Hall, Mary Louise Brown (1860-1932)(2 of 6)

Bryan R. Johnson’s Portrait photograph of Mary Louise Brown

 


THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: BRYAN R. JOHNSON was born c. 1834 in New York State, and his death date is unidentified. After working as a photographer in several California cities, Johnson moved to Petaluma and beginning in December of 1862 co-partnered with Edward P. Butler at the Ambrotype and Photographic Gallery on Petaluma’s Phoenix Block. In April 1863, Johnson took sole possession of the gallery and renamed it “Johnson’s Premier Pioneer Photographic Gallery”. In 1864, he moved his studio twice within the community finally settling in the Doyle Building on Main Street. Johnson sold his studio to William Henry Lentz in October 1866. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.

THE SITTER:

Name: Mary Louise Brown Hall. This portrait was taken when the sitter was a child and known by her birth name, Mary Louise Brown.

Description: In this full-length portrait, Mary Louis Brown stands confidently gazing directly at the viewer, and, although just a child, her self possession borders on boldness. She places her right hand on the top of a round table, and her left holds a dark shawl. She is attired in a checkered print dress with a three-layered flounced hem, a matching waist belt, drop shoulders, and flounced sleeves edged in lace. She wears a hooped petticoat, and her full-skirted dress falls to just above the top of her boots, revealing a short section of her white leggings. Her hair has been center-parted and cut short with wisps surrounding her face. She wears a thin gold chain that falls to just below the neckline of her dress.

Biographical Note: Mary Louise, or Lulu as she was called, was the first of twelve children born to the early Petaluma pioneers, Daniel and Annie Brown.  She was born in Petaluma on March 5, 1860, and attended the Brick School and Petaluma High School.  Lulu graduated from high school in 1878 along with five other students including her future husband, Gilbert Hall.  Two years later on May 29, 1882, Lulu and Gil eloped to Marin County and were married there by a Justice of the Peace.  The next day the Brown parents arranged for them to be married in a Catholic ceremony in their home.  The Hall couple settled in Petaluma and for a few years resided in Santa Rosa while Gil was acting as Sonoma County Auditor and Recorder. From girlhood and throughout her adult years, Mary Louise was active in St. Vincent Church events.  At one time she was photographed driving a horse and buggy down Main Street with a friend while collecting donations for a Catholic fair.  The tintype still exists.

The marriage of the Hall couple lasted almost fifty years.  Gil died on January 24, 1932, and Mary Louise followed on August 25th of the same year.  Five daughters survived the Hall couple, Aletha, Evelyn, Kathleen, Geraldine, and Dorothy; one son died at birth.  Gilbert and Mary Louise lived at 325 Post Street in Petaluma and were buried together in Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

*This biographical note was written by Annie Alexis Ferguson Brown’s descendant, Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini.

Family Affiliation: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42046382/mary-louise-hall Search this archive and the Sonoma County Library photograph archive for additional portraits of the Brown and Hall families.

Bibliography: Petaluma Argus-Courier: August 25, 1932, p. 3 (obituary); August 27, 1932, p. 3. Petaluma Daily Morning Courier: July 29, 1911, p.1; August 28, 1911, p. 5. For additional information and artifacts pertaining to the Brown and Hall families, see the Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini Collection at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum.



THE PHOTOGRAPH:

It is of significant note that this carte de visite was used to create a crayon portrait of the sitter that is also in this archive.

Format / Size: carte de visite

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: The details of this carte de visite’s painted backdrop are not distinguishable due to the photograph’s extensive foxing.

Description, back: On the back of this carte de visite is a 2-cent federal tax stamp upon which is handwritten in black ink the initials of the photographer, “BRJ”, and below these letters is the date June 5. The 2-cent stamp documents that the purchaser paid less than 25 cents for the portrait. Below the stamp is the photographer’s imprint. Handwritten in pencil below the imprint are the numbers 766-53 with a line through them. Below these numbers appears what may be the word “Easel”, and below that is “10013/8”. Printed along the bottom edge is “Negatives preserved from which extra copies can be had at less than regular prices.”

Date: The 2-cent federal tax stamp on the back side of this carte de visite establishes its earliest possible date as June 5, 1864, and the photographer’s departure from Petaluma establishes its latest possible date as 1866.

Condition: This cdv is in very poor condition. It has extensive foxing on the front, and the back is heavily soiled.

Owner: Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, from the collection of Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, 2024-998-02.

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use. 

Hall, Mary Louise Brown (1860-1932)(3 of 6)

Crayon Portrait of Mary Louise Brown






THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Sometime between June 5, 1864 and 1866, Bryan R. Johnson created the original carte de visite upon which this crayon portrait is based, and several years later, an unidentified retoucher applied the watercolor, pastel, and chalk embellishments to this enlarged cropped reproduction. Fortunately, the original carte de visite is in this archive and can be viewed below. Additional information about it can be accessed using the link above.



THE SITTER:

Name: Mary Louise Brown Hall. This portrait was taken when the sitter was a child and known by her birth name, Mary Louise Brown.

Back side of Crayon portrait of Mary Louise Brown Hall

Description: In this portrait, Mary Louise Brown stands confidently gazing directly at the viewer, and, although just a child, her self possession borders on boldness. She places her right hand on the top of a maroon chair, and her left holds a black velvet shawl. She is attired in a checkered print dress with a matching waist belt, drop shoulders, and flounced sleeves trimmed in white lace. At her left shoulder is a curious gold and black ornament attached to the neckline trim of her dress. Serving as a type of feminine epaulette, it falls down her arm along the gathering of her flounced sleeve. Her hair has been center-parted and cut short with wisps surrounding her face. She wears a thin gold chain that falls to just below the neckline of her dress.

Biographical Note: Mary Louise, or Lulu as she was called, was the first of twelve children born to the early Petaluma pioneers, Daniel and Annie Brown.  She was born in Petaluma on March 5, 1860, and attended the Brick School and Petaluma High School.  Lulu graduated from high school in 1878 along with five other students including her future husband, Gilbert Hall.  Two years later on May 29, 1882, Lulu and Gil eloped to Marin County and were married there by a Justice of the Peace.  The next day the Brown parents arranged for them to be married in a Catholic ceremony in their home.  The Hall couple settled in Petaluma and for a few years resided in Santa Rosa while Gil was acting as Sonoma County Auditor and Recorder. From girlhood and throughout her adult years, Mary Louise was active in St. Vincent Church events.  At one time she was photographed driving a horse and buggy down Main Street with a friend while collecting donations for a Catholic fair.  The tintype still exists.

The marriage of the Hall couple lasted almost fifty years.  Gil died on January 24, 1932, and Mary Louise followed on August 25th of the same year.  Five daughters survived the Hall couple, Aletha, Evelyn, Kathleen, Geraldine, and Dorothy; one son died at birth.  Gilbert and Mary Louise lived at 325 Post Street in Petaluma and were buried together in Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

*This biographical note was written by Annie Alexis Ferguson Brown’s descendant, Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini.

Family Affiliation: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42046382/mary-louise-hall Search this archive and the Sonoma County Library photograph archive for additional portraits of the Brown and Hall families.

Bibliography: Petaluma Argus-Courier: August 25, 1932, p. 3 (obituary); August 27, 1932, p. 3. Petaluma Daily Morning Courier: July 29, 1911, p.1; August 28, 1911, p. 5. For additional information and artifacts pertaining to the Brown and Hall families, see the Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini Collection at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum.



THE PHOTOGRAPH: It is of significant note that this crayon portrait is an embellished cropped and enlarged copy of an earlier carte de visite dating between June 5, 1884 and 1886. The original carte de visite is in this archive, and its creator was Bryan R. Johnson. Additionally, this crayon portrait has a companion piece, a matching crayon portrait of Mary Louise Brown Hall’s husband, Gilbert Pine Hall. According to Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, a descendant of Gilbert, the two crayon portraits were commissioned by Mary Louise sometime after her marriage to Gilbert in 1882.

Format / Size:  Crayon portrait, 14” x 17”

Medium: A mixture of water color, pastel, and chalk applied on top of a gelatin photographic print

Description, front: The retoucher has added color and texture to this portrait using chalk, pastels, and watercolor. They have skillfully rendered the velvet texture of the maroon chair and black shawl. They have added a whimsical background with fanciful arabesques and stripped paneling. The addition of color to the child’s blue eyes, the gold necklace, and the shoulder ornament are also notable.

Description, back: Handwritten in large elaborate cursive is “Hall”.

Date: The original carte de visite that was used to reproduce this crayon portrait was created between June 5, 1864 and 1866 by Bryan R. Johnson (illustrated above). Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, a descendant of Gilbert Pine Hall, reported that this crayon portrait and a companion crayon portrait of Gilbert Pine Hall (Mary Louise Brown Hall’s husband, illustrated below) was commissioned by Mary Louise Brown Hall sometime after her marriage to Gilbert in 1882.

Condition: This crayon portrait is in very good condition.

Owner: Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, from the collection of Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, 2024-998-19.

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use. 

Hall, Gilbert Pine (1859-1932)(2 of 7)

Unidentified Photographer’s crayon portrait of Gilbert Pine Hall

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: In either 1861 or 1862, an unidentified photographer created the original tintype upon which this crayon portrait is based, and several years later, an unidentified retoucher applied the watercolor, pastel, and chalk embellishments to this enlarged reproduction. Fortunately, the original tintype is in this archive and can be viewed below. Additional information about it can be accessed using the link above.


THE SITTER:

Name: Gilbert Pine Hall

Description: In this crayon portrait, Gilbert Pine Hall, although a toddler, assumes a calm demeanor. He sits on the top of a studio prop that is covered with an embroidered cloth. With both hands, he holds an adult-sized straw hat. His dark hair has been side-parted and cut to one length just below the top of his ears. He is dressed in a dark jacket which fastens at the top and is trimmed in a plaid fabric. He also wears checkered pants and a white shirt.

Biographical Note: Gilbert Pine Hall was born on April 20, 1859, in Manchester, Missouri, the thirteenth and youngest child of Sarah Gibbons Thomas and Dr. James Henry Hall.  When he was about 11, his family moved to Petaluma, California.  Gil continued his education and graduated in 1878 from Petaluma High School in a class of six students, including Mary Louise Brown, aka Lulu Brown.  Over the next few years, Gil worked in a variety of positions.  In April 1880, he was teaching school in the San Antonio district, and two years later, he and former classmate Lulu were married by the Marin County Justice of the Peace.  The Brown parents soon arranged for Father Cleary of St. Vincent’s parish to repeat the ceremony for the couple, and the Petaluma Courier announced that “Cupid’s darts are flying fast.”

Gil Hall joined the National Guard in 1882, was appointed Postmaster of Petaluma in 1886, and in 1890 was voted in as County Auditor and Recorder.  In 1894, he was admitted to the California Bar and began practicing law in Sonoma County. Gil’s name appeared frequently in Petaluma newspapers throughout his life and many times years after his death.  He was described as eloquent, controversial, golden-tongued, unpredictable, fiery, and many more colorful terms.  Bill Soberanes, a Petaluma Argus-Courier columnist for many years, wrote frequently about Gil Hall’s courtroom tactics.  One story tells about Gil’s defense of a client charged with selling illegal whiskey during prohibition.  The evidence was in a bottle displayed in the courtroom.  Gil picked up the bottle and drank the contents.  “That’s not whiskey!” he exclaimed and won the case.  The evidence was gone.  

Gil and Mary Louise were the parents of five daughters: Aletha, Evelyn, Kathleen, Geraldine, and Dorothy.  An unnamed son died at birth in 1888.  The family lived in Petaluma for all but a few years while Gil was county recorder in Santa Rosa. Their marriage lasted just short of 50 years.  Gil and Mary Louise both died in 1932.   Gil died on January 24 and Mary Louise seven months later on August 25. Their graves are side-by-side in Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Petaluma.

*This biographical note was written by Annie Alexis Ferguson Brown’s descendant, Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini.

Family Affiliation: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42046069/gilbert-pine-hall. Search this archive and the Sonoma County Library photograph archive for additional portraits of Gilbert Pine Hall and his family members.

Bibliography: Petaluma Argus-Courier: August 25, 1932, p. 3 (obit); August 27, 1932, p. 3; Sept 29, 1899, p. 1; November 2, 1927, p. 8; November 8, 1927, p. 7; January 25, 1932, p. 3; March 10, 1932, p. 5. Petaluma Courier: May 29, 1878, p. 3; August 13, 1890, p.4. Petaluma Daily Morning Courier: August 28, 1911, p. 5; December 9, 1896, p. 2; March 8, 1897, p. 2; July 31, 1897, p. 1; November 2, 1897, p.1; July 12, 1911, p.2. Petaluma Weekly Argus: May 31, 1878, p. 3; April 2, 1880, p. 3; July 23, 1889, p. 3; June 2, 1882, p. 3; October 13, 1882, p. 3. Gilbert Pine Hall was referenced numerous times after his death in articles written by Bill Soberanes. The most extensive references include: Petaluma Argus-Courier: May 13, 1966, p.9; April 26, 1967, p. 11; September 14, 1979, p. 11. For additional information and artifacts pertaining to the Hall family, see the Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini Collection at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum.

tintype portrait of gilbert pine hall, photographer unidentified, 1861 or 1862



THE PHOTOGRAPH: It is of significant note that this crayon portrait is an embellished enlarged copy of an earlier tintype dating to either 1861 or 1862. The original tintype is in this archive, and its creator is also unidentified. Additionally, this crayon portrait has a companion piece, a matching crayon portrait of Gilbert Pine Hall’s wife, Mary Louise Brown Hall. According to Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, a descendant of Gilbert, the two crayon portraits were commissioned by Mary Louise sometime after her marriage to Gilbert in 1882.

Format / Size: Crayon portrait, 14” x 17”

Medium: A mixture of water color, pastel, and chalk applied on top of a gelatin photographic print

Description, front: The retoucher has added color and texture to this portrait using chalk, pastels, and watercolor. They have skillfully rendered the highlights of the child’s white shirt and the hat he holds. Color has also been applied to his hair, eyes, and cheeks.

tintype portrait of Gilbert Pine Hall photographed after removal from its case, photographer unidentified, 1861 or 1862 

crayon portrait of mary louise brown hall, retoucher unidentified, created sometime after 1882. original cdv by Bryan R. Johnson, c. 1865.

Description, back: The back side reveals the shadow of a shape that suggests this portrait was formerly displayed in an oval frame. A word that appears to be “Walker” is handwritten in pencil in the center. Also in the center handwritten in pencil and underlined is “14720” and beneath that appears the word “gilt”. In the top left handwritten in pencil is written, “Santa Rosa”. Handwritten in pencil under the piece of tape along the top edge is written “14 X 17”.

Description, supportive backing: On the cardboard utilized to back this portrait is handwritten in cursive in blue ink, “Gilbert Pine Hall”, “1859-1932”, “Papa in his youth —”, “K. M. Hall”

Date: The original tintype that was used to reproduce this crayon portrait was created by an unidentified photographer in either 1861 or 1862. Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, a descendant of Gilbert Pine Hall, reported that this crayon portrait and a companion crayon portrait of Mary Louis Brown Hall (Gilbert’s wife, illustrated below) was commissioned by Mary Louise Brown Hall sometime after her marriage to Gilbert in 1882.

Condition: This crayon portrait is in very good condition.

Owner: Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, donated from the collection of Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, 2024-998-18

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use. 

Hall, Mary Louise Brown (1860-1932)(5 of 6)

Unidentified Photographer, Portrait Photograph of Anna “Annie” Alexis ferguson brown, Mary Louise Brown Hall, Aletha Hall O’brien Baker & Margaret Aletha O’Brien

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: unidentified

THE SITTERS:

Names: Anna “Annie” Alexis Ferguson Brown, Mary Louise Brown Hall, Aletha Hall O’Brien Baker, and Margaret Aletha O’Brien. Aletha Hall O’Brien Baker would have been known as Aletha Hall O’Brien at the time this portrait was taken.

Description: Aletha Hall O’Brien (Baker) (1883-1966) appears in the center of this pyramidal composition directly above her daughter, Margaret Aletha O’Brien (1908-1990). On the left is Anna “Annie” Alexis Ferguson Brown (1841-1920), the child’s maternal great-grandmother. On the right, is Mary Louise Brown Hall (1860-1932), the child’s maternal grandmother.

