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Series I: Photographs and Negatives, 1920 - 1957, Note from relative upon donation

 Series

Content Description

From the Collection:

The collection consists of primarily of photographs, with some artwork, correspondence, and contracts included. The photos are primarily centered around the 1920’s Washington D.C. vaudeville scene. Included are letters from Allen Dulles, former head of the CIA, one concerning Elanora’s death and service, and another commending Raymond upon his retirement. Another letter concerns a friend of Elanora’s, which describes her experience with the Mange Bros. Circus in Venezuela. There are also a small number of photos and negatives of the couple’s travels in the 1940’s and 50’s to Niagara Falls, and Great Falls, VA.  

Dates

  • 1920 - 1957
  • Event: Note from relative upon donation

Extent

From the Collection: .42 Linear Feet (1 box, 44 folders) : correspondence, silver gelatin prints, chromogenic negatives

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Local History and Special Collections Branch, Alexandria Library Repository

Contact:
717 Queen Street
Alexandria VA 22314 United States
703-746-1791