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1959.98.1  © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Fred Wright in Pope Hartford automobile belonging to Thomas C. Perkins, Hartford
1959.98.1 © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Fred Wright in Pope Hartford automobile belonging to Thomas C. Perkins, Hartford

Dateabout 1915
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 6 5/16 x 8 1/4in. (16 x 21cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
DescriptionMan in cap and suit seated in open roadster with three spare tires. The car is parked in front of a brick commercial building with a sign reading: "Brassill's Auto Service Station. / Hotel Bond Annex Garage." Inscribed on back: "Fred Wright driver for Thomas C. Perkins / in Pope Hartford car, specially built for him / White with green leather upholstery."
Object number1959.98.1
NotesSubject Note: The Hotel Bond Annex was located at 140 High Street. Thomas C. Perkins was the proprietor of Benvenuto Farm in West Bloomfield. Brassill's Auto Service Co. was located at 104 Church Street, Hartford from 1914-1916.
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