Biographical Note: Mary Louise, or Lulu as she was called, was the first of twelve children born to the early Petaluma pioneers, Daniel and Annie Brown.  She was born in Petaluma on March 5, 1860, and attended the Brick School and Petaluma High School.  Lulu graduated from high school in 1878 along with five other students including her future husband, Gilbert Hall.  Two years later on May 29, 1882, Lulu and Gil eloped to Marin County and were married there by a Justice of the Peace.  The next day the Brown parents arranged for them to be married in a Catholic ceremony in their home.  The Hall couple settled in Petaluma and for a few years resided in Santa Rosa while Gil was acting as Sonoma County Auditor and Recorder. From girlhood and throughout her adult years, Mary Louise was active in St. Vincent Church events.  At one time she was photographed driving a horse and buggy down Main Street with a friend while collecting donations for a Catholic fair.  The tintype still exists.

The marriage of the Hall couple lasted almost fifty years.  Gil died on January 24, 1932, and Mary Louise followed on August 25th of the same year.  Five daughters survived the Hall couple, Aletha, Evelyn, Kathleen, Geraldine, and Dorothy; one son died at birth.  Gilbert and Mary Louise lived at 325 Post Street in Petaluma and were buried together in Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

*This biographical note was written by Annie Alexis Ferguson Brown’s descendant, Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini.

Family Affiliation: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42046382/mary_louise_hall. Search this archive and the Sonoma County Library photograph archive for additional portraits of the Hall and Brown families.

Bibliography: Petaluma Argus-Courier: August 25, 1932, p. 3 (obit); August 27, 1932, p. 3. Petaluma Daily Morning Courier: July 29, 1911, p.1; August 28, 1911, p. 5. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42046382/mary-louise-hall.



THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size:  5 x 7 3/4

Medium: Gelatin or collodion photographic print

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Description, back: Handwritten in script in pencil is : “Annie Alexis Ferguson Brown (left) 1841-1920”; “Mary Louise Brown Hall" (right) 1860-1932”; Aletha Hall O’Brien Baker (top) 1883-1966; and “Margaret O’Brien McSherry Fassoth Reed (BABY) 1908-1996”.

Date: 1910-1912

Condition: This photograph is in good condition.

Owner: From the collection of Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, digital copy by permission.

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use. 

Haskell, William Barnabus (1842-1914) (4 of 4)

Unidentified photographer’s portrait photograph of William Barnabus Haskell

 

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Unidentified


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Names: William Barnabus Haskell

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Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-19

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use.

Haskell, William Barnabus (1842-1914) (3 of 4)

Unidentified photographer’s portrait photograph of William Barnabus Haskell

 

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Unidentified


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Names: William Barnabus Haskell

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Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-17

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use.

Haskell, William Barnabus (1842-1914) (2 of 4)

Unidentified photographer’s portrait photograph of William Barnabus Haskell

 

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Unidentified


THE SITTERS:

Names: William Barnabus Haskell

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Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-18

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use.

Haskell, Unidentified Boy

Bryan R. Johnson’s Portrait Photograph of unidentified haskell Boy

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

BRYAN R. JOHNSON was born c. 1834 in New York State, and his death date is unidentified. After working as a photographer in several California cities, Johnson moved to Petaluma and beginning in December of 1862 co-partnered with Edward P. Butler at the Ambrotype and Photographic Gallery on Petaluma’s Phoenix Block. In April 1863, Johnson took sole possession of the gallery and renamed it “Johnson’s Premier Pioneer Photographic Gallery”. In 1864, he moved his studio twice within the community finally settling in the Doyle Building on Main Street. Johnson sold his studio to William Henry Lentz in October 1866.(For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)


THE SITTER:

Names: Unidentified Haskell Boy

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Format / Size:  carte de visite, size N/A

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

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Date: April 1863-1864

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Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-16

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use.

Haskell, Emma Webber

S. P Burnham’s portrait Photograph of emma webber haskell

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: S.P. Burnham

Studio Location: Norwich, VT

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Name: Emma Webber Haskell

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Format / Size: carte de visite

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

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Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-15

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use. 

Haskell, Betsy

Ross & Ormsby’s Portrait Photograph of Betsy Haskell

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

ROSS & ORMSBY was a Petaluma photography studio operated by George Colvaine Ross (born February 12, 1832, Edinburgh, Scotland; died 1893, Petaluma, California) and Elon D. Ormsby (died March 6, 1895, Oakland, California). The Ross & Ormsby studio was located, “At Ross’ old gallery, Main Street, two doors above the Wickersham + Co’s bank”. Ross, already an established portrait photographer in Petaluma, renamed his studio, placing his new partner’s name after his own. The Ross & Ormsby studio was first advertised in the Petaluma Weekly Argus on May 20, 1869, and the final advertisement for the studio appeared on June 11, 1870. (For additional information on this photography studio and to view all portraits in this archive with its imprint, click on its name in blue above.)


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Name: Betsy Haskell

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Format / Size:  Carte de visite, approximately 6.25 x 10. 5 cm

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Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-14

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use. 

Haskell, Barnabus (1817-1887) (4 of 4)

unidentified photographer’s Portrait Photograph of barnabus haskell

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Photographer: Unidentified

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Name: Barnabus Haskell

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Format / Size: carte de visite

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Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-13

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Haskell, Barnabus (1817-1887) (3 of 4)

unidentified photographer’s Portrait Photograph of barnabus haskell

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Unidentified

THE SITTER:

Name: Barnabus Haskell

Description:

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: carte de visite

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, Front:

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Date: 1862

Condition:

Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-11

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Haskell, Barnabus (1817-1887) (2 of 4)

Cha’s K. bill’s Portrait Photograph of barnabus haskell

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Charles K. Bill Photographic Establishment

Studio Location: 603 Broadway, New York, NY

THE SITTER:

Name: Barnabus Haskell

Description:

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

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THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: carte de visite

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

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Date:

Condition:

Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-10

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Haskell, Abigail Ainsley Goodwin (1819-1884) (8 of 8)

unidentified photographer’s daguerREOtype of abigail ainsley goodwin haskell

 

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Unidentified


THE SITTERS:

Names: Abigail Ainsley Goodwin Haskell

Description:

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THE PHOTOGRAPH:

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Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-05

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Haskell, Abigail Ainsley Goodwin (1819-1884) (7 of 8)

unidentified photographer’s daguerREOtype of abigail ainsley goodwin haskell

 

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Unidentified


THE SITTERS:

Names: Abigail Ainsley Goodwin Haskell

Description:

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THE PHOTOGRAPH:

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Owner:  The Ann Nisson Digital Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-06

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Haskell, Barnabus (1817-1887) (1 of 4)

Hamilton’s daguerREOtype of abigail ainsley goodwin haskell, William Barnabus Haskell and Barnabus Haskell

 

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Hamilton


THE SITTERS:

Names: Abigail Ainsley Goodwin Haskell, William Barnabus Haskell and Barnabus Haskell

Description:

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Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-01

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Haskell, Abigail Ainsley Goodwin (1819-1884) (6 of 8)

Hamilton’s daguerREOtype of abigail ainsley goodwin haskell, William Barnabus Haskell and Barnabus Haskell

 

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Hamilton


THE SITTERS:

Names: Abigail Ainsley Goodwin Haskell, William Barnabus Haskell and Barnabus Haskell

Description:

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THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size:

Medium: daguerreotype

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Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-01

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Haskell, William Barnabus (1842-1914) (1 of 4)

Hamilton’s daguerREOtype of abigail ainsley goodwin haskell, William Barnabus Haskell and Barnabus Haskell

 

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Hamilton


THE SITTERS:

Names: Abigail Ainsley Goodwin Haskell, William Barnabus Haskell and Barnabus Haskell

Description:

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Owner: The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-01

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Haskell, Abigail Ainsley Goodwin (1819-1884) (3 of 8)

Crayon drawing based on Whipple Studios Portrait Photograph of abigail Ainsley goodwin haskell

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Whipple

Studio Location: 297 Washington Street,

Boston

THE SITTER:

Name: Abigail Ainsley Goodwin Haskell

Description:

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

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Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-08

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Haskell, Abigail Ainsley Goodwin (1819-1884) (5 of 8)

Unidentified Photographer, oil portrait of abigail ainsley goodwin haskell

 

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: unidentified


THE SITTER:

Name: Abigail Ainsley Goodwin Haskell

Description:

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

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THE PHOTOGRAPH:

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Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-07

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Haskell, Abigail Ainsley Goodwin (1819-1884) (4 of 8)

Bryan R. Johnson’s Portrait Photograph of abigail ainsley goodwin haskell

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

BRYAN R. JOHNSON was born c. 1834 in New York State, and his death date is unidentified. After working as a photographer in several California cities, Johnson moved to Petaluma and beginning in December of 1862 co-partnered with Edward P. Butler at the Ambrotype and Photographic Gallery on Petaluma’s Phoenix Block. In April 1863, Johnson took sole possession of the gallery and renamed it “Johnson’s Premier Pioneer Photographic Gallery”. In 1864, he moved his studio twice within the community finally settling in the Doyle Building on Main Street. Johnson sold his studio to William Henry Lentz in October 1866. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)


THE SITTER:

Names: Abigail Ainsley Goodwin Haskell

Description: Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size:  carte de visite, size N/A

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back:

Date: April 1863-1864

Condition:

Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-02

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Haskell, Abigail Ainsley Goodwin (1819-1884) (1 of 8)

Whipple Studios Portrait Photograph of abigail Ainsley goodwin haskell

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Whipple

Studio Location: 297 Washington Street,

Boston

THE SITTER:

Name: Abigail Ainsley Goodwin Haskell

Description:

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, size N/A

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, Front:

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Date:

Condition:

Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-03

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Haskell, Abigail Ainsley Goodwin (1819-1884) (2 of 8)

Whipple Studios Portrait Photograph of abigail Ainsley goodwin haskell

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Whipple

Studio Location: 297 Washington Street,

Boston

THE SITTER:

Name: Abigail Ainsley Goodwin Haskell

Description:

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, size N/A

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, Front:

Description, Back:

Date:

Condition:

Owner:  The Ann Nisson Collection, digital copy by permission. 2019-887-09

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Hickey, Mary Ann (1852-1919)

Richard Reece Percival’s Portrait Photograph of Mary ann Hickey

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

RICHARD REECE PERCIVAL was born in England in 1835 and died in Rhode Island in 1917. He operated the R. Percival Gallery in Petaluma between October 1867 and September 1870 and again between March 1871 and at least May 1871. After departing Petaluma, he continued working as a photographer in San Jose, California. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)


THE SITTER:

Name: Mary Ann Hickey

Description:

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size:  Carte de visite

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back:

Date:

Condition:

Owner:  The Lee Torliatt Family Album, 2017-92-02, digital copy by permission.

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Huffman, Ruth Philena Hubbell(1862-1949) (1 of 6)

Z. P. McMillen’s Portrait Photograph of Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Z.P. McMillen, East Main St., Galesburg, Illinois

THE SITTER:

Name: Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman

Description: Carte de visite of Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman's bust, age 17. Her hair appears to be short or pulled back. She is wearing a light dress with a high white collar and a dark bow.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: carte de visite, approximately 6.25 x 10.5 cm

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back: “1876 Z.P. McMillen. Photographic Artist, 12 & 14 East Main Street, Galesburg, Illinois. Duplicates supplied at any time. Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman, age 17 yrs”

Date: 1876

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1983-32-06

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Hart, Augusta Ayers (1868-1913)

Richard Reece Percival’s Portrait Photograph of Augusta Ayers Hart

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

RICHARD REECE PERCIVAL was born in England in 1835 and died in Rhode Island in 1917. He operated the R. Percival Gallery in Petaluma between October 1867 and September 1870 and again between March 1871 and at least May 1871. After departing Petaluma, he continued working as a photographer in San Jose, California. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)


THE SITTER:

Name: Augusta Ayers Hart. At the time this portrait was taken, the sitter would have been known as Augusta Ayers.

Description: This full-frontal, seated portrait of Augusta Ayers Hart was taken when she was between 2 and 3 years old. She sits atop a drapery-covered prop and appears displeased. She holds a toy in her left hand and scowls directly at the viewer. She is attired in a flounced, off-the-shoulder dress; a white, lace petticoat; white, lace bloomers; white stockings; and Mary-Jane slippers. Off-the-shoulder dresses for young girls were fashionable at this time. In what may have been a statement of modesty, a lace garment under her dress cloaks her shoulders and the top of her arms. Her blond, center-parted hair has been carefully curled and secured with a ribbon.

Biographical Note: According to her September 5, 1908 marriage certificate, Augusta was Head Nurse of the McNutt Hospital in San Francisco. She died at the age of 45 of heart failure. Although residing at the time of her death in Hercules, California, she was buried with her family members in the Cypress Hill Cemetery in Petaluma.

Family Affiliation: In 1868, Amelia Ayers was born in Petaluma to early Petaluma pioneers, William Ayers (1829-1899) and Martha Wade Ayers (1829 or 30 - 1890). Augusta married Louis Eugene Hart in 1880. It appears they had no children. There are numerous additional portraits of the Ayers family members on this website. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/72995362/augusta-hart.

Bibliography: Richmond Daily Independent, June 18, 1913, p. 3.

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size:  Carte de visite

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: Handwritten in script in pencil at the bottom of the card is: “Augusta Ayers”.

Description, back: Richard Percival’s imprint appear in red ink in the center of the card. At the top, handwritten in script in pencil is : “Property of Rosa Ayers”. (Rosalie “Rosa” Ayers Blakely was Augusta’s elder sister.) Along the bottom edge, handwritten in script in black marker is: “Augusta Ayers”.

Date: 1869 to September 1870 or March 1871 to May 1871.

Condition: Both sides of this carte de visite are slightly soiled.

Owner: The Cyndi Logan Collection, digital copy by permission.

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Hall, Lena Ester Vestal (1878-1968) (1 of 2)

John Quincy Reed’s Portrait Photograph of Lena Ester Vestal Hall

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

JOHN QUINCY REED was born in 1841 in Abington, Massachusetts and died in 1902 in Petaluma. He worked as a photographer in Petaluma for over 25 years, moving his studio within the community to several different locations. He arrived into Petaluma from Stockton in 1870 and continued to work as a photographer in Petaluma until at least 1898. Many of his portraits of Petaluma’s citizens are of exceptionally fine quality. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)


THE SITTER:

Name: Lena Ester Vestal (Hall).

Description: Although only eight years old, Lena Ester Vestal stands with exceptional composure and dignity. She assuredly looks out at the viewer, hands calmly clasped in front of her. She wears a dark skirt, matching jacket, and a vest with round white buttons. Her dark, wavy, waist-length hair falls freely behind her, and precisely trimmed bangs fall to just above her eyebrows. She wears an intriguing distinct fringed necklace, the significance of which has not been determined.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation: Lena was the eldest child of early pioneers, Lemuel Hadley Vestal (1841-1932) and Amelia Nancy Ayers Vestal (1852-1930). Among her siblings were Warren Eugene Vestal (1883-1973) and William Thomas Vestal (1885-1947). She graduated, along with her brother, Warren, from the Santa Rosa Business College in 1900. She lived in Sacramento, Petaluma, San Francisco, and Santa Rosa. She married William Clyde Hall of San Francisco in 1917. Lena and William had at least one daughter, Helene Hall Deffenbaugh. Lena is buried in the Santa Rosa Memorial Park.

Bibliography: Petaluma Daily Morning Courier, Nov. 10, 1917, p. 3. Press Democrat (Santa Rosa), Dec. 18, 1968. Sonoma West Times and News, June 20, 1900, p. 3.

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.75 x 16.5 cm

Medium: gelatin or collodion photographic print mounted on cardstock.

Description, front: The photographer’s imprint appears along the bottom edge of the card, and, also along the bottom edge, handwritten in script in pencil is: “Lena Vestal”.

Description, back: Handwritten in script in pencil along the top edge is: “Lena E. Vestal, 8 years old 1885”.

Date: 1885

Condition: This cabinet card is in excellent condition.

Owner: The Cyndi Logan Collection, digital copy by permission.

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Hall, Lena Ester Vestal (1878-1968) (2 of 2)

Petaluma Photo Parlors’ Portrait Photograph of Lena Ester Vestal (Hall)

PHOTOGRAPHER / PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

JOSLIN & COMPANY was established by the photographer Amon James Tuft Joslin. He was born in 1839 in Rockwood, New York, and died in 1913 in San Benito County, California. He established the Petaluma Photo Parlor under the name of Joslin & Company in November 1893, and left the studio, departing for Chico, California in April 1897. (For additional information on Joslin and Company and to view all portraits produced by the studio in the collection, click on its name in blue above.)

THE SITTER:

Name: Lena Ester Vestal (Hall). At the time this portrait was taken, the sitter would have been known as Lena Ester Vestal.

