Images of Max, Nebraska
Max in 1932, and 80 years later in 2012!
Recently, a photograph of the town of Max that had been taken in 1932, from atop the old Krotter Elevator, was discovered. here is that photo:
The Krotter elevator still exists*. Or at least some of it still exists, but there have been additions and upgrades made to it over the years. Although is has not been in use for many years, there is a newer section of the elevator structure that provides a similar view of the town. Here is a view of the same area of Max, some 80 years later in 2012:
Some buildings, such as the Max Methodist Church, the old bank building and the garage next to it, as well as the old Girt home (now known as the "Pink House"), and the Krotter Lumberyard Office (later remodeled into a home, and used as the Max Post Office for many years) are still here.
*UPDATE: The Krotter Elevator is sadly no more, having been demolished in September 2012.
*UPDATE: The Krotter Elevator is sadly no more, having been demolished in September 2012.
Main Street, Max, Nebraska in the 1920's
Here are two views of Main Street in Max, taken during the 1920's.
A View of Max, Looking South, Taken c.1900
July 4th Parade
Here is a photo of the 1916 Fourth of July Parade in Max. That's the Cooper Building in the background.
Everett S. Sutton, 1917
This photo was taken from the original negative, and shows noted local historian and author, Everett S. Sutton sitting on the railing of a bridge that spanned the Republican River.
Max is on "The Boom"
According to this newspaper article printed in the Holbrook, Nebraska Observer of March 23, 1917
July 4, 1920
These three photos show the pride Max residents had in their country back in 1920, as the town pulled together and put on a festive July 4th Parade. Just click on any of the images to enlarge it.
A Scene from Max - circa 1920
We're not really sure just what the event shown here was - only that the photo is of Max and was taken about 1920. This may be a part of the July 4th celebration in Max.
Farming the Hard Way - 1920
1920 Max, Nebraska. Back then farming was not as easy as jumping into the cab of your John Deere with AC, radio, and a comfortable seat!
Play Ball!
A Baseball game being played in Sutton's pasture in 1920. Just look at all those cars and people. This was definitely America's and Max's favorite pastime. They must have had some real sluggers back then - those outfielders sure look a long way out from home plate!