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Canada; Cities; Three Rivers. Pulp Paper Center.
Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
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New York; Cities; New York; Rockefeller Center (Radio City). - Airphoto.
Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
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Detroit; Buildings; New Center Building. - Airphoto.
Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
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Canada; Cities; Quebec. Post Office, center; Chat. Frontenac
Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
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Detroit; Buildings; New Center Building. - Airphoto.
Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
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New York; Cities; New York; Cornell Medical Center. - Airphoto.
Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
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New York; Cities; New York; Cornell Medical Center. - Airphoto.
Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
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Churches; Baptist; Christian Center Arndt & Jos Campau.
Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
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Canada; Cities; Three Rivers. Pulp Paper Center.
Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
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Canada; Cities; Quebec; The Basilica (in center)
Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
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New York; Cities; New York; Cornell Medical Center. - Airphoto.
Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
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Canada; Cities; Three Rivers. Pulp Paper Center.
Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
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Shoes, 1935-1955
These low heeled, sturdy pumps were used during the summer for more casual day wear and travel. The style indicates that Mrs. Firestone could have used them for nearly two decades. Born in Decatur, Illinois in 1897 Elizabeth Parke married Harvey S. Firestone Jr., son of Firestone Tire and Rubber Company founder Harvey S. Firestone, in 1921.Once described by a friend as, "the most luxurious woman in the history of luxury," Elizabeth Parke Firestone's clothing collection illustrates her impeccable…
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Rosewood Pin, about 1940
An inexpensive piece of jewelry perhaps worn by a young girl or young lady.Scotty dogs became popular whenFranklin Delano Roosevelt was in the White House as his Scotty, Fala, became a great favorite.Likely worn by the donor's daughter, who would have been in her teens in the 1940s.
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Shoes, 1935-1950
Mrs. Firestone likely used these comfortable shoes for casual wear or travel. Born in Decatur, Illinois in 1897 Elizabeth Parke married Harvey S. Firestone Jr., son of Firestone Tire and Rubber Company founder Harvey S. Firestone, in 1921.Once described by a friend as, "the most luxurious woman in the history of luxury," Elizabeth Parke Firestone's clothing collection illustrates her impeccable taste in fashion.
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Packard Detroit facility, 1935
8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of the 1935 Packard Detroit facility, aerial view, water tower in center, several cars parked around building on streets. Inscribed on photo back: Packard Motor Car Co. East Grand Blvd Detroit, Mich. facility, building given over to one-twenty production.
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1935 Packard one-twenties arriving in Dallas, Texas
8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of three 1935 Packards, right side views, parked next to boxcars, men standing around cars. Inscribed on photo back: first one-twenties arriving at unloading docks in Dallas, Texas, each of the three cars in center; 1935 Packard one-twenty, twelfth series, model 120, 8-cylinder, 110-horsepower, 120-inch wheelbase, 5-person sedan (body type # 893), car at extreme left; 1935 Pontiac.
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Packard dealership showroom, Grosse Pointe, Mich., 1935
8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of a Packard dealership showroom, sedan on display in center of room, table and chairs at right. Inscribed on photo back: 1935 Packard one-twenty, twelfth series, model 120, 8-cylinder, 110-horsepower, 120-inch wheelbase, 5-person sedan (body type # 893), setting; Grosse Pointe show room.
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Hat, 1925-1935
Born in Decatur, Illinois in 1897 Elizabeth Parke married Harvey S. Firestone Jr., son of Firestone Tire and Rubber Company founder Harvey S. Firestone, in 1921.Once described by a friend as, "the most luxurious woman in the history of luxury," Elizabeth Parke Firestone's clothing collection illustrates her impeccable taste in fashion.
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Shoes, 1925-1935
Mrs. Firestone likely had these custom made to match a specific outfit, now gone. These likely date to the early 1930s.Born in Decatur, Illinois in 1897 Elizabeth Parke married Harvey S. Firestone Jr., son of Firestone Tire and Rubber Company founder Harvey S. Firestone, in 1921.Once described by a friend as, "the most luxurious woman in the history of luxury," Elizabeth Parke Firestone's clothing collection illustrates her impeccable taste in fashion.