This view, dated July 1909, is the only one I have ever seen with a train crossing Broadway. Note that the trees in NP Park are now covered with leaves and the Indian Statue is finally erected! The scene is also taken later in the day (a little after noon) as seen by the shadows that are slight from the sun in the west. We see no cars yet, but many wagons and one bicyclist. Note that the colorist has changed the color of the roof of Shotwells. The angle of this view suggests that it was taken from the roof the hotel next (east) of Moody's (whose rooftop can be seen in the left).

Thanks to Victoria Santiago for restoring these images!

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In this view, dated March 1909, we can see that the base of the Indian Statue has been constructed but the statue has not yet been erected. The picture is an excellent view of Northern Pacific Park and its walkways (with the trees just starting to bud) as well as a good view of Shotwell Florists. The early morning sun has caused the merchants on the west side of Broadway to extend their awnings. The angle of the view suggests that this image was taken from the roof of Moody's.