Historic Urban Plans

Growth in the central San Joaquin Valley was stimulated by the introduction of irrigation ditches by Moses Church in 1871. Thirty years later, when this photo-lithograph was published by Britton & Rey, Fresno’s agricultural prosperity is shown in the vignettes of prominent buildings that frame the panoramic view. Significant buildings include the Fresno Brewing Company and an interior view of the Fresno Republican Printery.

Size: 15 5/8 x 23 inches. Color, Text Weight Paper