Photos of Dorothy and Edna Daye
Content Description
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
English
Creator
- From the Collection: Zint, Elanora Peake, 1907-1957 (Person)
- From the Collection: Zint, Raymond W. (Raymond William), 1899-1962 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Local History and Special Collections Branch, Alexandria Library Repository