J. H. Whittemore, South View - Naugatuck, CT, 1888
MakerMade by
H. Wales Lines Company
American, 1864 - 1983
Date1888
MediumPhotography; albumen on paper in cardboard album covers
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 7 1/4 x 9 1/4in. (18.4 x 23.5cm)
Other (overall height x width): 8 1/4 x 11 1/2in. (21 x 29.2cm)
Other (overall height x width): 8 1/4 x 11 1/2in. (21 x 29.2cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
DescriptionPhotograph of the south view of John Howard Whittemore's house in Naugatuck, Connecticut. Two story house with four chimneys and gable roof. Round entry porch with ten columns. Right side has an enclosed porch on the first level and a covered porch directly above on the second level. Tree in the center of the photo. Bushes in front of house.
Object number2015.149.1.133
InscribedRecto, handwritten in black ink: "J. H. Whittemore South View - Naugatuck, CT 1888"Recto, handwritten in black ink: "Whitt. So. Naug."NotesFrom: Living Places website: Naugatuck Center Historic District
“John Howard Whittemore (1837-1910) was the head of Naugatuck Malleable Iron. The company manufactured iron castings for the transportation field. He came to Naugatuck in 1857. In 1858, he went into business with Bronson B. Tuttle to produce malleable iron hardware. By 1889, the company came to be known as Naugatuck Malleable Iron.”
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