Steamer and Tug at Wharf, 225-B

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Collection Type

Photography

GUSN

GUSN-391399

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Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917
Negatives
Locations
Unidentified
Steamer and Tug at Wharf, 225-B
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Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917
- Negatives
  - Locations
    - Unidentified

Description

The image depicts a steamer and a tugboat near a wharf. Possibly the Charles L. Jaffery, built in 1881. In the foreground, a large sailing ship with multiple masts is visible. Smoke is seen coming from the stack of the steamer, suggesting it is in operation. The background shows a line of buildings along the waterfront.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
buildings (structures)
tugboats
steamboats
gelatin dry plate negatives

Inscription

1290

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP024137
B-Series negative 225-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC022

Collection Name

Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

Date of Acquisition

1918-09

Reference Code

PC022.001.002.006.225-B

Record Details

Originator

Coolidge, Baldwin, 1845-1928 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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