Description: Attired in a fashionable, white, lace, high-collared “Gibson Girl Blouse”, Lena Ester Vestal looks to her left with a tranquil gaze. The only adornment is a metal chain choker with a small round pendant. Her full, wavy hair is pulled to the back of her head and allowed to rest on her right shoulder. Short curls adorn the center of her forehead.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation: Lena was the eldest child of early pioneers, Lemuel Hadley Vestal (1841-1932) and Amelia Nancy Ayers Vestal (1852-1930). Among her siblings were Warren Eugene Vestal (1883-1973) and William Thomas Vestal (1885-1947). She graduated, along with her brother, Warren, from the Santa Rosa Business College in 1900. She lived in Sacramento, Petaluma, San Francisco, and Santa Rosa. She married William Clyde Hall of San Francisco in 1917. Lena and William had at least one daughter, Helene Hall Deffenbaugh. Lena is buried in the Santa Rosa Memorial Park.

Bibliography: Petaluma Daily Morning Courier, Nov. 10, 1917, p. 3. Press Democrat (Santa Rosa), Dec. 18, 1968. Sonoma West Times and News, June 20, 1900, p. 3.

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.75 x 16.5 cm  

Medium: gelatin or collodion photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: The photographer’s imprint appears along the bottom edge of the card and directly above it handwritten in script in pencil is: “Lena Vestal”.

Description, back: Handwritten in script in pencil along the top edge is: “Lena Vestal”.

Date: November 1893 to April 1897

Condition: Both sides of this cabinet card are slightly soiled.

Owner:  The Cyndi Logan Collection, digital copy by permission.

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Hall, Mary Louise Brown (1860-1932) (6 of 6)

Unidentified Photographer, Portrait Photograph of Mary Louise Brown Hall, Gilbert Pine Hall, and Kathleen Marie Hall

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: unidentified

THE SITTERS:

Names: Mary Louise Brown Hall, Gilbert Pine Hall and Kathleen Marie Hall

Description: In this snapshot photograph Gilbert Pine Hall, his wife, Mary Louise Brown Hall, and their daughter, Kathleen Marie Hall, stand in front of the steps leading to the front door to their Petaluma home at 325 Post Street.

Biographical Note: Mary Louise, or Lulu as she was called, was the first of twelve children born to the early Petaluma pioneers, Daniel and Annie Brown.  She was born in Petaluma on March 5, 1860, and attended the Brick School and Petaluma High School.  Lulu graduated from high school in 1878 along with five other students including her future husband, Gilbert Hall.  Two years later on May 29, 1882, Lulu and Gil eloped to Marin County and were married there by a Justice of the Peace.  The next day the Brown parents arranged for them to be married in a Catholic ceremony in their home.  The Hall couple settled in Petaluma and for a few years resided in Santa Rosa while Gil was acting as Sonoma County Auditor and Recorder. From girlhood and throughout her adult years, Mary Louise was active in St. Vincent Church events.  At one time she was photographed driving a horse and buggy down Main Street with a friend while collecting donations for a Catholic fair.  The tintype still exists.

The marriage of the Hall couple lasted almost fifty years.  Gil died on January 24, 1932, and Mary Louise followed on August 25th of the same year.  Five daughters survived the Hall couple, Aletha, Evelyn, Kathleen, Geraldine, and Dorothy; one son died at birth.  Gilbert and Mary Louise lived at 325 Post Street in Petaluma and were buried together in Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

*This biographical note was written by Annie Alexis Ferguson Brown’s descendant, Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini.

Family Affiliation: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42046382/mary_louise_hall. Search this archive and the Sonoma County Library photograph archive for additional portraits of the Hall and Brown families.

Bibliography: Petaluma Argus-Courier: August 25, 1932, p. 3 (obit); August 27, 1932, p. 3. Petaluma Daily Morning Courier: July 29, 1911, p.1; August 28, 1911, p. 5. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42046382/mary-louise-hall.



THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: 

Medium: snapshot photograph on Velox paper

Description, front:

Description, back: Handwritten in pencil at the top of the card is: “Mary Louise Brown Hall (1860-1932)”, “Gilbert Pine Hall (1859-1932)”, “Kathleen Marie Hall (1890-1980)”, and “at 325 Post Street, Petaluma”. Below this, handwritten in blue ink is: “Mama-Papa-Kathleen”, and “(Petaluma home)”.

Date: unidentified

Condition: This photograph’s right corner has been clipped and it is missing a section of its left edge white border. It retains several strips of tape remnant.

Owner: From the collection of Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, digital copy by permission.

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use. 

Hall, Kathleen Marie (1890-1980)

Unidentified Photographer, Portrait Photograph of Mary Louise Brown Hall, Gilbert Pine Hall, and Kathleen Marie Hall

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: unidentified

THE SITTERS:

Names: Mary Louise Brown Hall, Gilbert Pine Hall, and Kathleen Marie Hall

Description: In this snapshot photograph, Gilbert Pine Hall, his wife, Mary Louise Brown Hall, and their daughter, Kathleen Marie Hall, stand in front of the steps leading to the front door to their Petaluma home at 325 Post Street.

Biographical Note: Kathleen Marie Hall was born in Petaluma on October 11, 1890, the fourth child of Gilbert Pine Hall and Mary Louise Brown Hall. Kathleen began elementary school at B Street School, then attended St. Vincent School through eighth grade, and graduated from Petaluma High School.  Throughout all her school years she very actively participated in many school plays and other events: singing, playing the piano and violin, dancing, acting, and riding on floats in parades.  In her twenties Kathleen moved to San Francisco and attended State Normal School and began her career as an elementary school teacher.  She studied and played music throughout her lifetime and once composed sheet music entitled “Treasure Island” which was published and sold at local stores.  In San Francisco she dated a young man for several years until he was killed during World War I.  She remained single and supported herself as a teacher until her retirement.  Kathleen Hall died on August 10, 1980, at the age of 89 and was buried in Petaluma Calvary Cemetery next to her parents.

*This biographical note was written by Kathleen Marie Hall’s descendant, Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini.

Family Affiliation: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42345147/kathleen-marie-hall. Search this archive and the Sonoma County Library photograph archive for additional portraits of the Hall and Brown families.

Bibliography: For additional information and artifacts pertaining to the Hall family, see the Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini Collection at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum.


THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: 

Medium: snapshot photograph on Velox paper

Description, front:

Description, back: Handwritten in pencil at the top of the card is: “Mary Louise Brown Hall (1860-1932)”, “Gilbert Pine Hall (1859-1932)”, “Kathleen Marie Hall (1890-1980)”, and “at 325 Post Street, Petaluma”. Below this, handwritten in blue ink is: “Mama-Papa-Kathleen”, and “(Petaluma home)”.

Date: unidentified

Condition: This photograph’s right corner has been clipped and it is missing a section of its left edge white border. It retains several strips of tape remnant.

Owner: From the collection of Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, digital copy by permission.

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use. 

Hall, Gilbert Pine (1859-1932) (7 of 7)

Unidentified Photographer, Portrait Photograph of Gilbert Pine Hall, Kathleen Marie Hall & Mary Louise Brown Hall

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: unidentified

THE SITTERS:

Names: Mary Louise Brown Hall, Gilbert Pine Hall and Kathleen Marie Hall

Description: In this snapshot photograph Gilbert Pine Hall, his wife, Mary Louise Brown Hall, and their daughter, Kathleen Marie Hall, stand in front of the steps leading to the front door to their Petaluma home at 325 Post Street.

Biographical Note: Gilbert Pine Hall was born on April 20, 1859, in Manchester, Missouri, the thirteenth and youngest child of Sarah Gibbons Thomas and Dr. James Henry Hall.  When he was about 11, his family moved to Petaluma, California.  Gil continued his education and graduated in 1878 from Petaluma High School in a class of six students, including Mary Louise Brown, aka Lulu Brown.  Over the next few years, Gil worked in a variety of positions.  In April 1880, he was teaching school in the San Antonio district, and two years later, he and former classmate Lulu were married by the Marin County Justice of the Peace.  The Brown parents soon arranged for Father Cleary of St. Vincent’s parish to repeat the ceremony for the couple, and the Petaluma Courier announced that “Cupid’s darts are flying fast.”

Gil Hall joined the National Guard in 1882, was appointed Postmaster of Petaluma in 1886, and in 1890 was voted in as County Auditor and Recorder.  In 1894, he was admitted to the California Bar and began practicing law in Sonoma County. Gil’s name appeared frequently in Petaluma newspapers throughout his life and many times years after his death.  He was described as eloquent, controversial, golden-tongued, unpredictable, fiery, and many more colorful terms.  Bill Soberanes, a Petaluma Argus-Courier columnist for many years, wrote frequently about Gil Hall’s courtroom tactics.  One story tells about Gil’s defense of a client charged with selling illegal whiskey during prohibition.  The evidence was in a bottle displayed in the courtroom.  Gil picked up the bottle and drank the contents.  “That’s not whiskey!” he exclaimed and won the case.  The evidence was gone.  

Gil and Mary Louise were the parents of five daughters: Aletha, Evelyn, Kathleen, Geraldine, and Dorothy.  An unnamed son died at birth in 1888.  The family lived in Petaluma for all but a few years while Gil was county recorder in Santa Rosa. Their marriage lasted just short of 50 years.  Gil and Mary Louise both died in 1932.   Gil died on January 24 and Mary Louise seven months later on August 25. Their graves are side-by-side in Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Petaluma.

*This biographical note was written by Annie Alexis Ferguson Brown’s descendant, Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini.

Family Affiliation: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42046069/gilbert-pine-hall. Search this archive and the Sonoma County Library photograph archive for additional portraits of Gilbert Pine Hall and his family.

Bibliography: Petaluma Argus-Courier: August 25, 1932, p. 3 (obit); August 27, 1932, p. 3; Sept 29, 1899, p. 1; November 2, 1927, p. 8; November 8, 1927, p. 7; January 25, 1932, p. 3; March 10, 1932, p. 5. Petaluma Courier: May 29, 1878, p. 3; August 13, 1890, p.4. Petaluma Daily Morning Courier: August 28, 1911, p. 5; December 9, 1896, p. 2; March 8, 1897, p. 2; July 31, 1897, p. 1; November 2, 1897, p.1; July 12, 1911, p.2. Petaluma Weekly Argus: May 31, 1878, p. 3; April 2, 1880, p. 3; July 23, 1889, p. 3; June 2, 1882, p. 3; October 13, 1882, p. 3. Gilbert Pine Hall was referenced numerous times after his death in articles written by Bill Soberanes. The most extensive references include: Petaluma Argus-Courier: May 13, 1966, p.9; April 26, 1967, p. 11; September 14, 1979, p. 11. For additional information and artifacts pertaining to the Hall family, see the Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini Collection at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum.



THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: 

Medium: snapshot photograph on Velox paper

Description, front:

Description, back: Handwritten in pencil at the top of the card is: “Mary Louise Brown Hall (1860-1932)”, “Gilbert Pine Hall (1859-1932)”, “Kathleen Marie Hall (1890-1980)”, and “at 325 Post Street, Petaluma”. Below this, handwritten in blue ink is: “Mama-Papa-Kathleen”, and “(Petaluma home)”.

Date: unidentified

Condition: This photograph’s right corner has been clipped and it is missing a section of its left edge white border. It retains several strips of tape remnant.

Owner: From the collection of Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, digital copy by permission.

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use. 

Hall, Gilbert Pine (1859-1932)(6 of 7)

Sunset Studio’s Portrait Photograph of Gilbert Pine Hall

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

SUNSET STUDIO was established in Petaluma in February 1920 and was in operation until 1942. The studio had three owner/operators who were also photographers: Walter Kersey Waters, Wilfred J. Geoffroy, and Rupert Henry Wheldon. It has not been determined which of the three created this portrait. (For additional information on this studio and its three photographers, click on Sunset Studio in blue above.)

Sunset Studios, 23 Western Avenue, Petaluma, California



THE SITTER:

Name: Gilbert Pine Hall

Description: In this head-and-shoulders portrait, Gilbert Pine Hall looks out at the viewer with a calm and kind gaze. He is attired in a tweed jacket and bowtie. Unfortunately, the objects on and under his lapels have not been identified. Hall’s hair has been cut short and parted just off center.

Biographical Note: Gilbert Pine Hall was born on April 20, 1859, in Manchester, Missouri, the thirteenth and youngest child of Sarah Gibbons Thomas and Dr. James Henry Hall.  When he was about 11, his family moved to Petaluma, California.  Gil continued his education and graduated in 1878 from Petaluma High School in a class of six students, including Mary Louise Brown, aka Lulu Brown.  Over the next few years, Gil worked in a variety of positions.  In April 1880, he was teaching school in the San Antonio district, and two years later, he and former classmate Lulu were married by the Marin County Justice of the Peace.  The Brown parents soon arranged for Father Cleary of St. Vincent’s parish to repeat the ceremony for the couple, and the Petaluma Courier announced that “Cupid’s darts are flying fast.”

Gil Hall joined the National Guard in 1882, was appointed Postmaster of Petaluma in 1886, and in 1890 was voted in as County Auditor and Recorder.  In 1894, he was admitted to the California Bar and began practicing law in Sonoma County. Gil’s name appeared frequently in Petaluma newspapers throughout his life and many times years after his death.  He was described as eloquent, controversial, golden-tongued, unpredictable, fiery, and many more colorful terms.  Bill Soberanes, a Petaluma Argus-Courier columnist for many years, wrote frequently about Gil Hall’s courtroom tactics.  One story tells about Gil’s defense of a client charged with selling illegal whiskey during prohibition.  The evidence was in a bottle displayed in the courtroom.  Gil picked up the bottle and drank the contents.  “That’s not whiskey!” he exclaimed and won the case.  The evidence was gone.  

Gil and Mary Louise were the parents of five daughters: Aletha, Evelyn, Kathleen, Geraldine, and Dorothy.  An unnamed son died at birth in 1888.  The family lived in Petaluma for all but a few years while Gil was county recorder in Santa Rosa. Their marriage lasted just short of 50 years.  Gil and Mary Louise both died in 1932.   Gil died on January 24 and Mary Louise seven months later on August 25. Their graves are side-by-side in Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Petaluma.

*This biographical note was written by Annie Alexis Ferguson Brown’s descendant, Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini.

Family Affiliation: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42046069/gilbert-pine-hall. Search this archive and the Sonoma County Library photograph archive for additional portraits of Gilbert Pine Hall and his family.

Bibliography: Petaluma Argus-Courier: August 25, 1932, p. 3 (obit); August 27, 1932, p. 3; Sept 29, 1899, p. 1; November 2, 1927, p. 8; November 8, 1927, p. 7; January 25, 1932, p. 3; March 10, 1932, p. 5. Petaluma Courier: May 29, 1878, p. 3; August 13, 1890, p.4. Petaluma Daily Morning Courier: August 28, 1911, p. 5; December 9, 1896, p. 2; March 8, 1897, p. 2; July 31, 1897, p. 1; November 2, 1897, p.1; July 12, 1911, p.2. Petaluma Weekly Argus: May 31, 1878, p. 3; April 2, 1880, p. 3; July 23, 1889, p. 3; June 2, 1882, p. 3; October 13, 1882, p. 3. Gilbert Pine Hall was referenced numerous times after his death in articles written by Bill Soberanes. The most extensive references include: Petaluma Argus-Courier: May 13, 1966, p.9; April 26, 1967, p. 11; September 14, 1979, p. 11. For additional information and artifacts pertaining to the Hall family, see the Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini Collection at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum.



THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size:  7 1/2” X 9 1/2”

Medium: gelatin or collodion photographic print

Description, front:

Description, back: Handwritten in pencil on the top edge is: “Gilbert Pine Hall (1859-1932)”.

Date: 1920-1932

Condition: There are numerous dark spots on the front of this portrait and both the top and bottom edges of the back side have remnants of tape.

Owner: From the collection of Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, 2024-998-17

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use. 

Hall, Gilbert Pine (1859-1932) (5 of 7)

Unidentified Photographer, Portrait Photograph of Gilbert Pine Hall

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: unidentified

THE SITTER:

Name: Gilbert Pine Hall

Description: In this head-and-shoulders portrait, Gilbert Pine Hall looks up and to his left with an air of calm certainty. He is formally attired in a dark jacket, white shirt, and white bow tie. His hair is cut short and parted just off center.

Biographical Note: Gilbert Pine Hall was born on April 20, 1859, in Manchester, Missouri, the thirteenth and youngest child of Sarah Gibbons Thomas and Dr. James Henry Hall.  When he was about 11, his family moved to Petaluma, California.  Gil continued his education and graduated in 1878 from Petaluma High School in a class of six students, including Mary Louise Brown, aka Lulu Brown.  Over the next few years, Gil worked in a variety of positions.  In April 1880, he was teaching school in the San Antonio district, and two years later, he and former classmate Lulu were married by the Marin County Justice of the Peace.  The Brown parents soon arranged for Father Cleary of St. Vincent’s parish to repeat the ceremony for the couple, and the Petaluma Courier announced that “Cupid’s darts are flying fast.”

