This cabinet card features a young boy who is very fashionably dressed and is carrying a walking stick. Note his cap, large bow, and pocket handkerchief. Also look at his short suit. His very stern look and his outfit makes him look much older than his actual age. The photographer of this image is F. A. Jewell of Canton, Ohio. He was active in Canton during the early 1890’s. He specialized in portraits and photographs of large family groups.
A VERY STERN LOOKING YOUNG BOY FROM CANTON, OHIO
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I have to tell you that stick is called a “roo.” I had one very similar when I was about that age and apparently, when asked by my parents what it was, claimed “It’s my roo … for rooning things.” He’s not the angelic but stern-faced cherub that he seems.