Friday, April 25, 2014

Maria Spelterini Walking a Tightrope Strung Over the Niagara River



Two views of Italian performer Maria Spelterini walking a tightrope strung over the Niagara River while wearing peach baskets strapped to her feet during United States Centennial celebrations, 1876. A large crowd can be seen watching the event from the Niagara Falls Suspension Bridge in the background. Animated stereoviews.

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