Neutral-Moresnet
1816 - 1919
Neutral Moresnet
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The highest point of the Netherlands; unrecognisably empty and quiet. |
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Around 1900 Hotel Bergdorf, situated at the crossing of Lindenroad and Luikerstreet housed a sub post office and also (temporarily) a casino. | ||
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Until 1919 the Luikerstreet was the border of Neutral Moresnet (left) and Prussian Moresnet (right). | ||
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The mayor, the country policeman and the fire brigade served Neutral as well as Prussian Moresnet. On top in the middle over the group photo is the municipal shield of Neutral Moresnet, which is in the museum in Kelmis. | ||
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The brass band of Vieille Montagne, founded in 1853, reached a high level with the guidance of capable conductors. | ||
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In 1908 a great propaganda demonstration for the Esperanto state Amikejo was held in the pavilion of the shooting association. | ||
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The Kasino pond was not far from the Vieille Montagne. A “neutral” paradise on Prussian territory. | ||
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This picture was taken when the Esperanto state was founded in 1908; in the foreground second left of the motorcar: Dr. Wilhelm Molly. | ||
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The oldest carnival club “ULK” celebrated its 2x11 years’ existence. | ||
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Luikerstraat in the direction of Henri-Chapelle; on the left side the ore roller, built in 1900 and on the right hand side the management office, built in 1910. | ||
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Pullout of the German troops via the Luikerstreet in November 1918. Left the new ore roller of the Vieille Montage. | ||