Gil Hall joined the National Guard in 1882, was appointed Postmaster of Petaluma in 1886, and in 1890 was voted in as County Auditor and Recorder.  In 1894, he was admitted to the California Bar and began practicing law in Sonoma County. Gil’s name appeared frequently in Petaluma newspapers throughout his life and many times years after his death.  He was described as eloquent, controversial, golden-tongued, unpredictable, fiery, and many more colorful terms.  Bill Soberanes, a Petaluma Argus-Courier columnist for many years, wrote frequently about Gil Hall’s courtroom tactics.  One story tells about Gil’s defense of a client charged with selling illegal whiskey during prohibition.  The evidence was in a bottle displayed in the courtroom.  Gil picked up the bottle and drank the contents.  “That’s not whiskey!” he exclaimed and won the case.  The evidence was gone.  

Gil and Mary Louise were the parents of five daughters: Aletha, Evelyn, Kathleen, Geraldine, and Dorothy.  An unnamed son died at birth in 1888.  The family lived in Petaluma for all but a few years while Gil was county recorder in Santa Rosa. Their marriage lasted just short of 50 years.  Gil and Mary Louise both died in 1932.   Gil died on January 24 and Mary Louise seven months later on August 25. Their graves are side-by-side in Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Petaluma.

*This biographical note was written by Annie Alexis Ferguson Brown’s descendant, Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini.

Family Affiliation: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42046069/gilbert-pine-hall. Search this archive and the Sonoma County Library photograph archive for additional portraits of Gilbert Pine Hall and his family.

Bibliography: Petaluma Argus-Courier: August 25, 1932, p. 3 (obit); August 27, 1932, p. 3; Sept 29, 1899, p. 1; November 2, 1927, p. 8; November 8, 1927, p. 7; January 25, 1932, p. 3; March 10, 1932, p. 5. Petaluma Courier: May 29, 1878, p. 3; August 13, 1890, p.4. Petaluma Daily Morning Courier: August 28, 1911, p. 5; December 9, 1896, p. 2; March 8, 1897, p. 2; July 31, 1897, p. 1; November 2, 1897, p.1; July 12, 1911, p.2. Petaluma Weekly Argus: May 31, 1878, p. 3; April 2, 1880, p. 3; July 23, 1889, p. 3; June 2, 1882, p. 3; October 13, 1882, p. 3. Gilbert Pine Hall was referenced numerous times after his death in articles written by Bill Soberanes. The most extensive references include: Petaluma Argus-Courier: May 13, 1966, p.9; April 26, 1967, p. 11; September 14, 1979, p. 11. For additional information and artifacts pertaining to the Hall family, see the Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini Collection at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum.



THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size:  5 1/2” x 7 1/2”

Medium: matte collodion photographic print on paperboard

Description, front:

Description, back: This portrait was scanned within its frame. On the back of the frame is handwritten in pencil: “Gilbert Pine Hall”, “Our darling Father”, “May he be at peace and at Rest”, “With Our Heavenly Father”. Below this inscription is the framer’s label.

Date: 1890-1910

Condition:

Owner: From the collection of Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, 2024-998-07

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use. 

Hall, Gilbert Pine (1859-1932) (4 of 7)

John Quincy Reed’s Portrait Photograph of Gilbert Pine Hall

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

JOHN QUINCY REED was born in 1841 in Abington, Massachusetts and died in 1902 in Petaluma. He worked as a photographer in Petaluma for over 25 years, moving his studio within the community to several different locations. He arrived into Petaluma from Stockton in 1870 and continued to work as a photographer in Petaluma until at least 1898. Many of his portraits of Petaluma’s citizens are of exceptionally fine quality. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)

THE SITTER:

Name: Gilbert Pine Hall

Description: Gilbert Pine Hall sits in a studio chair and leans casually to his right while resting his elbow on what appears to be a sheepskin rug. While resting his left hand in his lap, he gazes up to his right. He is dressed in a double breasted jacket, white shirt, and white bow tie. On his left lapel is a large unidentifiable object. He is clean shaven, and his hair is parted off center, oiled and combed to the back of his head.

Biographical Note: Gilbert Pine Hall was born on April 20, 1859, in Manchester, Missouri, the thirteenth and youngest child of Sarah Gibbons Thomas and Dr. James Henry Hall.  When he was about 11, his family moved to Petaluma, California.  Gil continued his education and graduated in 1878 from Petaluma High School in a class of six students, including Mary Louise Brown, aka Lulu Brown.  Over the next few years, Gil worked in a variety of positions.  In April 1880, he was teaching school in the San Antonio district, and two years later, he and former classmate Lulu were married by the Marin County Justice of the Peace.  The Brown parents soon arranged for Father Cleary of St. Vincent’s parish to repeat the ceremony for the couple, and the Petaluma Courier announced that “Cupid’s darts are flying fast.”

Gil Hall joined the National Guard in 1882, was appointed Postmaster of Petaluma in 1886, and in 1890 was voted in as County Auditor and Recorder.  In 1894, he was admitted to the California Bar and began practicing law in Sonoma County. Gil’s name appeared frequently in Petaluma newspapers throughout his life and many times years after his death.  He was described as eloquent, controversial, golden-tongued, unpredictable, fiery, and many more colorful terms.  Bill Soberanes, a Petaluma Argus-Courier columnist for many years, wrote frequently about Gil Hall’s courtroom tactics.  One story tells about Gil’s defense of a client charged with selling illegal whiskey during prohibition.  The evidence was in a bottle displayed in the courtroom.  Gil picked up the bottle and drank the contents.  “That’s not whiskey!” he exclaimed and won the case.  The evidence was gone.  

 Gil and Mary Louise were the parents of five daughters: Aletha, Evelyn, Kathleen, Geraldine, and Dorothy.  An unnamed son died at birth in 1888.  The family lived in Petaluma for all but a few years while Gil was county recorder in Santa Rosa. Their marriage lasted just short of 50 years.  Gil and Mary Louise both died in 1932.   Gil died on January 24 and Mary Louise seven months later on August 25. Their graves are side-by-side in Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Petaluma.

*This biographical note was written by Annie Alexis Ferguson Brown’s descendant, Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini.

Family Affiliation: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42046069/gilbert-pine-hall. Search this archive and the Sonoma County Library photograph archive for additional portraits of Gilbert Pine Hall and his family.

Bibliography: Petaluma Argus-Courier: August 25, 1932, p. 3 (obit); August 27, 1932, p. 3; Sept 29, 1899, p. 1; November 2, 1927, p. 8; November 8, 1927, p. 7; January 25, 1932, p. 3; March 10, 1932, p. 5. Petaluma Courier: May 29, 1878, p. 3; August 13, 1890, p.4. Petaluma Daily Morning Courier: August 28, 1911, p. 5; December 9, 1896, p. 2; March 8, 1897, p. 2; July 31, 1897, p. 1; November 2, 1897, p.1; July 12, 1911, p.2. Petaluma Weekly Argus: May 31, 1878, p. 3; April 2, 1880, p. 3; July 23, 1889, p. 3; June 2, 1882, p. 3; October 13, 1882, p. 3. Gilbert Pine Hall was referenced numerous times after his death in articles written by Bill Soberanes. The most extensive references include: Petaluma Argus-Courier: May 13, 1966, p.9; April 26, 1967, p. 11; September 14, 1979, p. 11. For additional information and artifacts pertaining to the Hall family, see the Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini Collection at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum.

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.75 x 16.5 cm

Medium: gelatin or collodion photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: In the background of this portrait on the right is a length of dark drapery. On the left is what appears to be a sheepskin rug upon which the sitter rests his right elbow. The photographer’s imprint appears along the bottom edge of the card in blue ink.

Description, back: Handwritten in pencil along the right edge is: “Gilbert Pine Hall - Lawyer”, “(1859-1932)”, and “Mamas father”.

Date: 1890s

Condition: This cabinet card is slightly soiled throughout.

Owner:  From the collection of Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, digital copy by permission.

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use. 

Hall, Gilbert Pine (1859-1932) (3 of 7)

Unidentified Photographer, Portrait Photograph of Gilbert Pine Hall

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: unidentified


THE SITTER:

Name: Gilbert Pine Hall

Description: In this full-length portrait, Gilbert Pine Hall stands in an assured, relaxed pose. He rests his right elbow on a fabric -draped studio prop, places his left hand in his vest, and crosses his right leg over his left resting its weight on his toes. He is attired in a frock coat with matching pants. His hair has been carefully parted off-center, oiled and combed.

Biographical Note: Gilbert Pine Hall was born on April 20, 1859, in Manchester, Missouri, the thirteenth and youngest child of Sarah Gibbons Thomas and Dr. James Henry Hall.  When he was about 11, his family moved to Petaluma, California.  Gil continued his education and graduated in 1878 from Petaluma High School in a class of six students, including Mary Louise Brown, aka Lulu Brown.  Over the next few years, Gil worked in a variety of positions.  In April 1880, he was teaching school in the San Antonio district, and two years later, he and former classmate Lulu were married by the Marin County Justice of the Peace.  The Brown parents soon arranged for Father Cleary of St. Vincent’s parish to repeat the ceremony for the couple, and the Petaluma Courier announced that “Cupid’s darts are flying fast.”

 Gil Hall joined the National Guard in 1882, was appointed Postmaster of Petaluma in 1886, and in 1890 was voted in as County Auditor and Recorder.  In 1894, he was admitted to the California Bar and began practicing law in Sonoma County. Gil’s name appeared frequently in Petaluma newspapers throughout his life and many times years after his death.  He was described as eloquent, controversial, golden-tongued, unpredictable, fiery, and many more colorful terms.  Bill Soberanes, a Petaluma Argus-Courier columnist for many years, wrote frequently about Gil Hall’s courtroom tactics.  One story tells about Gil’s defense of a client charged with selling illegal whiskey during prohibition.  The evidence was in a bottle displayed in the courtroom.  Gil picked up the bottle and drank the contents.  “That’s not whiskey!” he exclaimed and won the case.  The evidence was gone.  

 Gil and Mary Louise were the parents of five daughters: Aletha, Evelyn, Kathleen, Geraldine, and Dorothy.  An unnamed son died at birth in 1888.  The family lived in Petaluma for all but a few years while Gil was county recorder in Santa Rosa. Their marriage lasted just short of 50 years.  Gil and Mary Louise both died in 1932.   Gil died on January 24 and Mary Louise seven months later on August 25. Their graves are side-by-side in Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Petaluma.

*This biographical note was written by Annie Alexis Ferguson Brown’s descendant, Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini.

Family Affiliation: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42046069/gilbert-pine-hall. Search this archive and the Sonoma County Library photograph archive for additional portraits of Gilbert Pine Hall and his family.

Bibliography: Petaluma Argus-Courier: August 25, 1932, p. 3 (obit); August 27, 1932, p. 3; Sept 29, 1899, p. 1; November 2, 1927, p. 8; November 8, 1927, p. 7; January 25, 1932, p. 3; March 10, 1932, p. 5. Petaluma Courier: May 29, 1878, p. 3; August 13, 1890, p.4. Petaluma Daily Morning Courier: August 28, 1911, p. 5; December 9, 1896, p. 2; March 8, 1897, p. 2; July 31, 1897, p. 1; November 2, 1897, p.1; July 12, 1911, p.2. Petaluma Weekly Argus: May 31, 1878, p. 3; April 2, 1880, p. 3; July 23, 1889, p. 3; June 2, 1882, p. 3; October 13, 1882, p. 3. Gilbert Pine Hall was referenced numerous times after his death in articles written by Bill Soberanes. The most extensive references include: Petaluma Argus-Courier: May 13, 1966, p.9; April 26, 1967, p. 11; September 14, 1979, p. 11. For additional information and artifacts pertaining to the Hall family, see the Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini Collection at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum.



THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size:  carte de visite

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: This full-standing portrait is framed within a rectangle with a shallow top arch. The backdrop depicts architectural features typical of a grand, classical interior space.

Description, back: Handwritten in blue ink script is: “Gilbert Pine Hall”, “(1859-1932)”, “Papa in his youth-”, and “K. M. Hall”.

Date: 1875-1880

Condition: This carte de visite is soiled and the bottom of the back side shows water damage.

Owner: From the collection of Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, digital copy by permission.

Reproduction rights: The Petaluma Museum Association makes no assertions as to ownership of any original copyrights to the digitized images here reproduced.  These images are intended for personal or research use only. Any other kind of use, including, but not limited to commercial or scholarly publication in any medium or format, public exhibition, or use online or in a web site, may be subject to additional restrictions including but not limited to the copyrights held by parties other than the Association. USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for determining the existence of such rights and for obtaining any permissions and/or paying associated fees necessary for the proposed use. 

Hall, Gilbert Pine (1859-1932) (1 of 7)

Unidentified Photographer, Portrait Photograph of Gilbert Pine Hall

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: unidentified

THE SITTER:

Name: Gilbert Pine Hall

Description: In this cased portrait, Gilbert Pine Hall, although a toddler, assumes a calm demeanor. He sits on the top of a studio prop that is covered with an embroidered cloth. With both hands, he holds an adult-sized straw hat. His dark hair has been side-parted and cut to one length just below the top of his ears. He is dressed in a dark jacket which fastens at the top and is trimmed in a plaid fabric. He also wears checkered pants and a white shirt.

Biographical Note: Gilbert Pine Hall was born on April 20, 1859, in Manchester, Missouri, the thirteenth and youngest child of Sarah Gibbons Thomas and Dr. James Henry Hall.  When he was about 11, his family moved to Petaluma, California.  Gil continued his education and graduated in 1878 from Petaluma High School in a class of six students, including Mary Louise Brown, aka Lulu Brown.  Over the next few years, Gil worked in a variety of positions.  In April 1880, he was teaching school in the San Antonio district, and two years later, he and former classmate Lulu were married by the Marin County Justice of the Peace.  The Brown parents soon arranged for Father Cleary of St. Vincent’s parish to repeat the ceremony for the couple, and the Petaluma Courier announced that “Cupid’s darts are flying fast.”

Gil Hall joined the National Guard in 1882, was appointed Postmaster of Petaluma in 1886, and in 1890 was voted in as County Auditor and Recorder.  In 1894, he was admitted to the California Bar and began practicing law in Sonoma County. Gil’s name appeared frequently in Petaluma newspapers throughout his life and many times years after his death.  He was described as eloquent, controversial, golden-tongued, unpredictable, fiery, and many more colorful terms.  Bill Soberanes, a Petaluma Argus-Courier columnist for many years, wrote frequently about Gil Hall’s courtroom tactics.  One story tells about Gil’s defense of a client charged with selling illegal whiskey during prohibition.  The evidence was in a bottle displayed in the courtroom.  Gil picked up the bottle and drank the contents.  “That’s not whiskey!” he exclaimed and won the case.  The evidence was gone.  

Gil and Mary Louise were the parents of five daughters: Aletha, Evelyn, Kathleen, Geraldine, and Dorothy.  An unnamed son died at birth in 1888.  The family lived in Petaluma for all but a few years while Gil was county recorder in Santa Rosa. Their marriage lasted just short of 50 years.  Gil and Mary Louise both died in 1932.  Gil died on January 24 and Mary Louise seven months later on August 25. Their graves are side-by-side in Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Petaluma.

*This biographical note was written by Annie Alexis Ferguson Brown’s descendant, Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini.

Family Affiliation: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42046069/gilbert-pine-hall. Search this archive and the Sonoma County Library photograph archive for additional portraits of Gilbert Pine Hall and his family.

Bibliography: Petaluma Argus-Courier: August 25, 1932, p. 3 (obit); August 27, 1932, p. 3; Sept 29, 1899, p. 1; November 2, 1927, p. 8; November 8, 1927, p. 7; January 25, 1932, p. 3; March 10, 1932, p. 5. Petaluma Courier: May 29, 1878, p. 3; August 13, 1890, p.4. Petaluma Daily Morning Courier: August 28, 1911, p. 5; December 9, 1896, p. 2; March 8, 1897, p. 2; July 31, 1897, p. 1; November 2, 1897, p.1; July 12, 1911, p.2. Petaluma Weekly Argus: May 31, 1878, p. 3; April 2, 1880, p. 3; July 23, 1889, p. 3; June 2, 1882, p. 3; October 13, 1882, p. 3. Gilbert Pine Hall was referenced numerous times after his death in articles written by Bill Soberanes. The most extensive references include: Petaluma Argus-Courier: May 13, 1966, p.9; April 26, 1967, p. 11; September 14, 1979, p. 11. For additional information and artifacts pertaining to the Hall family, see the Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini Collection at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum.



