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Gift of William R. Bland and family, 2013.223.16  © 2014 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Flood of 1936: People outside The National Cash Register Company
Gift of William R. Bland and family, 2013.223.16 © 2014 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Flood of 1936: People outside The National Cash Register Company

Photographer (American, 1891 - 1960)
Date1936
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 6 5/8 x 4 7/8in. (16.8 x 12.4cm) Sheet (height x width): 6 5/8 x 4 7/8in. (16.8 x 12.4cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of William R. Bland and family
Object number2013.223.16
DescriptionA city street with men and women in winter clothing standing in it is viewed through a store window, with writing on it that reads in reverse: "TAVERN / MARKESE". A building on the opposite side of the street has a sign that reads "NATIONAL CASH REGISTER CO."
NotesConstituent Note: According to the donor, these photographs were taken by his grandfather, William Remington Bland, a member of the Hartford County Camera Club. However, it is possible that some of the photographs could have been taken by another club member. (Finlay 11/23/2013)

Subject Note: The National Cash Register Company was located at 121 Allyn Street. (Finlay 11/23/2013)
Status
Not on view