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James H. Williams portrait collection

Title
James H. Williams portrait collection [graphic].
Publication
1925-[194-?]

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Still imageUse in library Sc Photo Williams, James H.Schomburg Center - Photographs & Prints

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Description
3 photographic prints : gelatin silver, b&w; 12 x 7 cm. or smaller.
Summary
Portraits of James H. Williams, Chief of the Red Caps at Grand Central Station, New York, N.Y., and father of Wesley A. Williams, New York City's first African American fire official. Collection consists of a full-length snapshot of Williams as well as a quarter-length photo affixed to Williams' chauffeur's license (1925). Williams is also shown with his son, Wesley A. Williams and the pair is included in another group portrait that depicts four generations of the Williams family.
Subjects
Genre/Form
  • Portrait photographs – 1920-1949.
  • Identification photographs – 1920-1949.
  • Gelatin silver prints – 1920-1949.
Note
  • Title devised by cataloger.
  • Some photographs bear handwritten captions on verso. One item is cropped.
Terms of Use (note)
  • Items may be restricted; permission of the copyright holder is required for duplication.
Linking Entry (note)
  • Forms part of the Portrait Collection.
Call Number
Sc Photo Williams, James H.
OCLC
183328068
Title
James H. Williams portrait collection [graphic].
Imprint
1925-[194-?]
Terms Of Use
Items may be restricted; permission of the copyright holder is required for duplication.
Linking Entry
Forms part of the Portrait Collection.
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Sc Photo Williams, James H.
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