THE PHOTOGRAPH:

It is of significant note that this tintype was used to create a crayon portrait of the sitter that is also in this archive.

Format / Size:  cased tintype, 2 3/4” x 3 1/4”

Medium: tintype

Case description: This portrait’s thermoplastic case, which is also called a Union case, is decorated with 34 stars indicating a date between 1861, when Kansas became the 34th state of the union, and 1863 then West Virginia became the 35th. This case has a floral brass mat and a floral/egg motif preserver which is the brass foil frame around the edge of the brass mat.

Date: 1861 or 1862

Condition: It appears that the case, brass mat, motif preserver, and the tintype are all original to each other.

Owner: From the collection of Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, digital copy by permission, 2024-998-01.

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Hall, Mary Louise Brown (1860-1932)(1 of 6)

Unidentified Photographer, Two ambrotype Portraits of Daniel Brown and his daughter Mary Louise or Annie Alexis


THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: unidentified. It is possible one of two Petaluma photographers created these ambrotypes: Giles Pease Kellogg or Edward Payson Butler. Kellogg, the first photographer to work in Petaluma, began offering ambrotypes by May 1856, and Butler, who took over Kellogg’s studio on January 10, 1862, continued to create ambrotypes in Petaluma until April 1863. These dates coincide with the years in which Daniel and Annie Brown were raising their young daughters in Petaluma. Daniel Brown married Annie Alexis Ferguson on May 18, 1858, and their first two children, both girls, were born in Petaluma, Mary Louise on March 5, 1860 and Annie Alexis on August 21, 1861.



THE SITTERS:

Name: Daniel Brown and his daughter Mary Louise Brown (Mary Louise Brown Hall) and/or Annie Alexis Brown

Description: In both ambrotypes, Daniel Brown is portrayed with one of his two toddler daughters. The young father is dressed in his business suit replete with matching vest, pocket watch, neck tie, and straight, high-collared white shirt. He sports a full goatee or chin beard, but no mustache. In the portrait on the left, his daughter has been positioned on a restraining device, the end of which can be seen to the right of her face, and tilted towards her father so that their heads touch. Although this is an endearing pose, she wears a petulant scowl. In the portrait on the right, his daughter sits happily on his lap, his hand supporting her at the waist. In both portraits, the toddler wears white socks, black shoes, and a waisted, drop-shouldered dress which is adorned with wide strips of ribbon at the top of the sleeves.

The two portraits may not have been taken at the same time: there are distinct differences in the details of Daniel’s beard and hair; it appears his bow ties are not the same; and he may not be wearing a vest in the right portrait. If the portraits were taken at different sittings, it is possible that Mary Louise is portrayed in one and Annie Alexis in the other.

Biographical Note: Mary Louise, or Lulu as she was called, was the first of twelve children born to the early Petaluma pioneers, Daniel and Annie Brown.  She was born in Petaluma on March 5, 1860, and attended the Brick School and Petaluma High School.  Lulu graduated from high school in 1878 along with five other students including her future husband, Gilbert Hall.  Two years later on May 29, 1882, Lulu and Gil eloped to Marin County and were married there by a Justice of the Peace.  The next day the Brown parents arranged for them to be married in a Catholic ceremony in their home.  The Hall couple settled in Petaluma and for a few years resided in Santa Rosa while Gil was acting as Sonoma County Auditor and Recorder. From girlhood and throughout her adult years, Mary Louise was active in St. Vincent Church events.  At one time she was photographed driving a horse and buggy down Main Street with a friend while collecting donations for a Catholic fair.  The tintype still exists.

The marriage of the Hall couple lasted almost fifty years.  Gil died on January 24, 1932, and Mary Louise followed on August 25th of the same year.  Five daughters survived the Hall couple, Aletha, Evelyn, Kathleen, Geraldine, and Dorothy; one son died at birth.  Gilbert and Mary Louise lived at 325 Post Street in Petaluma and were buried together in Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

*This biographical note was written by Annie Alexis Ferguson Brown’s descendant, Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini.

Family Affiliation: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42046382/mary-louise-hall Search this archive and the Sonoma County Library photograph archive for additional portraits of the Brown and Hall families.

Bibliography: Petaluma Argus-Courier: August 25, 1932, p. 3 (obituary); August 27, 1932, p. 3. Petaluma Daily Morning Courier: July 29, 1911, p.1; August 28, 1911, p. 5. For additional information and artifacts pertaining to the Brown and Hall families, see the Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini Collection at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum.



THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size:  According to the owner of the original, both images, as measured outside of their frames, are approximately, 2 3/4” by by 2 1/2”.

Medium: Ambrotype

Description, front: The two ambrotypes are contained in a single brown floral design Union case with brass hinges.

Description, back:

Date: between 1861 and 1863

Condition: Both ambrotypes are in good condition. The Union case has a broken/missing piece from the lower left corner of the front half.

Owner: From the collection of Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, digital copy by permission.

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Hall, Mary Louise Brown (1860-1932)(4 of 6)

Harry Fowler ROBERTS’ Portrait Photograph of mary louise brown hall

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

HARRY FOWLER ROBERTS was born in 1869 in Mankato, Minnesota, and died in February 1907 in Colfax, California, at age 38. As early as 1892 he opened a photographic studio on Petaluma’s Main Street across from the American Hotel. The exact date Roberts closed his studio in Petaluma has not been determined; however, it may have been as late as 1895. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)

THE SITTER:

Name: Mary Louise Brown Hall

Description: In this portrait, Mary Louise Brown Hall strikes an elegant standing pose dressed in her Sunday best. Fashionably corseted, she wears a white Basque waistline dress printed with widely spaced sprigs of flowers, and her hem, cuffs, and neckline are embellished with a wide ruffle. She wears a Victorian picture hat with chin strap, a short brim, and a crown containing both dark and light embellishments. She holds the end of a parasol trimmed in dark lace in her right hand.

Biographical Note: Mary Louise, or Lulu as she was called, was the first of twelve children born to the early Petaluma Pioneers, Daniel and Annie Brown.  She was born in Petaluma on March 5, 1860, and attended the Brick School and Petaluma High School.  Lulu graduated from high school in 1878 along with five other students including her future husband, Gilbert Hall.  Two years later on May 29, 1882, Lulu and Gil eloped to Marin County and were married there by a Justice of the Peace.  The next day the Brown parents arranged for them to be married in a Catholic ceremony in their home.  The Hall couple settled in Petaluma and for a few years resided in Santa Rosa while Gil was acting as Sonoma County Auditor and Recorder. From girlhood and throughout her adult years, Mary Louise was active in St. Vincent Church events.  At one time she was photographed driving a horse and buggy down Main Street with a friend while collecting donations for a Catholic fair.  The tintype still exists.

The marriage of the Hall couple lasted almost fifty years.  Gil died on January 24, 1932, and Mary Louise followed on August 25th of the same year.  Five daughters survived the Hall couple, Aletha, Evelyn, Kathleen, Geraldine, and Dorothy; one son died at birth.  Gilbert and Mary Louise lived at 325 Post Street in Petaluma and were buried together in Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

*This biographical note was written by Annie Alexis Ferguson Brown’s descendant, Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini.

Family Affiliation: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42046382/mary-louise-hall. Search this archive and the Sonoma County Library photograph archive for additional portraits of the Brown family.

Bibliography: Petaluma Argus-Courier: August 25, 1932, p. 3 (obit); August 27, 1932, p. 3. Petaluma Daily Morning Courier: July 29, 1911, p.1; August 28, 1911, p. 5.

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.75 x 16.5 cm

Medium: gelatin or collodion photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: The background of this standing portrait is elaborate. On the left is a roughly stuccoed, light-colored wall, and on the right is a backdrop depicting a deep-perspective, grand, architectural interior. On the floor is an oriental carpet and a fur rug.

Description, back: The back side of this cabinet card is blank or contains only an accession number.

Date: 1892-1895

Condition: This cabinet card is in good condition.

Owner:  From the collection of Kathleen O’Brien Balestrini, digital copy by permission.

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Hon, Chung

Unidentified Photographer, Portrait Photograph of hon chung

 

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: unidentified


THE SITTER:

Name: Hon Chung

Description:

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THE PHOTOGRAPH:

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Hansen, Else M.(1882-1982)

Robert Peterson Dammand’s Portrait Photograph of Else M. Hansen

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

ROBERT PETERSON DAMMAND (Dammond) was born on September 6, 1855, in Horsens, Denmark, and died on January 27, 1936, in Glendale, California. He worked as a photographer in Iowa and Southern California before arriving in Petaluma in November 1901. He resided on Petaluma’s D Street and located his photographic studio opposite the American Hotel over the Steiger Building on Main Street. In late July 1905, Dammand departed Petaluma to set up a studio in Richmond, California. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)

THE SITTER:

Name: Else M. Hansen

Description: In this full-length portrait, Else M. Hansen stands holding an unidentified object in her right hand while resting the knuckles of her left hand on a metal side table. She is attired in a full-length white dress cinched at the waist. It has four bands of ribbon at the hem, a row of knee-high ruffles, and elaborate lace cuffs. She wears her hair in the Gibson Girl style, which was fashionable at the turn of the century. With a calm demeanor, she looks expressionless into the distance.

Biographical Note: Else was born in Oalsted, Jylland, Denmark, in 1882 and arrived in Petaluma in 1902 at age twenty. She was a member of Petaluma Dania and the Danish Sisterhood of Petaluma. She lived in Petaluma on Stoney Point Road and in Sebastopol on Robles Road. Else died March 22, 1982, in Sebastopol and was buried with her husband in Petaluma’s Cypress Hill Memorial Park.

Family Affiliation: Else married Carl C. Hansen (1878-1941) in 1910. Together they had four children: Helga Marion Hansen Young, Hertha Hansen Rupp, Fleming Hansen, and Carl Hansen.

Bibliography: Petaluma Argus-Courier, November 8, 1962, p.2. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/127046402/else-m-hansen; https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/127046166/carl-c-hansen.

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size:  cabinet card

Medium: matte collodion print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: This portrait contains a canvas backdrop that depicts a misty garden scene. On the bottom right of the card is the photographer’s embossed imprint. It reads, “R. P. Dammand, Petaluma Photo Parlor, CAL”.

Description, back: At the top of the card is written in cursive in ink, “Tante Else Hansen”, “Tante - Great-Grandpa Little Sister”, and “Taken about 1906”. Along the bottom is written “Anna Christensen”. “Tante” means aunt in Danish, and the name at the bottom edge may identify the writer of the inscription.

Date: This portrait was taken between November 1901 and July 1905.

Condition: The front of this cabinet card is in good condition; however, the back contains four rectangles of tape remnant.

Owner: Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2022-X-11

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Hopes, Edward S. (1834 or 1835 -1909)(2 of 3)

George Ross’ Photograph of edward S. Hopes Seated in a horse-drawn carriage

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

GEORGE COLVAINE ROSS was born February 12, 1832 in Edinburgh, Scotland and died in 1893 at the age of 60 in Petaluma, California. Unlike the other nineteenth century Petaluma photographers, Ross lived and worked in Petaluma for many years. He arrived in Petaluma in 1855, and in 1862 he began his profession as a photographer, moving his studio within the city several times as noted on his various carte de visite and cabinet card imprints. In 1869 he was also part of a short-lived photographic studio partnership with Elon D. Ormsby on Main Street in Petaluma. It was reported that Ross stopped working as a photographer soon after he developed a disability in 1888. Ross was among the most prolific Petaluma portrait photographers, and his work was of exceptionally high quality. Ross was buried in Petaluma’s Cypress Hill Memorial Park. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)


 THE SITTER:

Name: Edward S. Hopes

Description: Cartes de visite taken outdoors are rare, and in this example, Edward Hope is seen seated in a horse-drawn carriage. He holds the reins, looks at the viewer and is dressed in a dark overcoat and hat. The horse and carriage have been posed beside a stream of water, and although the background is faint, the masts of a scow schooner can be seen directly above Hopes’ head. This photograph was probably taken in Petaluma. The building above the horse’s head may be a McNear warehouse which was strategically located on the banks of the Petaluma River where scow schooners could transport its wares.

Biographical Note: Arriving in Petaluma in 1854, Edward Hopes, a native of Canada, was among Petaluma’s earliest pioneers. He initially worked as the manager of the blacksmith shop for the Fritsch & Stafford Carriage and Harness Company. In July 1870, he left Fritsch & Stafford and purchased the wagon and blacksmith shop of Mr. James M. Langley on Kentucky Street. In May 1878, Hopes began construction of his Petaluma residence, which was located at the corner of Howard and Prospect Streets, and it was reported to be among Petaluma’s finest. Hopes was a veteran member of Petaluma Lodge No. 30, I.O.O.F. and was the Noble Grand of the lodge from January to July 1879. In his old age, he retired to the Odd Fellows’ Home in Thermalito, where he died in 1909. He was buried in Petaluma’s Cypress Hill Memorial Park beside his wife, Ellen (Nellie) R. Humphrey Hopes (1839 - 1907 or 1908). His obituary stated, “…for few men were more generally esteemed by all than was this rugged old pioneer who was a living exemplification of the honest, faithful, toiling ‘village blacksmith.’”

Family Affiliation: Edward Hopes was the husband of Ellen (Nellie) R. Humphries (Humphrey) Hopes (1839 - 1907 or 1908) and father to Anna M. Hopes Fritsch (1858-1938). Ellen Hopes was her stepmother.

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THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: carte de visite

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: This carte de visite’s horizontal format and outdoor setting are rare.

Description, back: Handwritten in pencil along the top edge of the card is, “Mr Hope” [sic]. Below this inscription is an early Ross Petaluma imprint. The vertical sides of the card contain remnants of formerly placed strips of tape.

Date: 1860s

Condition: The front of this card is faded, and the back contains remnants of previously placed vertical strips of tape.

Owner:  Private Collection, digital copy by permission. The owner of this carte de visite reported that it was purchased at the same time as the standing portrait of Edward Hopes taken by Bryan R. Johnson in this collection. The owner also reported that they were informed that both cartes de visite came from the same photo album, which contained the inscription, “Top: Two pictures of Mr. Ed Hope [sic], in charge of the blacksmith shop in the Fritsch-Stafford carriage and harness business.”

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Henry, Andrew (1821-1891)

George Ross’ Portrait Photograph of Andrew Henry

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

GEORGE COLVAINE ROSS was born February 12, 1832 in Edinburgh, Scotland and died in 1893 at the age of 60 in Petaluma, California. Unlike the other nineteenth century Petaluma photographers, Ross lived and worked in Petaluma for many years. He arrived in Petaluma in 1855, and in 1862 he began his profession as a photographer, moving his studio within the city several times as noted on his various carte de visite and cabinet card imprints. In 1869 he was also part of a short-lived photographic studio partnership with Elon D. Ormsby on Main Street in Petaluma. It was reported that Ross stopped working as a photographer soon after he developed a disability in 1888. Ross was among the most prolific Petaluma portrait photographers, and his work was of exceptionally high quality. Ross was buried in Petaluma’s Cypress Hill Memorial Park. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)

 THE SITTER:

Name: Andrew Henry

Description:

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THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: carte de visite

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

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Date:

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Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2022-952-01-19a, Schwobeda, Bloom, Taylor, DeMartin Family & Friends Album

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Huffman, Ruth Philena Hubbell (1862-1949)(5 of 6)

E. R. Healy Ground Floor Gallery’s Portrait Photograph of Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

EDWIN RUTHVEN HEALY (1856-1923) and ADA “ADDIE” GOSSAGE HEALY (1860-1923). Edwin and Ada Healy were a married couple, and both were listed in California directories as a photographer. It has been assumed they worked together; however, ascertaining their division of labor is problematic. The “E. R. Healy Gound Floor Gallery” was opened in 1896 at 816 Main Street, Petaluma, California. It was later relocated to 818 Main Street and sold in June, 1905. In 1906 the Healys moved to Berkeley, California. (To view all portraits in this collection taken at the E. R. Healy Ground Floor Gallery and for additional information on Edwin and Ada Healy, click on their names in blue above.)


THE SITTER:

Name: Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman

Description:

Biographical Note:

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THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size:

Medium: matte collodion print with oval mount

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Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1983-32-07

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Huffman, Ruth Philena Hubbell (1862-1949)(6 of 6)

E. R. Healy Ground Floor Gallery’s Portrait Photograph of Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

EDWIN RUTHVEN HEALY (1856-1923) and ADA “ADDIE” GOSSAGE HEALY (1860-1923). Edwin and Ada Healy were a married couple, and both were listed in California directories as a photographer. It has been assumed they worked together; however, ascertaining their division of labor is problematic. The “E. R. Healy Gound Floor Gallery” was opened in 1896 at 816 Main Street, Petaluma, California. It was later relocated to 818 Main Street and sold in June, 1905. In 1906 the Healys moved to Berkeley, California. (To view all portraits in this collection taken at the E. R. Healy Ground Floor Gallery and for additional information on Edwin and Ada Healy, click on their names in blue above.)


