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  • Rodney Square Station Post Office Mural - Wilmington DE
    "New Deal mural entitled "Landing of Swedes at The Rocks in Wilmington" painted in 1938 by Albert Pels. At the time it was painted, it hung behind the judge's bench in the US Courtroom of the Wilmington Post Office and Courthouse building. With the construction of a new US Courthouse, the mural was removed to the Rodney Square Post Office in Wilmington."
  • Route 1 Construction - Belltown to Rehoboth Beach DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction along a road from "Five Points to Rehoboth." Living New Deal believes this to be what is now known as Route 1; Five Points was a historical intersection of several roads just east of Belltown. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and other related infrastructure efforts in Delaware.  
  • Route 1 Improvements - Rehoboth Beach to Bethany Beach DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction, specifically "surface treatment," of what Living New Deal believes to be Route 1, between Rehoboth Beach and Bethany Beach. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and other related infrastructure efforts in Delaware.  
  • Route 14 Development - Harrington DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction of what Living New Deal believes to be Route 14, west of Harrington, from Flemings Corner to the Maryland state line. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and other related infrastructure efforts in Delaware.  
  • Route 16 Construction - Milton DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction of what is now State Route 16 from Milton (specifically, "Rehoboth Road") east to Broadkill Beach. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and other related infrastructure efforts in Delaware.  
  • Route 2 Development - Marshallton DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction along Route 2—then part of the Lincoln Highway!—in Marshallton. Work included shoulder widening along the route. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and other related infrastructure efforts in Delaware.  
  • Route 26 Widening - Bethany Beach to Clarksville DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was the widening of Route 26 between Bethany Beach and Clarksville. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and other related infrastructure efforts in Delaware.  
  • Route 4 Road Paving - Wilmington DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction along a road connecting Richardson Park to Wilmington. Living New Deal believes this to be what is now known as Delaware Route 4. Wikipedia notes that this "originally a county road that was paved in the 1930s." According to Delaware's Annual Report of the Chief Engineer State Highway Department, 1934: The work was carried on throughout the State, and consisted largely of clearing and grubbing, ditching, grading, sodding, construction...
  • Sanitary Sewers - Dover DE
    A sanitary sewer construction project was undertaken in Dover, Delaware during the Great Depression with the assistance of federal Public Works Administration (PWA) funds. (PWA Docket No. DE W1023)
  • School Lane Development - New Castle DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction along School Lane in New Castle. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and other related infrastructure efforts in Delaware.  
  • Seaford Museum (old Post Office) - Seaford DE
    The Seaford Museum and Seaford Historical Society in Seaford, Delaware are located in what was formerly the community's 1935 New Deal post office. "The Seaford Museum includes a changing exhibit gallery, a presentation room, a general information area, and a gift shop. It is located in downtown Seaford on High Street in the restored 1930’s post office building."
  • Sewage Treatment Plant - Rehoboth Beach DE
    The PWA helped construct sewers and a treatment plant in Rehoboth Beach.
  • Sewer System and Water Treatment Plant - Harrington DE
    The original sewer system and water treatment facility for the town of Harrington, Delaware were constructed with federal Public Works Administration (PWA) funds. The PWA supplied a $106,180 loan and $28,000 grant toward the project, whose total cost was $121,289. Work occurred between July 1934 and February 1935. The treatment plant is no longer in use. (PWA Docket No. DE 931)
  • Shiloh Church Road - Laurel DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction along a road from a point known as Sandy Fork to Bryan's Store, east of Laurel. The road is most likely what is known as Shiloh Church Road or 'Road 72'. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and other related infrastructure efforts in Delaware.  
  • Sidewalk - Blades DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction of a sidewalk in Blades. The exact location in question is unknown to Living New Deal. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and other related infrastructure efforts in Delaware.  
  • Sidewalk (Five Points) - Laurel DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was sidewalk construction from Laurel to what was then known as Five Points, north of town. It is believed the sidewalk was constructed along North Central Avenue to that point (at which N. Central, Seaford, Woodland, and Georgetown Roads, and N Poplar St. all meet) north of town. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and...
  • Sidewalks - Delaware City DE
    The Civil Works Administration (CWA) approved a project "consisting of the construction of about 600 feet of four-foot sidewalks on Fourth and Fifth streets, leading to the concrete walks around the school grounds," in Delaware City. The project was begun in Jan. 1934.
  • Sidewalks - Middletown DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was sidewalk construction at 'St. Anne's Church.' The exact location of this project is not known, though it took place in Middletown. The present site of St. Anne's Church is highlighted on the map below. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and other related infrastructure efforts in Delaware.  
  • Sidewalks - Odessa DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was sidewalk construction from Odessa to Drawyer . The exact location of the project is unknown to Living New Deal. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and other related infrastructure efforts in Delaware.  
  • Sixth Street Repairs - Laurel DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was repair work in Laurel along 6th Street. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and other related infrastructure efforts in Delaware.  
  • Springfield Road Development - Georgetown DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction along "Springfield X Rds. to Fairmont." Fairmont is a place name located a few miles east and south of Georgetown. Springfield Road, east of Georgetown, is highlighted on the map here. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and other related infrastructure efforts in Delaware.  
  • Spruce Street Development - Wilmington DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction along Spruce Street in Wilmington. According to Delaware's Annual Report of the Chief Engineer State Highway Department, 1934: The work was carried on throughout the State, and consisted largely of clearing and grubbing, ditching, grading, sodding, construction of sidewalks, building of masonry culverts and bridges and the re­ pairing of dikes along the banks of the Delaware and Christian Rivers. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week...
  • St. Jones Creek (St. Jones River) Landscaping - Dover DE
    The Works Progress Administration carried out landscaping work on the St. Jones Creek (today St. Jones River) in the vicinity of Dover.
