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Stereoscopic views of Georgetown, Massachusetts

Title
Stereoscopic views of Georgetown, Massachusetts [graphic].
Publication
1865?-1880?

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Details

Additional Authors
  • Anderson, A. W., active 1870-1902.
  • Harriman, W. H.
  • Reed, S. C.
  • Robert Dennis Collection of Stereoscopic Views.
Description
27 stereographs (photoprints) : albumen, b&w; 88x177mm. or smaller.
Summary
Georgetown, Mass.: general view showing farm land in the foreground, a carriage manufactory, church, homes; snowy Commons, with Littles' block and wagon, beyond; same view in summer; view of just Littles' block; street views: one showing buggy and Pentucket house; street with large wood frame buildings; views of the railroad depot, shed roof covering the tracks; views of homes; men in uniform on railroad flat car with fire engine(?); men in uniform, some with drums, in formation in park or square; D.E. Moulton's residence with pear trees in full bloom; interior view of Masonic temple showing banner, chairs, other accoutrements, swords, medals and insignia; interior of Odd Fellows' new hall, showing men seated along edge of room wearing ceremonial sashes, room has murals, painted ceilings; Odd Fellows Fair, Feb. 1874, including booths selling perfume, children's clothes, plants and flowers, needlework and dolls. Some views duplicated.
Alternative Title
  • Harriman's stereoscopic views.
  • Views of Georgetown and vicinity.
Subject
  • Independent Order of Odd Fellows
  • Freemasons
  • Buildings > Massachusetts > Georgetown
  • Business enterprises > Massachusetts > Georgetown
  • Carriage industry > Massachusetts > Georgetown
  • Churches > Massachusetts > Georgetown
  • Dwellings > Massachusetts > Georgetown
  • Fairs > Massachusetts > Georgetown
  • Hotels & taverns > Massachusetts > Georgetown
  • Interior architecture > Massachusetts > Georgetown
  • Murals > Massachusetts > Georgetown
  • Military parades & ceremonies > Massachusetts > Georgetown
  • Parks > Massachusetts > Georgetown
  • Railroad stations > Massachusetts > Georgetown
  • Snow > Massachusetts > Georgetown
  • Streets > Massachusetts > Gerogetown
  • Winter > Massachusetts > Georgetown
Genre/Form
  • Albumen photoprints.
  • Stereographs.
  • Photoprints.
Note
  • Title devised by cataloger.
  • Includes views by A. W. Anderson, Harriman, and S. C. Reed.
Access (note)
  • Restricted access;
Cite As (note)
  • Robert Dennis Collection of Stereoscopic Views.
Call Number
MFY Dennis Coll 90-F238
OCLC
NYPG90-F238
Title
Stereoscopic views of Georgetown, Massachusetts [graphic].
Imprint
1865?-1880?
Restricted Access
Restricted access; Photography Collection; Permit must be requested at division indicated.
Cite As:
Robert Dennis Collection of Stereoscopic Views.
Connect to:
NYPL Digital Collections
Added Author
Anderson, A. W., active 1870-1902. Photographer
Harriman, W. H. Photographer
Reed, S. C. Photographer
Robert Dennis Collection of Stereoscopic Views.
Added Title
Harriman's stereoscopic views.
Views of Georgetown and vicinity.
Research Call Number
MFY Dennis Coll 90-F238
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