THE SITTER:

Name: Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman

Description:

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

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THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size:

Medium: matte collodion print with embossed oval mount

Description, front:

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Date:

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Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1983-32-16

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Hussey, Edward Otis 2004-315-13-p1-p1 (2 of 3)

Joslin & Company’s Portrait Photograph of edward otis, Mary Eliza & Walter Hussey

PHOTOGRAPHER / PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

JOSLIN & COMPANY was established by the photographer Amon James Tuft Joslin. He was born in 1839 in Rockwood, New York, and died in 1913 in San Benito County, California. He established the Petaluma Photo Parlor under the name of Joslin & Company in November 1893, and left the studio, departing for Chico, California in April 1897. (For additional information on Joslin and Company and to view all portraits produced by the studio in the collection, click on its name in blue above.)

THE SITTERS:

Names: Edward Otis, Mary Eliza and Walter Hussey

Description: N/A

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

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THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, 10.5 x 16 cm

Medium: gelatin or collodion photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: The edges of this cabinet card are pinked, and Joslin & Company’s imprint appears along the bottom edge printed in gold ink.

Description, back:

Date: December 1893

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2004-315-13-p1-p1

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Huffman, Ruth Philena Hubbell (2 of 6) 1985-X-32

T. Harrison’s Portrait Photograph of Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman, 1884

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer:  T. Harrison, 119 Main Street, Galesburg, Illinois

THE SITTER(s):

Name(s): Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman

Description: Cabinet card of a young Dr. Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman taken in 1884. Huffman is wearing what appears to be a grey dress buttoned to her neck with a small white collar. Her hair is combed back and parted in the middle.

Biographical Note: add, augment

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography: add, augment 

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.75 x 16.25

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, Obverse: (identify group or individual, gender(s); identify pose, furniture & props; describe composition, background, added color…)

Description, Reverse: “Ruth P. Hubbell Dr. Huffman 1884. T. Harrison Photographer 119 Main Street Galesburg, Ills”

Date: 1884

Condition: (note tears, foxing, fading)

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1985-X-32

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Hussey, Walter Richmond (2 of 3) 2004-315-13-p1-p1

Joslin & Company’s Portrait Photograph of Otis, Mary Eliza & Walter Hussey

PHOTOGRAPHER / PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

JOSLIN & COMPANY was established by the photographer Amon James Tuft Joslin. He was born in 1839 in Rockwood, New York, and died in 1913 in San Benito County, California. He established the Petaluma Photo Parlor under the name of Joslin & Company in November 1893, and left the studio, departing for Chico, California in April 1897. (For additional information on Joslin and Company and to view all portraits produced by the studio in the collection, click on its name in blue above.)

THE SITTERS:

Names: Otis, Mary Eliza and Walter Hussey

Description: N/A

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, 10.5 x 16 cm

Medium: gelatin or collodion photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: The edges of this cabinet card are pinked, and Joslin & Company’s imprint appears along the bottom edge printed in gold ink.

Description, back:

Date: December 1893

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2004-315-13-p1-p1

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Huffman, Ruth Philena Hubbell (3 of 6) 1983-32-11

C.A. Winsor’s Portrait Photograph of Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman, 1885

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer:  C.A. Winsor, 20 Main Street, Galesburg, Illinois

THE SITTER(s):

Name(s): Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman

Description: Cabinet card of a young Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman's bust. Huffman is wearing a printed button up with a jacket over it. Her hair is slightly waved and pulled back.

Biographical Note: add, augment

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography: add, augment

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.75 x 16.25 cm

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, Obverse: (identify group or individual, gender(s); identify pose, furniture & props; describe composition, background, added color…)

Description, Reverse: “Artist & Photographer C.A. Winsor 20 Main Street, Galesburg, Ill.”

Date: 1885

Condition: (note tears, foxing, fading)

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1983-32-11

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Hussey, Mary Eliza McCleave (2 of 3) 2004-315-13-p1-p1

Joslin & Company’s Portrait Photograph of Otis, Mary Eliza & Walter Hussey

PHOTOGRAPHER / PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

JOSLIN & COMPANY was established by the photographer Amon James Tuft Joslin. He was born in 1839 in Rockwood, New York, and died in 1913 in San Benito County, California. He established the Petaluma Photo Parlor under the name of Joslin & Company in November 1893, and left the studio, departing for Chico, California in April 1897. (For additional information on Joslin and Company and to view all portraits produced by the studio in the collection, click on its name in blue above.)

THE SITTERS:

Names: Otis, Mary Eliza and Walter Hussey

Description: N/A

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, 10.5 x 16 cm

Medium: gelatin or collodion photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: The edges of this cabinet card are pinked, and Joslin & Company’s imprint appears along the bottom edge printed in gold ink.

Description, back:

Date: December 1893

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2004-315-13-p1-p1

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Huffman, Joseph 1983-32-13

Unidentified Photographer’s Portrait Photograph of Joseph Huffman

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer:  Unidentified Photographer, Andrews & Willet, 321 Main Street, Buffalo, N.Y.

THE SITTER:

Name: Joseph Huffman

Description: Cabinet Card of an elderly Joseph Huffman's bust. Image appears to be a reproduction from a tin type. Huffman is wearing a three-piece suit with a tie. He has a well-kept beard and combed hair. Possible spouse to Henrietta McClelland Huffman, and possible father-in-law to Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.75 x 16.25 cm

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back:

Date: unknown

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1983-32-13

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Hubbell, Philena Buck(1808-1897)(2 of 2)

Nellie E. TEMPLE’s PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPH OF PHILeNA Buck HUBBELL




THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer:  Nellie E. Temple. In the 1900 census Nellie E. Temple is listed as a 31 year old photographer working in Victoria Illinois. She was born in Illinois in May 1869. The imprint at the bottom of the portrait reads, “Temple Victoria Ills.” Additionally, in the center of the imprint appears the intertwined initials “NET”.

Studio location: Victoria, Illinois




THE SITTER:

Name: Philena Buck Hubbell

Description: This is a striking head-and-shoulders portrait of an exceptionally beautiful, elderly woman. The portrait is fully frontal: Hubbell faces the camera directly with squared shoulders. Her soft, white hair frames her face and appears to be drawn up into a small bun at the crown of her head. Her sleeves are of a dark fabric. Over them she wears a white lace shawl which is fastened below her neck with a bar pin. She also wears a delicate necklace which appears to contain two white pearls.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation: Philena Buck Hubbell was the paternal grandmother of Petaluma doctor, Ruth Philena Hubbell Hoffman (1862-1949); the mother of Ruth’s father, Jonathon Foster Hubbell (1830-1898); and the mother-in-law of Ruth’s mother, Mary Magdalene Maxey Hubbell (1834-1878).

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.75 x 16.25 cm

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: This is an exceptionally striking cabinet card with Nellie E. Temple’s elaborate imprint in green ink along the bottom.

Description, back: On the back of this cabinet card is written “Philena Buck Hubbell”

Date: shortly before 1897

Condition: There are a few, small, dark spots and light foxing on this card, but the quality, focus, and detail of the portrait are exceptionally fine.

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1978-107-02

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Hopes, Edward S.(1834 or 1835 -1909)(3 of 3)

Menzies dickson’s Portrait photograph of Edward S. Hopes

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Menzies Dickson (c.1840-1891)

Studio Location: Honolulu, Hawaii

THE SITTER:

Name: Edward S. Hopes (The back side of this cabinet card identifies the sitter as Edward Hopes; however, this identification is problematic. The man in this portrait does not appear to be the same man portrayed in two other portraits of Edward S. Hopes contained within this archive. E. Hopes 1 of 3, E. Hopes 2 of 3)

Description: This head-and-shoulders portrait depicts a middle-aged gentleman dressed in a matching jacket and vest with a white shirt and crossed bowtie. He wears a wide brimmed hat and sports a Shenandoah bead. A large cigar projects from the right side of his mouth.

Biographical Note: Arriving in Petaluma in 1854, Edward Hopes, a native of Canada, was among Petaluma’s earliest pioneers. He initially worked as the manager of the blacksmith shop for the Fritsch & Stafford Carriage and Harness Company. In July 1870, he left Fritsch & Stafford and purchased the wagon and blacksmith shop of Mr. James M. Langley on Kentucky Street. In May 1878, Hopes began construction of his Petaluma residence, which was located at the corner of Howard and Prospect Streets, and it was reported to be among Petaluma’s finest. Hopes was a veteran member of Petaluma Lodge No. 30, I.O.O.F. and was the Noble Grand of the lodge from January to July 1879. In his old age, he retired to the Odd Fellows’ Home in Thermalito, where he died in 1909. He was buried in Petaluma’s Cypress Hill Memorial Park beside his wife, Ellen (Nellie) R. Humphrey Hopes (1839 - 1907 or 1908). His obituary stated, “…for few men were more generally esteemed by all than was this rugged old pioneer who was a living exemplification of the honest, faithful, toiling ‘village blacksmith.’”

Family Affiliation: Edward Hopes was the husband of Ellen (Nellie) R. Humphries (Humphrey) Hopes (1839 - 1907 or 1908) and father to Anna M. Hopes Fritsch (1858-1938). Ellen Hopes was her stepmother.

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: This is a head-and-shoulders portrait contained within a vertical oval format.

Description, back: Surrounded by numerous flourishes, the photographer’s imprint appears at the center of the card. Handwritten in cursive in pencil at the top center of the card is, “Hopes”. Above and below the photographer’s imprint, handwritten in blue ink is, “Edward Hopes (1834-1909 m Ellen R Humphrey (1839-1907) daughter of: Israel Humphrey (1791-1873) Mary Angeline Briggs (1795-1878) Holly’s 3rd great grandparents Holman’s”.

Date: This portraits dates between 1867 and 1882, the years in which Menzies Dickson operated his photographic studio at 61 Fort Street in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Condition: There is light foxing throughout the front of this portrait.

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum

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Hussey, Mary Eliza McCleave (3 of 3) 2004-315-13-p1-p2

Joslin & Company’s Portrait Photograph of Otis, Mary Eliza & Walter Hussey

PHOTOGRAPHER / PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

JOSLIN & COMPANY was established by the photographer Amon James Tuft Joslin. He was born in 1839 in Rockwood, New York, and died in 1913 in San Benito County, California. He established the Petaluma Photo Parlor under the name of Joslin & Company in November 1893, and left the studio, departing for Chico, California in April 1897. (For additional information on Joslin and Company and to view all portraits produced by the studio in the collection, click on its name in blue above.)

THE SITTERS:

Names: Otis, Mary Eliza and Walter Hussey

Description: N/A

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, 10.5 x 16 cm

Medium: gelatin or collodion photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: This is a horizontal cabinet card. Its edges are pinked, and Joslin & Company’s imprint appears along the left edge printed in gold ink.

Description, back: The back of this cabinet card is either black or it contains only an accession number.

Date: December 1893

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2004-315-13-p1-p2

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Hussey, Walter Richmond (3 of 3) 2004-315-13-p1-p2

Joslin & Company’s Portrait Photograph of Otis, Mary Eliza & Walter Hussey

PHOTOGRAPHER / PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

JOSLIN & COMPANY was established by the photographer Amon James Tuft Joslin. He was born in 1839 in Rockwood, New York, and died in 1913 in San Benito County, California. He established the Petaluma Photo Parlor under the name of Joslin & Company in November 1893, and left the studio, departing for Chico, California in April 1897. (For additional information on Joslin and Company and to view all portraits produced by the studio in the collection, click on its name in blue above.)

THE SITTERS:

Names: Otis, Mary Eliza and Walter Hussey

Description:

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, 10.5 x 16 cm

Medium: gelatin or collodion photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: This is a horizontal cabinet card. Its edges are pinked, and Joslin & Company’s imprint appears along the left edge printed in gold ink.

Description, back: The back of this cabinet card is blank or contains only an accession number.

Date: December 1893

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2004-315-13-p1-p2

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Hussey, Edward Otis 2004-315-13-p1-p2 (3 of 3)

Joslin & Company’s Portrait Photograph of edward Otis, Mary Eliza & Walter Hussey

PHOTOGRAPHER / PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

JOSLIN & COMPANY was established by the photographer Amon James Tuft Joslin. He was born in 1839 in Rockwood, New York, and died in 1913 in San Benito County, California. He established the Petaluma Photo Parlor under the name of Joslin & Company in November 1893, and left the studio, departing for Chico, California in April 1897. (For additional information on Joslin and Company and to view all portraits produced by the studio in the collection, click on its name in blue above.)

THE SITTERS:

Names: Edward Otis, Mary Eliza and Walter Hussey

Description:

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, 10.5 x 16 cm

Medium: gelatin or collodion photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: This is a horizontal cabinet card. Its edges are pinked, and Joslin & Company’s imprint appears along the left edge printed in gold ink.

Description, back: The back of this cabinet card is blank or contains only an accession number.

Date: December 1893

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2004-315-13-p1-p2

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Hewlett, Frederick (1844-1926)

Isaiah West Taber’s Portrait Photograph of Frederick Hewlett

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer:  Isaiah West Taber (1830-1912). Taber opened his first photography studio in 1854 in Syracuse, New York. In 1864 he moved to California and worked at the Bradley and Rulofson studio at 429 Montgomery Street in San Francisco until 1873. By the end of the decade, Taber was creating portraits at his own studio at 8 Montgomery Street in San Francisco. He continued to produce portraits at his new studio location at 121 Post Street between 1893 and 1906. His studio and all its contents were destroyed in the 1906 San Francisco earthquake. Isaiah West Taber: A Photographic Legacy, introduction by Gary F. Kurtz, Windgate Press, Sausalito, California, 2004, Appendix A: Portraits by Taber .

Photographic Studio: Taber Studio, 8 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, California. 


THE SITTER:

Name: Frederick Hewlett

Description: In this formal head-and-shoulders portrait, Frederick Hewlett appears as a very well groomed business man. He is attired in a formal jacket with large lapels, a matching vest, white shirt and large bowtie. He sports a walrus mustache, and his hair has been carefully side-parted, combed and curled.

Biographical Note: Frederick Hewitt was a native of the Isle of Jersey, England. He emigrated to California and resided in Petaluma where he married and began his family with Cleora “Millie” Whitney Hewlett (1854-1930). They moved to San Francisco where he was engaged in the produce and commission business. According to local newspaper accounts, he and Cleora often visited Cleora’s prominent family in Petaluma. Together, Frederick and Cleora retired to a ranch in Napa County.

Family Affiliation: Fred Hewlett was the husband of Cleora “Millie” Melissa Whitney Hewlett (1854-1930). Cleora was the daughter of the early Petaluma pioneers, Senator Albion P. Whitney and Susan Eastman Whitney. Together Frederick and Cleora had four children: Albion Walter Hewlett (1874-1925), Leona May Hewlett (1876-1876), Eugene Elbert Hewlettt (1878-1946) and Frederick Whitney “Freddie” Hewlett (1879-1881).

Bibliography: Petaluma Argus-Courier, Oct. 26, 1926, p.7 (obituary).


THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card

Medium: gelatin or collodion photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: This photograph is mounted onto a dark card that has the photographer’s imprint written in gold type along the bottom edge. The portrait is framed within a vertical oval.

Description, back: Handwritten in pencil in the center on a diagonal is: “Fred Hewlett”. Along the bottom edge is printed in gold type: “Duplicate copies will be supplied at reduced rates; when ordering the same, it is sufficient to state the name in full. This negative will be preserved for two years, or for a longer period if required. We make a specialty of enlargements in crayon, India Ink, oils or water colors”.

Date: The photographer’s imprint on the bottom front edge of this card allows us to assume that this portrait was created between 1879 and 1884.

Condition: The edges of this cabinet card are frayed, and remnants of tape and torn paper appear on the top of the back side.

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1981-835-33

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Harris, Jennie Lodge (also see Lodge) 1992-IDI-07-p12-p19

John Quincy Reed’s Portrait Photograph of Jennie Lodge Harris

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

JOHN QUINCY REED was born in 1841 in Abington, Massachusetts and died in 1902 in Petaluma. He worked as a photographer in Petaluma for over 25 years, moving his studio within the community to several different locations. He arrived into Petaluma from Stockton in 1870 and continued to work as a photographer in Petaluma until at least 1898. Many of his portraits of Petaluma’s citizens are of exceptionally fine quality. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)

Active in Petaluma: 1874-1898

Biographical Note: Reed worked from several different studios during his time in Petaluma.  In 1874 his studio was in the “American Hall, Main Street,” thereafter it was “Over Wells, Fargo & Co’s. Ex. Office, Main St” and finally it was “Brick Block, opposite McGuire’s Drug Store, Main Street.”  According to Palmquist, Reed was charged with arson for setting fire to property in Petaluma at the corner of Cleveland and College Avenues.

