Black Woman in Buffalo, New York

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This is a terrific photograph of an attractive Black woman wearing a nice broach and earrings. Her hair is nicely styled. The photographer is Bliss Brothers of Buffalo, New York. The Bliss brothers, Harry (b 1866) and Frank (b 1858) were sons of Horace Bliss. The elder Bliss came to Buffalo in about 1854 and learned the photography business. In 1859 he established a photographic gallery which he ran until poor health caused him to retire in 1886. The brothers succeeded their father and established the studio under the name of Bliss Brothers. The source of the biographical information about the Bliss Brothers is the book, Our County and Its People (1898). To view other images by the Bliss Brothers, click on the category “Photographer: Bliss Brothers”. 

Published in: on December 12, 2008 at 1:46 am  Leave a Comment  
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Musical Performing Troupe in Asbury Park, New Jersey

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This Cabinet card is a photograph of a Musical Performing Troupe in Asbury Park, New Jersey. Asbury Park became a borough in 1874 and a city in 1897. Asbury Park was a seaside community and a boardwalk was built which attracted many visitors. The city is known for its rich musical history.

Published in: on December 11, 2008 at 11:54 pm  Leave a Comment  
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Mother and Child in the Dakota Territory

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 This photograph appears to be of a proud mom sitting with her cute child on her lap. The photographer is J Q Miller of Grand Forks, Dakota Territory. It is interesting to note that the  Dakota Territory was part of the land acquired in the Louisiana Purchase. The Dakota Territory existed between 1861 and 1889 so we know that this photograph was taken sometime during that time period.. In  1889 the land became two states, North and South Dakota. The mother and child in this Cabinet card were photographed in Grand Forks, which later became part of North Dakota.

Published in: on December 11, 2008 at 4:58 pm  Comments (1)  
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ALICE LINGARD: BRITISH STAGE ACTRESS

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This Cabinet photoograph is of Alice Lingard (1847-1897) a British stage actress and singer. She performed in both London and New York. She was married to mimic and music hall star Dickie Lingard and the drama of their marital problems was well reported by the press. The cabinet card comes from the studio of Jose Mora of New York, famed theater star photographer. You can see other cards from Mora by clicking on the Category listing, Mora.

Published in: on December 10, 2008 at 11:52 pm  Leave a Comment  
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GERMAN OFFICER IN BAVARIA

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This cabinet photograph captures a German officer posing for photographer F. Steffen in Erlanger, Bavaria.  I have been informed that this stern looking officer is a Hauptmann (captain). I would appreciate confirmation of this rank  from a knowledgeable source, so please leave a comment if you have information.

Published in: on December 10, 2008 at 11:29 pm  Leave a Comment  
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Black Woman in Buffalo, New York

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This Cabinet photo is a portrait of a Black woman photographed by Bliss Brothers Portrait Studio in Buffalo, New York. To view other photographs by the Bliss Brothers, click on the category “Photographer: Bliss Brothers”.

Published in: on December 10, 2008 at 5:27 pm  Leave a Comment  
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Fraternal Organization Member in Great Britain

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Interesting Cabinet card photograph of a member of a Fraternal Organization. He is wearing very elaborate garb which is captured well by the photographer. Is this distinguished looking man a member of a Masonic group?  I would appreciate information from anyone who can supply me with this gentleman’s affiliation. The photographer is Wolstenholme of BlackPool and Middleton, England.

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Pullman Car Conductor: Boston Railroad Worker

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This photograph is of a Pullman Car Conductor. The photographer is Gray of Boston, Massachusetts. The Pullman Company manufactured railroad cars beginning in the mid to late 1800’s. In 1898 Robert Todd Lincoln, son of  Abraham Lincoln, became President of the company. I am hoping someone can help me identify the name of the railroad that employed this conductor. Take a close look at his collar buttons and try to identify the railroad by the insignia, or perhaps you have knowledge about  Boston’s railroad history. To view other photographs by Gray, click on the category “Photographer: Gray (MA)”.

Published in: on December 10, 2008 at 4:58 am  Leave a Comment  
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Tillie Salinger: Opera Star

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This photograph is a cabinet card featuring opera star Tillie Salinger. She is photographed by a San Francisco, California photographer. Salinger performed in the late 1800’s and among her credits is the music ‘Looking Through the Gates (1892). To view other photographs by Louis Thors and to learn more about him, click on the category “Photographer: Thors”.

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Published in: on December 10, 2008 at 2:43 am  Leave a Comment  
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Priest From St. Vincent De Paul in Springfield, Massachusetts

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This terrific Cabinet card is a photograph of a priest taken by the Chauncey Moore Studio of Springfield, Massachusetts. The reverse of the card is stamped indicating that duplicates could be obtained from the Society of St. Vincent De Paul. Cabinet card photographs of clergy are not uncommon although this is a nice close-up. Note the fine detail of his clothing. At one time, Moore partnered in a Springfield studio with his brother Hiram C. Moore. To view Hiram Moore’s work, click on the category “Photographer: Moore (Hiram).

Published in: on December 9, 2008 at 11:43 pm  Comments (8)  
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