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Selected Images Montana Earthquakes of 1935

Bryant School, Helena, Montana

Condition after shock of October 3, 1935. Wrecked. After October 18th shock. Note increase in damage to earth wall in the shock of October 31, 1935.

New Helena High School, Helena, Montana

Damage to shop wing. Note how top of brick chimney did not break up completely on hitting the ground. October 18, 1935. Damage to stage portion of north wing. Note brick veneer still adhering to the concrete framing, October 18, 1935. Shop section. Looking north. Fly gallery in background.
General view of north wing. October 18, 1935. Collapse of north wing. October 31, 1935. Detailed view of collapse of north wing. October 31, 1935.

Updated January 5, 2006.
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