Bibliography: Palmquist, pgs. 452-53; Mautz, pg.134.

THE SITTER:

Name: Jennie Lodge Harris

Description: CDV of a woman’s bust in an oval frame. She has sausage curls, is wearing a hat, and has a decorative collar.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, size N/A

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back: “Jennie Lodge”; John Reed’s stamp

Date: circa 1874-1898

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1992-IDI-07-p12-p19

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Haskins, Thomas Ranson Jr. (1880-1905)

E. R. Healy Ground Floor Gallery’s Portrait Photograph of

Edmond “Buzz” Sterling Haskins & Thomas Ranson Haskins Jr.

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

EDWIN RUTHVEN HEALY (1856-1923) and ADA “ADDIE” GOSSAGE HEALY (1860-1923). Edwin and Ada Healy were a married couple, and both were listed in California directories as a photographer. It has been assumed they worked together; however, ascertaining their division of labor is problematic. The “E. R. Healy Gound Floor Gallery” was opened in 1896 at 816 Main Street, Petaluma, California. It was later relocated to 818 Main Street and sold in June, 1905. In 1906 the Healys moved to Berkeley, California. (To view all portraits in this collection taken at the E. R. Healy Ground Floor Gallery and for additional information on Edwin and Ada Healy, click on their names in blue above.)

THE SITTERS:

Names: Elmond “Buzz” Sterling Haskins & Thomas Ranson Haskins Jr.

Description: This double portrait depicts the brothers, Elmond and Thomas Haskins. As implied by the inscription and arrow on the front of the card, Elmond sits on the left in the corner chair, leaving us to assume Thomas is on the right in the wicker chair. However, Elmond was the older of the two brothers; he may be the boy on the viewer’s right and Thomas on the left. Posed in a casual, jaunty manner, the brothers are dressed similarly in formal attire most probably for a special occasion. Their three-piece suits are adorned with pocket watch chains and lapel pins.

Biographical Note: In 1902 it was reported that Thomas Ranson Haskins Jr. was working at the Sunset Telephone & Telegraph Company. He died at the age of 25 and was reported to have suffered for many years prior.

Family Affiliation: Thomas Ranson Haskins was the son of Petaluma pioneers, Thomas J. Haskins (1842-1908) and Elizabeth E. Sterling Haskins (1852-1936). See the portrait of his sister, Edna Eleanor Haskins in this collection. According to an article written by Ed Mannion published in the Petaluma Argus-Courier, December 9, 1961, page 8, Thomas Haskins’ maternal grandfather was Charles B. Sterling, a crew member of the Treble, one of the earliest ships to venture to California.

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 11.5 x 17 cm

Medium: gelatin or collodion photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: Handwritten in script in blue ink along the front left edge of this cabinet card is, “Uncle Elmond”. Above this inscription is an arrow identifying Elmond as the brother on the viewer’s left. Studio props include an elaborate backdrop, a wicker chair, a corner chair, and a carpet with a large floral design.

Description, back: Handwritten in script in blue ink on the side edge of the back of this cabinet card is, “Elmond Sterling Haskins”.

Date: 1896 or soon thereafter

Condition: There is a large stain on the top left of this cabinet card.

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1986-IDI-04

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Hussey, Joel 2004-315-1-p32-p41

George Ross’ Portrait Photograph of Joel Hussey

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

GEORGE COLVAINE ROSS was born February 12, 1832 in Edinburgh, Scotland and died in 1893 at the age of 60 in Petaluma, California. Unlike the other nineteenth century Petaluma photographers, Ross lived and worked in Petaluma for many years. He arrived in Petaluma in 1855, and in 1862 he began his profession as a photographer, moving his studio within the city several times as noted on his various carte de visite and cabinet card imprints. In 1869 he was also part of a short-lived photographic studio partnership with Elon D. Ormsby on Main Street in Petaluma. It was reported that Ross stopped working as a photographer soon after he developed a disability in 1888. Ross was among the most prolific Petaluma portrait photographers, and his work was of exceptionally high quality. Ross was buried in Petaluma’s Cypress Hill Memorial Park. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)

 THE SITTER:

Name: Joel Hussey

Description: CDV of elderly man with a beard wearing a suit.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: carte de visite

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back: “Joel Hussey Born July 21st 1801”; George Ross’ stamp

Date:

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2004-315-1-p32-p41, McCleave Family album

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Hussey, Mary Eliza McCleave (1 of 3) 2004-315-13-p2-p4

J. G. Hucks, Portrait Photograph of Mary Eliza Hussey, Date N/A

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer:  J. G. Hucks

Studio Location: New York Gallery, 25 Third St., San Francisco, CA

THE SITTER(s):

Name: Mary Eliza McCleave Hussey

Description: add, augment

Biographical Note: add, augment

Family Affiliation: Wife of Walter Hussey

Bibliography: add, augment

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.5 x 16 cm

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, Obverse: (identify group or individual, gender(s);

identify pose, furniture & props; describe composition, background, added

color…)

Description, Reverse: “Mary Eliza Hussey my granddaughter of California, married to Walter R. Hussey of Nantucket. The parents of the child on the card”

Date: N/A

Condition: (note tears, foxing, fading)

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2004-315-13-p2-p4, McCleave Family album

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Howell, Mrs. Thor 1978-666-41

Unidentified Photographer, Portrait Photograph of Mrs. Thor Howell, Date N/A

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: unidentified

THE SITTER(s):

Name(s): Mrs. Thor Howell

Description: Cabinet card of Mrs. Thor Howell's bust. Her hair is pulled back and she is wearing a light blouse with a decorative dark collar.

Biographical Note: add, augment

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography: add, augment 

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.5 x 16.5 cm

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, Obverse: (identify group or individual, gender(s); identify pose, furniture & props; describe composition, background, added color…)

Description, Reverse: N/A

Date: N/A

Condition: (note tears, foxing, fading)

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1978-666-41

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Hubbell, Mary Magdelene Maxey (1834-1878)

Unidentified Photographer, Portrait Photograph of Mary Magdalene Maxey Hubbell

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer:  unidentified 


THE SITTER:

Name: Mary Magdalene Maxey Hubbell

Description: In this head-and-shoulder cabinet card portrait, Mary Magdalene Maxey Hubbell is dressed in a dark blouse with a down-turned collar which had notches at the shoulder blades. At the center of her collar is a wide ribbon pinned in the center with a round brooch. Around her neck is a white, pleated ruff. Her dark hair is center-parted and combed to the back of her head. She wears a braid crown which is topped with a perforated hair ornament.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation: Mary Magdalene Maxey Hubbell was the mother of Petaluma doctor, Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman (1862-1949), the wife of Jonathan Foster Hubbell (1830-1898), and the daughter-in-law to Philena Buck Hubbell (1808-1897).

Bibliography:


THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10 x 15.75 cm

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on card stock

Description, font:

Description, back: Handwritten along the top edge in blue ink is, “Mary Magdalene Maxey Hubbell” and “Born 1834”. Below this is, “1874 or 1875”. Along the bottom edge is handwritten in cursive in pencil, “Property of Dollie (?) Hubbell”.

Date: 1874 or 1875 per the inscription on the back side of the portrait.

Condition: Both sides of this card are heavily soiled and stained, and four edges have been trimmed.

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1983-32-3

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Hopes, Edward S. (1834 or 1835 -1909)(1 of 3)

Bryan R. Johnson’s portrait photograph of Edward Hopes

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

BRYAN R. JOHNSON was born c. 1834 in New York State, and his death date is unidentified. After working as a photographer in several California cities, Johnson moved to Petaluma and beginning in December of 1862 co-partnered with Edward P. Butler at the Ambrotype and Photographic Gallery on Petaluma’s Phoenix Block. In April 1863, Johnson took sole possession of the gallery and renamed it “Johnson’s Premier Pioneer Photographic Gallery”. In 1864, he moved his studio twice within the community finally settling in the Doyle Building on Main Street. Johnson sold his studio to William Henry Lentz in October 1866. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)

THE SITTER:

Name: Edward S. Hopes

Description: In this portrait, Edward Hopes appears as an elegantly attired young gentleman. Below his fashionable, double-breasted trench coat, he wears an embossed velvet vest and high-collared white shirt upon which his dark bow tie lies askew. He assumes a confident, casual poise with one arm behind his back, the other resting on the studio chair, and his left leg crossed in front of his right. His swept- back, wavy hair is parted on his left, and his beard and mustache are carefully groomed.

Biographical Note: Arriving in Petaluma in 1854, Edward Hopes, a native of Canada, was among Petaluma’s earliest pioneers. He initially worked as the manager of the blacksmith shop for the Fritsch & Stafford Carriage and Harness Company. In July 1870, he left Fritsch & Stafford and purchased the wagon and blacksmith shop of Mr. James M. Langley on Kentucky Street. In May 1878, Hopes began construction of his Petaluma residence, which was located at the corner of Howard and Prospect Streets, and it was reported to be among Petaluma’s finest. Hopes was a veteran member of Petaluma Lodge No. 30, I.O.O.F. and was the Noble Grand of the lodge from January to July 1879. In his old age, he retired to the Odd Fellows’ Home in Thermalito, where he died in 1909. He was buried in Petaluma’s Cypress Hill Memorial Park beside his wife, Ellen (Nellie) R. Humphrey Hopes (1839 - 1907 or 1908). His obituary stated, “…for few men were more generally esteemed by all than was this rugged old pioneer who was a living exemplification of the honest, faithful, toiling ‘village blacksmith.’”

Family Affiliation: Edward Hopes was the husband of Ellen (Nellie) R. Humphries (Humphrey) Hopes (1839 - 1907 or 1908) and father to Anna M. Hopes Fritsch (1858-1938). Ellen Hopes was her stepmother.

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: carte de visite

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: The studio setting of this carte de visite is elaborate. It includes a backdrop depicting a lush river scene utilized by Johnson in other portraits; bold, checker-board flooring; a drape with two large tassels; and an elaborately carved, high-backed, upholstered leather chair.

Description, back: Surrounded by undulating lines, in the center of the back of the card is Johnson’s imprint: “From B. R. Johnson’s Photograph Gallery, Doyle’s Fire Proof Building, Main Street, Petaluma.”. Above this imprint is handwritten in pencil: “Mr. Hope [sic] Blacksmith with Fritsch & Stafford”. Below this imprint is written, “Came from Canada”.

Date: 1864-1866

Condition: The top portion of the front of the card is soiled, and the back retains the remnants of tape along the top and bottom edges.

Owner: Private Collection, digital copy by permission. The owner of this carte de visite reported that it was purchased at the same time as the photograph of Edward Hopes taken by George Ross in this collection. The owner also reported that they were informed that both cartes de visite came from the same photo album, which contained the inscription, “Top: Two pictures of Mr. Ed Hope [sic], in charge of the blacksmith shop in the Fritsch-Stafford carriage and harness business.”

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Hussey, Walter Richmond (1 of 3) 2004-315-03-p16-p16

Wing’s Portrait Photograph of Walter Richmond Hussey, June 8, 1876

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Wing’s

Studio Location: 425 Washington Street, Boston, MA

THE SITTER:

Name: Walter Richmond Hussey

Description: CDV of a young man's bust. He is wearing a suit with a bow tie and has combed hair.

Biographical Note: add, augment

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography: add, augment

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: carte de visite, size N/A

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, Obverse: (identify group or individual, gender(s); identify pose, furniture & props; describe composition, background, added color…)

Description, Reverse: Wing’s stamp

Date: June 8, 1876

Condition: (note tears, foxing, fading)

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2004-315-03-p16-p16

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Hardin, Henry 2016-X-03-p4-p4

Vaughan’s Photograph Gallery, Portrait Photograph of Allen, Henry & George Hardin and Agnes Robinson

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Vaughan

Studio Location: 18 Third Street, San Francisco, Cal

THE SITTERS:

Names: Allen, Henry & George Hardin and Agnes Robinson

Description: Cabinet card of four people, the man sitting and the children standing around him.  The boys and man are wearing suits, characteristic of the 1880's and the girl's outfit is not visible. She appears to be wearing a lacy bib and a bowler hat.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, size N/A

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back: Vaughan’s stamp

Date: undated

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2016-X-03-p4-p4

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Hardin, George 2016-X-03-p4-p4

Vaughan’s Photograph Gallery, Portrait Photograph of Allen, Henry & George Hardin and Agnes Robinson

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Vaughan

Studio Location: 18 Third Street, San Francisco, Cal

THE SITTERS:

Names: Allen, Henry & George Hardin and Agnes Robinson

Description: Cabinet card of four people, the man sitting and the children standing around him.  The boys and man are wearing suits, characteristic of the 1880's and the girl's outfit is not visible. She appears to be wearing a lacy bib and a bowler hat.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, size N/A

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back: Vaughan’s stamp

Date: undated

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2016-X-03-p4-p4

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Huffman, Ruth Philena Hubbell (4 of 4) 1983-32-15

Theodore C. Marceau’s Portrait Photograph of Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO:

Photographer:  Theodore C. Marceau (1859-1922)

Photography Studio: 826 Market Street, San Francisco, California

Biographical Note: Throughout the 1880s, Theodore C. Marceau (1859-1922) established a chain of photographic studios in major cities of the United States, including Manhattan, Boston, and Philadelphia. In 1888, he moved to San Francisco and took over George Morse’s studio in the Phelan Building at 826 Market Street. At the end of the decade, he turned the operation of the studio over to Frederick Bushnell. Marceau also organized the Professional Photographers Society of New York and fought for copyright protection of photographic work.

THE SITTER:

Name: Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman

Description:

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.75 x 16.25 cm

Medium: gelatin or collodion photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back: “Theo S. Marceau, Fotografer, 826 Market St. San Francisco, Cal. Successor to Geo D. Morse, Phelan Building.”

Date: 1888

Condition: Both the front and the back of this cabinet card are soiled. There are brown stains on the front right, and a strip of tape remnants along the top edge of the back.

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1983-32-15

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Hall, James M. (birth & death dates undetermined)

Moore Studio Portrait Photograph of James M. Hall

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographic Studio:  Moore, Nevada City, California

THE SITTER:

Name: James M. Hall

Description: Cabinet card of James M. Hall, age 4 1/2. Hall is sitting on wicker bench holding onto the collar of a dog. Hall is wearing a "Lord Fauntleroy" outfit with pantaloons, tights, ankle boots, and a large bow at his neck. The child looks up at the viewer with a reserved, shy demeanor.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.75 x 16.5 cm

Medium: gelatin or collodion photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: The painted backdrop in this portrait depicts drapery and foliage.

Description, back: Handwritten in cursive along the top edge is: “James M. Hall Age 4 ½ yrs.”

Date: most probably turn-of-the-century  

Condition: This cabinet card is soiled on both sides.

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1985-X-30

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Hale, James M. 1985-X-31

Moore’s Portrait Photograph of James Hale

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer:  Moore, Nevada City, California

THE SITTER:

Name: James Hale

Description: Cabinet card of a toddler James M. Hale. Hale sits on a bench in what appears to be a communion gown holding a book.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.75 x 16.5 cm

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back:

Date:

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1985-X-31

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Hammell, Mrs. 2002-223-01

Easterly & Company’s Portrait Photograph of Mrs. Hammell

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

EASTERLY & CO. was operated in Petaluma by George Bascombe Easterly (1859-1906) between August 1891 and November 1893. (For additional information on Easterly & Co. and to view all portraits produced by the studio in the collection, click its name in blue above.)

Active in Petaluma: 1892-1895

Biographical Note: Easterly opened a studio in Petaluma in 1892 and moved to Lake County 1895.

