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1994.162.308   © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Street scene with advertisement for the Master Loaf, New Haven vicinty
1994.162.308 © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Street scene with advertisement for the Master Loaf, New Haven vicinty

Dateabout 1925
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 3 9/16 x 5 7/8in. (9 x 15cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Object number1994.162.308
DescriptionStreet with automobiles, trolley tracks, utility poles and wires and street lights. Most buildings appear to be businesses. Signs read: "Garage" "Socony Gasoline." A large building in the foreground is "The Davis Feed Store / Poultry Feeds / One Quality Only / The Best / Grain, Hay, Straw, Etc." The large sign on the side of the building reads: "Made of ingredients / you yourself would use / The Master Loaf."
NotesSubject Note: This photograph was taken for the United Advertising Corporation of New Haven to document the placement of their billboards.
Status
Not on view