  • State Training School - Stockley DE
    The PWA built this cottage at the State Training School, later known as the Stockley Center, which housed the developmentally disabled.
  • State Welfare Old Age Infirmary - Smyrna DE
    The PWA conducted unspecified work at the State Welfare Old Age Infirmary, now the Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill. The state legislature appropriated $50,000 to the infirmary in 1935, potentially as matching funds for PWA work. From Delaware: A Guide to the First State: "The State Welfare Home ..., a prominent group of brick buildings in neo-Colonial style, was opened in 1933 to take the place of the almshouses in the three counties of Delaware. Planned to permit the addition of more buildings, the plant cost $590,000 as developed up to 1937. In 1936 there were 372 "guests" averaging 61...
  • Third Street Sewer - Delaware City DE
    The Civil Works Administration (CWA) conducted a project "which consisted of sewer extensions on ... Third street" in Delaware City. The project was completed in Jan. 1934.
  • Thoroughfare Neck Road - Townsend DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction along Thoroughfare Neck Road at the Cedar Swamp Wildlife Area. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and other related infrastructure efforts in Delaware.  
  • Trap Pond State Park - Laurel DE
    "Trap Pond State Park is a 2,109 acre (8.5 km²) Delaware state park located near Laurel, Delaware. It is one of the largest surviving fragments of what was once an extensive wetland in what is now southwestern Sussex County. The state park features an extensive patch of second-growth baldcypress trees... In the 1930s, the federal Civilian Conservation Corps listed the pond as a place of recreation development. The Delaware legislature took over the land and named it as a state park in 1951."
  • U.S. 13 Development - Dover to Smyrna DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction along a dual carriageway that is now U.S. 13, through Smyrna, down to Bishops Corner, a place name for a community that lay just northeast of Cheswold, and through to Dover. The CWA also developed a road from Smyrna to White House, Delaware, and the construction continued north from Smyrna; the exact location and name of the road in question is unknown to Living New Deal. An average...
  • U.S. 40 Paving - Glasgow DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction on (including the grading and paving of) what is now U.S. 40, between the Maryland border and Glasgow, Delaware, and east to Bear. The highway was then a state route. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and other related infrastructure efforts in Delaware.  
  • Washington Street Development - Wilmington DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction along Washington Street in Wilmington. According to Delaware's Annual Report of the Chief Engineer State Highway Department, 1934: The work was carried on throughout the State, and consisted largely of clearing and grubbing, ditching, grading, sodding, construction of sidewalks, building of masonry culverts and bridges and the re­ pairing of dikes along the banks of the Delaware and Christian Rivers. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week...
  • Water System - Milford DE
    A waterworks construction project was undertaken in Milford, Delaware with the assistance of federal Public Works Administration (PWA) funds. The PWA supplied an $83,250 grant toward the project, whose total cost was $180,819. Work occurred between January 1938 and April 1939. (PWA Docket No. DE W1022)
  • Water System - Wilmington DE
    Multiple waterworks construction project were undertaken in Wilmington, Delaware with the assistance of federal Public Works Administration (PWA) funds. Work on the projects in 1934. It is also listed in the records of the WPA. (PWA Docket No. DE 1317, W1015) The building pictured has since been demolished.
  • Water System Improvements - New Castle DE
    A municipal waterworks-improvement construction project was undertaken in New Castle, Delaware during the Great Depression, enabled by federal Public Works Administration (PWA) funds. Construction occurred between December 1938 and April 1939. (PWA Docket No. DE X1045)
  • Welsh Tract Road Development - Newark DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction along Welsh Tract Road in Newark. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week during 1934 as a result of the CWA’s road, sidewalk, bridge, and other related infrastructure efforts in Delaware.  
  • Wesley United Church Education Center (Old Post Office) Mural - Dover DE
    A set of several panels painted by William D. White in 1937 entitled "Harvest, Spring and Summer." The murals were funded by TRAP for what was then the Dover DE post office and is now the Wesley United Church Education Center. From the September 9, 1936 edition of the Sunday Star: “The saga of the life and industries of Kent County is depicted in the mural being prepared for the Dover Post Office by William D. White, of Carcroft, near Wilmington. “Mr. White is one of the many artists throughout the nation contributing his talent towards the decoration of post office buildings,working for...
  • West Avenue Development - New Castle DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction along West Avenue in Holloway Terrace, northeast of New Castle. According to Delaware's Annual Report of the Chief Engineer State Highway Department, 1934: The work was carried on throughout the State, and consisted largely of clearing and grubbing, ditching, grading, sodding, construction of sidewalks, building of masonry culverts and bridges and the re­ pairing of dikes along the banks of the Delaware and Christian Rivers. An average of 1,410...
  • West Street Development - Wilmington DE
    Delaware utilized substantial federal resources in developing and improving its road network during the Great Depression. Among the dozens of projects undertaken by the federal Civil Works Administration (C.W.A.) during 1934 was construction along West Street in Wilmington. According to Delaware's Annual Report of the Chief Engineer State Highway Department, 1934: The work was carried on throughout the State, and consisted largely of clearing and grubbing, ditching, grading, sodding, construction of sidewalks, building of masonry culverts and bridges and the re­ pairing of dikes along the banks of the Delaware and Christian Rivers. An average of 1,410 were put to work each week...
  • Wharf Building (demolished) Improvements - New Castle DE
    The Civil Works Administration (CWA) undertook a project "painting the building on Delaware street wharf"—a city-owned facility—in New Castle, Delaware, starting Jan. 1934. The facility appears to be no longer extant.
  • Woodbridge Elementary School - Greenwood DE
    The PWA built this addition to what is now Woodbridge Elementary School.
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