Bibliography:

THE SITTER:

Name: Mrs. Hammell

Description: Cabinet card elderly Mrs. Hammell's bust. Around her neck is a large scarf tied into a bow.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.5 x 16.25 cm

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back: N/A

Date: circa 1892-1895

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2002-223-01

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Hardin, Allen 2016-X-03-p4-p4

Vaughan’s Photograph Gallery, Portrait Photograph of Allen, Henry & George Hardin and Agnes Robinson

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Vaughan

Studio Location: 18 Third Street, San Francisco, Cal

THE SITTERS:

Names: Allen, Henry & George Hardin and Agnes Robinson

Description: Cabinet card of four people, the man sitting and the children standing around him.  The boys and man are wearing suits, characteristic of the 1880's and the girl's outfit is not visible. She appears to be wearing a lacy bib and a bowler hat.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, size N/A

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back: Vaughan’s stamp

Date: Undated

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2016-X-03-p4-p4

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Hardin, George 2016-X-03-p11-p10

Unidentified Photographer, Portrait Photograph of George Hardin

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: unidentified

THE SITTER:

Names: George Hardin

Description: Cabinet card with gold gilded edges of man standing next to studio prop rock. He is wearing a suit with a bow tie and a handkerchief folded in his jacket pocket. He is also wearing a top hat.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: carte de visite, size N/A

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back: the back of this carte de visite is blank or contains only the accession number

Date: undated 

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2016-X-p11-p10

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Hardin, Taylor 2016-X-03-p18-p17

Doré Gallery, Cobb’s Portrait Photograph of Taylor Hardin

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer:  Cobb’s Doré Gallery

Studio Location: 1144 Market Street, San Francisco, CA

THE SITTER:

Name: Taylor Hardin

Description: Cabinet card of a man's bust.  He is wearing a suit with an upturned collar.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, size N/A

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back: Cobb’s stamp

Date: Undated

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2016-X-03-p18-p17

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Harris, Jennie Lodge (also see Lodge) 1992-IDI-07-p5-p9

George Ross’ Portrait Photograph of Jennie Lodge Harris

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

GEORGE COLVAINE ROSS was born February 12, 1832 in Edinburgh, Scotland and died in 1893 at the age of 60 in Petaluma, California. Unlike the other nineteenth century Petaluma photographers, Ross lived and worked in Petaluma for many years. He arrived in Petaluma in 1855, and in 1862 he began his profession as a photographer, moving his studio within the city several times as noted on his various carte de visite and cabinet card imprints. In 1869 he was also part of a short-lived photographic studio partnership with Elon D. Ormsby on Main Street in Petaluma. It was reported that Ross stopped working as a photographer soon after he developed a disability in 1888. Ross was among the most prolific Petaluma portrait photographers, and his work was of exceptionally high quality. Ross was buried in Petaluma’s Cypress Hill Memorial Park. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)

THE SITTER:

Name: Jennie Lodge Harris

Description: CDV of a woman’s bust in an oval frame. She has sausage curls and a flower in her hair and is wearing a dress with lacy bodice and collar.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size:  carte de visite

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back: “Jennie Lodge Jennie Harris”; George Ross’ stamp

Date: circa 1862-1893

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1992-IDI-07-p5-p9

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Haskill, Geo S. 1992-X-19

John Quincy Reed’s Portrait Photograph of Geo. S. Haskill

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

JOHN QUINCY REED was born in 1841 in Abington, Massachusetts and died in 1902 in Petaluma. He worked as a photographer in Petaluma for over 25 years, moving his studio within the community to several different locations. He arrived into Petaluma from Stockton in 1870 and continued to work as a photographer in Petaluma until at least 1898. Many of his portraits of Petaluma’s citizens are of exceptionally fine quality. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)

THE SITTER:

Name: Geo. S. Haskill

Description: Cabinet card of Geo. S. Haskill's bust in a rectangular frame. Haskill is wearing a suit with a flower pinned to his lapel. Photo taken by J. L. Reed in Petaluma, Ca.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.75 x 16.5 cm

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, Reverse:

Date: April 23rd, 1879

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1992-X-19

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Haskins, Elmond “Buzz” Sterling (1877-1959)

E. R. Healy ground floor Gallery’s Portrait Photograph of

Elmond “Buzz” Sterling Haskins & Thomas Ranson Haskins Jr.

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

EDWIN RUTHVEN HEALY (1856-1923) and ADA “ADDIE” GOSSAGE HEALY (1860-1923). Edwin and Ada Healy were a married couple, and both were listed in California directories as a photographer. It has been assumed they worked together; however, ascertaining their division of labor is problematic. The “E. R. Healy Gound Floor Gallery” was opened in 1896 at 816 Main Street, Petaluma, California. It was later relocated to 818 Main Street and sold in June, 1905. In 1906 the Healys moved to Berkeley, California. (To view all portraits in this collection taken at the E. R. Healy Ground Floor Gallery and for additional information on Edwin and Ada Healy, click on their names in blue above.)


THE SITTERS:

Names: Elmond “Buzz” Sterling Haskins & Thomas Ranson Haskins Jr.

Description: This double portrait depicts the brothers, Elmond and Thomas Haskins. As implied by the inscription and arrow on the front of the card, Elmond sits on the left in the corner chair, leaving us to assume Thomas is on the right in the wicker chair. However, Elmond was the older of the two brothers; he may be the boy on the viewer’s right and Thomas on the left. Posed in a casual, jaunty manner, the brothers are dressed similarly in formal attire most probably for a special occasion. Their three-piece suits are adorned with pocket watch chains and lapel pins.

Biographical Note: Elmond Sterling Haskins lived in Petaluma all his life and was buried at the age of 82 in Petaluma’s Cypress Hill Memorial Park. Towards the end of his life he lived at 1161 Western Avenue. He worked as the first foreman at Petaluma’s Poultry Producers Plant for many years and was a long-time member of Petaluma’s IOOF Lodge 30.

Family Affiliation: Elmond Sterling Haskins was the son of Petaluma pioneers, Thomas J. Haskins (1842-1908) and Elizabeth E. Sterling Haskins (1852-1936). In 1905 he married Petaluman Jennie A. Mego, and in 1919 he married Ella Fredericks (1891-1978). See the portrait of his sister, Edna Eleanor Haskins in this collection. According to an article written by Ed Mannion published in the Petaluma Argus-Courier, December 9, 1961, page 8, Elmond Haskins’ maternal grandfather was Charles B. Sterling, a crew member of the Treble, one of the earliest ships to venture to California.

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 11.5 x 17 cm

Medium: gelatin or collodion photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: Handwritten in script in blue ink along the front left edge of this cabinet card is, “Uncle Elmond”. Above this inscription is an arrow identifying Elmond as the brother on the viewer’s left. Studio props include an elaborate backdrop, a wicker chair, a corner chair, and a carpet with a large floral design.

Description, back: Handwritten in script in blue ink on the side edge of the back of this cabinet card is, “Elmond Sterling Haskins”.

Date: 1896 or soon thereafter

Condition: There is a large stain on the top left of this cabinet card.

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1986-IDI-04

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Haskins, Edna Eleanor (1874-1886)

Lewis Dowe’s Portrait Photograph of Edna Eleanor Haskins

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

LEWIS DOWE was born in 1838 in Hanover, New Hampshire and died in 1919 in Portland, Oregon. He arrived in Petaluma in September of 1875 and set up his photography studio in the rooms formerly occupied by photographer Hugh Anderson. Dowe worked in Petaluma as both a “view” and portrait photographer until he departed the town in March of 1882. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)


THE SITTER:

Name: Edna Eleanor Haskins

Description: This is a cabinet card portrait of Edna Eleanor Haskins as a child of 3 or 4 years of age. Haskins stands on a fringed studio chair and looks directly at the camera. The arm rest of the studio chair has been raised to serve to stabilize her as she stands on the seat cushion. Her hands are placed together on the arm-rest creating an image of a very composed toddler. She is wearing a light-colored, long-sleeved dress with soutache braiding on the bottom of the front panel. A white ruff circles her neck and wrists. She wears front-lace boots, and around her neck is a long chain which ends in a locket.

Biographical Note: Edna Eleanor Haskins was born in Petaluma and buried at the age of 12 in the Cypress Hill Memorial Park Cemetery in Petaluma.

Family Affiliation: Edna Eleanor Haskins was the daughter of Petaluma pioneers, Thomas J. Haskins (1842-1908) and Elizabeth E. Sterling Haskins (1852-1936). See the portrait of her brothers, Elmond Sterling Haskins (1877-1959) and Thomas Ranson Haskins (1880-1905) in this archive. According to an article written by Ed Mannion published in the Petaluma Argus-Courier, December 9, 1961, page 8, Elmond Sterling Haskins’ maternal grandfather was Charles B. Sterling, a crew member of the Treble, one of the earliest ships to venture to California.

Bibliography:  

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.75 x 16 cm

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: This portrait is set within a top-arched format.

Description, back: Handwritten in black ink in cursive at the top of the back of this cabinet card is, “Edna Eleanor Haskins Sister of Uncle Elmond Sterling Haskins”. Beneath this is the photographer’s imprint aligned on a vertical diagonal.

Date: September 1875 - March 1882

Condition: This cabinet card is heavily soiled and stained.

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1986-IDI-02

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Healy, Nelly 1979-425-01-p23-p16

Unidentified Photographer, Portrait Photograph of Nelly Healy, Date N/A

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer:  unidentified

THE SITTER(s):

Name(s): Nelly Healy

Description: Tintype of a woman's bust in an oval frame.  She has short curly bangs, a flower pinned to her chest, and a chain around her neck.

Biographical Note: add, augment

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography: add, augment 

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: tintype, size N/A

Medium: N/A

Description, Obverse: (identify group or individual, gender(s); identify pose, furniture & props; describe composition, background, added color…)

Description, Reverse: N/A

Date: N/A

Condition: (note tears, foxing, fading)

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1979-425-01-p23-p16

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Hubbell, Philena Buck (1808-1897) (1 of 2)

Mariah Andrews Cutler’s Portrait Photograph of Philena Buck Hubbell

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Mariah Andrews Cutler (born c. 1827)

Photographic Studio: Galva Illinois


THE SITTER:

Name: Philena Buck Hubbell

Description: In this carte de visite portrait, Philena Buck Hubbell sits in a fringed arm studio chair and looks directly at the camera. She is attired in a simple, dark, long-sleeved, belted dress which has two front inverted pleats on the skirt and darts beginning at the waist creating a fan of fullness for the blouse. Around her neck is a white, crocheted, scalloped collar pinned at her throat with a round brooch. In her lap, she holds what appears to be a large, white handkerchief or a torn sheet of paper. Her dark hair is center-parted, combed straight down on both sides, looped in front of then beneath her ears and drawn to the back of her head.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation: Philena Buck Hubbell was the paternal grandmother of Petaluma doctor, Ruth Philena Hubbell Hoffman (1862-1949); the mother of Ruth’s father, Jonathon Foster Hubbell (1830-1898); and the mother-in-law of Ruth’s mother, Mary Magdalene Maxey Hubbell (1834-1878).

Bibliography:


THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: carte de visite, approximately 6 x 9.3 cm

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front: The only prop used in this simple, elegant portrait is a fringe armed studio chair.

Description, back: Handwritten in cursive in black ink along the top is, “Grandma Hubbill” and along the bottom is “Prop of”. Unfortunately, the bottom line is not legible. The photographer’s imprint appears in the center back: “Photographed by Mrs. M. A. Cutler, Galva, Illinois. Negatives Preserved.”

Date: This portrait most probably dates from between 1866 when Mrs. M. A. Culter was first listed as a photographer and 1876 when she and her family were known to be living in Union County Iowa.

Condition: The front and back of this card are stained and soiled, and the top and bottom of the card have been trimmed.

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1985-IDI-01

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Hubbell, Jonathon Foster (1830-1898)

Unidentified Photographer, Portrait Photograph of Jonathon Foster Hubbell

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer:  

Photographic Studio: Smith’s Photograph Rooms, 5 Main Street, Galesburg, Illinois



THE SITTER:

Name: Jonathon Foster Hubbell

Description: In this head-and-shoulders cabinet card portrait, Jonathon Foster Hubbell appears as a middle-aged man. He looks off into the distance, imparting a stoic and somber demeanor. He is dressed in a dark, sack jacket and matching vest. His shirt is also dark but is topped with a large, white, curved collar. His hairline is receding, and he sports a salt-and-pepper Shenendoah beard.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation: Jonathon Foster Hubbell was the son of Philena Buck Hubbell; husband of Mary Magdalene Maxey Hubbell; and father to Petaluma doctor, Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman.

Bibliography:



THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.75 x 16 cm

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back: Handwritten in cursive in black ink along the top edge of the card is, “J. F. Hubbell.” Below this, handwritten in green ink is, “Born 1830”. The photography studio’s imprint appears in purple ink in the center. Along the bottom edge handwritten in cursive in black ink is, “Property of Alice Hubbell.”

Date: 1880- 1898

Condition: Both sides of this card are soiled.

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1983-32-05

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Huck, Paul Sr. 1986-IDI-08

J.B. Scholl’s Portrait Photograph of Paul Huck Sr.

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer:  J.B. Scholl, J.B. Scholl Studio, 547 South Hasted St., Chicago, Illinois

THE SITTER:

Name: Paul Huck Sr.

Description: Cabinet card of Paul Huck Sr.'s bust wearing a three piece suit with a white button shirt. His hair is slightly curled and parted.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.75 x 16.5 cm

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back: “Paul Huck Sr. Instantaneous Portraits of Children a successful specialty. Artist Photogorapher J.B. Scholl Studio 547 South Halsted St. Chicago.”

Date:

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1986-IDI-08

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Huffman, Henrietta McClelland 1983-32-14

Unidentified Photographer, Portrait Photograph of Henrietta McClelland Huffman

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer:  Unidentified, Andrews & Willet Studio, 321 Main Street, Buffalo, New York


THE SITTER:

Name: Henrietta McClelland Huffman

Description: Cabinet card of an elderly Henrietta McClelland Huffman's bust. Image appears to be a reproduction from a tin type. Huffman is wearing a black dress with a white lace collar. She has her hair pulled back into a bonnet. Possible spouse to Joseph Huffman, and possible mother-in-law to Ruth Philena Hubbell Huffman.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:


THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, approximately 10.75 x 16.25 cm

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back:

Date: to be determined

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 1983-32-14

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Hussey, Edward Otis 2004-315-1-p9-p9 (1 of 3)

Lafayette F. Sheppard, Portrait Photograph of Edward Otis Hussey


THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

LAFAYETTE F. SHEPPARD was born in 1852 in Ohio and died in 1940 in Inglewood, California. He established his photographic gallery in Petaluma in February of 1886, “in the rooms formerly occupied by Lewis Dowe”. It was located at 59 1/2 Main Street next door to the First National Bank Building. Sheppard continued to work as a photographer in Petaluma at least through June of 1891. (For additional information on this photographer and to view all portraits by him in the collection, click on his name in blue above.)

THE SITTER:

Name: Edward Otis Hussey

Description: Cabinet card of a boy in a “Lord Fauntleroy” outfit holding his hat, and sitting on a studio prop hay bale.

Biographical Note: add, augment

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography: add, augment

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, size N/A

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, Obverse: (identify group or individual, gender(s); identify pose, furniture & props; describe composition, background, added color…)

Description, Reverse: (describe imprint, type text of any handwritten script)

Date: June 5, 1891

Condition: (note tears, foxing, fading)

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2004-315-1-p9-p9

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Hussey, Unidentified Infant

Sewell & Hucks’ Portrait Photograph of Unidentified Hussey Infant

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Sewell & Hucks.

Studio Location: New York Gallery, 25 Third St. San Francisco, Cal.

THE SITTER:

Name: Unidentified Hussey Infant

Description: Cabinet card of an infant sitting in front of a studio prop wall wearing a gown with a large lace collar.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, size N/A

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back: Sewell & Hucks’ stamp

Date: undated

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2004-315-13-p4-p8

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Hussey, Unidentified Infant

J. H. Peters & Co, Portrait Photograph of Unidentified Hussey Infant

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: J.H. Peters & Co.

Studio Location: New York Gallery, 25 Third Street, San Francisco, Cal.

 THE SITTER:

Name: Unidentified Hussey Infant

Description: Cabinet card of infant lying on studio sofa wearing a dress with lacy bib.

Biographical Note:

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography:

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, size N/A

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, front:

Description, back: J.H. Peters & Co. stamp

Date: undated

Condition:

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2004-315-13-p4-p7

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Hussey, Unidentified (Infant) 2004-315-1-p8-p8

Unidentified Photographer, Portrait Photograph of Unidentified Hussey Infant, Date N/A

THE PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO:

Photographer: Unidentified

Studio Location: 

THE SITTER(s):

Name(s): Unidentified Hussey Infant

Description: Cabinet card of an infant on a studio prop fainting sofa wearing a gown with a white lacy bib, cuffs, and hemline

Biographical Note: add, augment

Family Affiliation:

Bibliography: add, augment

THE PHOTOGRAPH:

Format / Size: cabinet card, size N/A

Medium: albumen photographic print mounted on cardstock

Description, Obverse: (identify group or individual, gender(s); identify pose, furniture & props; describe composition, background, added color…)

Description, Reverse: N/A

Date: N/A

Condition: (note tears, foxing, fading)

Owner:  Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, 2004-315-1-p8-p8

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