in Saratoga Springs did a booming…
Dr. Simon Baruch (1840-1921)
Dr. Simon Baruch was an influential advocate of hydrotherapy as treatment for various illnesses such as arthritis and injury. He worked in Saratoga Springs for many years and wanted to build a spa facilities that could compete with those in Europe.
Hydrotherapy at the Roosevelt Baths, Saratoga Springs, NY
Hydrotherapy and spa services offered at Roosevelt Baths and Spa in the 1930s thanks to the popularity of Dr. Simon Baruch's research and promotion of hydrotherapy by President Franklin Roosevelt.
Old Iron Spring, Ballston Spa, NY
Ballston Spa, NY, where the Old Iron Spring is still working, was originally more popular than Saratoga Springs as a place for tourists to visit and take the waters in the 19th Century. But the opening of Gideon Putam's Tavern and Guesthouse helped…
"Dipper Boy" at High Rock Spring in Saratoga Springs, NY
When tourists would visit High Rock Spring to taste the water, a "dipper boy" would get the water for them.
Congress Spring in Saratoga Springs, NY
In 1802, Gideon Putnam built a tavern and boarding house in Saratoga Springs, NY, which helped turned the town into a destination for spa tourism. By the mid 1800s, popularity had increased and famous visitors included James Fenimore Cooper, Andrew…
Sir William Johnson carried on litter to Spring at Ballston Spa N.Y. (Old Iron Spring)
Sir William Johnson (1715-1774) was the British soldier and hero of the French and Indian Wars . In addition to the report that indigenous people carried him to High Rock Spring in 1767 to treat his war wounds, this oil painting shows him also…
Sir William Johnson arriving at High Rock Spring
Sir William Johnson (1715-1774) was a British soldier and a hero of the French and Indian Wars. In 1767, he was carried to High Rock Spring by indigenous people to treat war wounds to what is believed to be High Rock Spring, thought to have medicinal…
Street Cleaner in Mask
The original caption on this Oct. 21, 1918, photo read: "Mask worn to check influenza spread. The admonition of the New York Health Board to wear masks to check the spread of influenza epidemic has been headed. 'Better ridiculous than dead' is the…
Sewing Kit
Black leather-backed, four-pocket, fold-and-tie sewing kit containing 10 straight pins.
Used by Ralph B. Post, the donor's husband, while serving in the Medical Corps during World War I. Post was a doctor for many years in Ballston Spa.
Used by Ralph B. Post, the donor's husband, while serving in the Medical Corps during World War I. Post was a doctor for many years in Ballston Spa.
George Crum's Son
A photo of a man (possibly George Crum's son, Richard) in front of George Crum's (aka Speck) restaurant on Saratoga Lake. Crum is credited with "inventing" the potato chip.
Saratoga County Fair
Crowd scene at Saratoga County Fair, Ballston Spa. Sign on tent: "EXHIBIT AARON WOOD BALLSTON SPA NY" Corner of track visible.
Fish House Covered Bridge
Black and white photograph of Fish House Covered Bridge - built by the State in 1818 and torn down in 1930. "Copy by Larry Hart" written on back.
The Kittie West
Kittie West, Erie Canal pleasure boat
Malta portion of Northway
Newspaper clipping announcing construction of Northway in Malta.
Photo of the Northway
Picture taken of the Northway.
Excerpts from the 1918 Automobile Journal
Some experts from the journal which pertain to Saratoga County
Excerpts from the 1918 Automobile Journal
Some experts from the journal which pertain to Saratoga County
Streetcar - Electric Model
Two pieces: Trolley car and base. Trolley car: Green-painted trolley car (23.5 x 4.75 x 7.5) with yellow/gold roof and lettering "Ballston Terminal Railroad Co. - A.N. Chandler - Baggage and Express"; black-painted steps, undercarriag
Trolly Car Interior
Interior view of a trolley car a seated man is within.
Zim Smith Trail
Photo of the Zim Smith trail, a public leisure trail which lies where the R & S railroad once was.
Grant's funeral train
View of Ulysses S. Grant's funeral train passing through Ballston Spa, NY. Shows American Hotel in background.
Round lantern
Round lantern with globe chimney protected by heavy wire circles; vented top; wire carrying handle
Indigenous trails near Ballston
Map detailing numerous indigenous trails and campsites
Adirondack R.R. Time Table
A time table for service of the Adirondack Railroad, from Document Box 41.
Interview with Paul Perreault
Paul Perreault, the historian of the town of Malta, gives a general interview of the town's history and how Malta fits into the greater history of Saratoga County. Listen to 9:52 for a description of Malta's formation and foundation, 14:30 and 40:00…
Brown's Bathing Beach, Saratoga Lake, N.Y. 262
A postcard showing Brown's Bathing Beach, with automobile, swingset, and dock.
Text on back of postcard reads:
11/9/32
Dear George, Ain't this a glorious country. We all voted against Roosevelt but are now glad election is over & t hat the Dem.…
Text on back of postcard reads:
11/9/32
Dear George, Ain't this a glorious country. We all voted against Roosevelt but are now glad election is over & t hat the Dem.…