Although Shelby Chemical Company actually included two manufacturing plants, this is the structure most people identify as the "Chemical Plant." The skeletal remains of this structure stand on private property directly across Shelby County Highway 42 from Shelby Iron Works Park. It is, particularly in fall and winter, partially visible from the park. The construction is of concrete and includes three levels, plus the tower.
This photo was taken from the northeast corner of the facility looking back toward the park and the New Dannemora Hotel.
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August 25, 2006
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It is my recollection that the metal was removed from this building during the 1940's. It was rumored among the residents of the Shelby Community that it was being used in conjunction with the war effort (WWII). I was in my pre-teens and lived a short distance from this site.
Posted by: Hylott L. Armstrong, Jr. | August 27, 2006 at 09:44 AM
Hylott,
Thanke for helping date this Chemical Plant material and your rememberances.
Much appreciated.
Posted by: JB | August 27, 2006 at 02:33 PM