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2000.2.6  © 2014 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Men's Outing, New London Vicinity
2000.2.6 © 2014 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Men's Outing, New London Vicinity

Dateabout 1900
MediumPhotography; albumen print on paper on cardboard mount
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 7 7/8 x 9 13/16in. (20 x 25cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Object number2000.2.6
DescriptionLarge group of men pose in front of a large horse-drawn wagon, possibly an omnibus. Most of the men have mustaches. One has a beard. Most wear hats or caps. One man wears eyeglasses. Some smoke pipes or cigars. Some hold steins or bottles. Some hold baseball equipment, including bats, gloves and a catcher's mask. Signs on the wagon read: "Our motto: 'Keep Moving.' / Long Distance Moving a Special[ty] / Piano & Furniture Moving / Light & Heavy / Trucking / Pianos Boxed and / Furniture Packed to Ship. / All Goods Insured Against Damage. / Chas. P. Swan / 11, / Brewer St. / New London, Conn."
Status
Not on view