Dolgeville, New York  13329, USA

The Underground Railroad - By James Michael Newell
fresco, 10' x 14', 1940

This fresco is in very good condition and it is rich in color and content, representing an important era in the history of the Mohawk Valley.  The artist for this mural was James Michael Newell.  Newell was assisted by his wife, Mardy Allen.

This page was created in memory of Cornelius "Gus" DeRidder – a Dolgeville mail carrier for many years. Gus, as he was known to most residents, was a friend to all in Dolgeville, and just an all around great guy. Gus used to take me, and other boys, shooting skeet and was just like a Dutch uncle to us all. This meant a lot when a boy has few friends. Gus was always the gentleman and a caring son to his mother.

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