Original 1947 AP Wirephoto showing county workmen clearing tons of concrete and brick from the lightning-damaged Scioto River bridge in Columbus, Ohio, on August 22. According to the original caption, a bolt of lightning struck the span the previous night, injuring four people and hurling them into the water; one victim later died. The caption is printed directly on the photograph. Measures approximately 5¼ x 7⅛ inches. Period handwriting is present on the back. Old tape remains visible on the corners, with expected age, toning, edge wear and newsroom/archive handling. An unusual image documenting severe storm damage and its aftermath. This photo came from the archive of a Pittsburgh area newspaper.
