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Hat Pin, about 1935

This is an Art Deco plastic jewel; it is unclear what material it is made out of.It could be phenol formaldehyde, known generically as Bakelite.(Bakelite is the name given to objects made of phenol formaldehyde by Bakelite Corporation of Britain or the United States and, technically only to those pieces) It could also be celluloid (cellulose nitrate).In any event, it is an early twentieth century plastic.
Wool Dress With Net Collar, Bodice, and Sleeves, about 1940

Deep blue dress. Collar, sleeves, and top of bodice in blue cotton net. Body made of graduated rectangles of dark blue wool, pieced together on blue net; rectangles have blue net star in corners where they meet, formed by cut-out V's in corners of rectangles. Half-slip of blue silk faille. Skirt and slip have been shortened about 1/2 inch.
Coral Silk Evening Dress, about 1935

Sleeveless floor-length dress with matching long-sleeve jacket in coral silk crepe. V-shaped neckline in front and back; floating curved panels over bust; sewn tucks over midriff. Self-fabric button closure in back leaves small, diamond-shaped opening in middle of back. Short half-belt in back. Seams curved over hips with slight fullness below knees. Weighted bottom. China silk half-slip in matching color. Waist-length, double-breasted jacket with suplice closure and 2 self-fabric buttons. No co…
Ford, Henry; Autos; With 25 Millionth Ford. and 1st Model.

Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
Ford, Henry; Groups; With H. G. Wells.

Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
Ford, Henry; Groups; With Sunshine Club Members.

Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
Ford Hospital; Interior View. -Kitchen. -Auditorium. -Cobalt Machine

Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
Hoover, Herbert; In Detroit. At Greenfield Village. With Henry Ford

Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
Hoover, Herbert; In Detroit. At Greenfield Village. With Henry Ford

Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
Ford, Edsel; Family; At Baseball Game. at opening game Navin Field. Mr & Mrs. Edsel Ford. Josephine & Henry II. Mr. & Mrs. Edsel, Josephine & William. 2 negs

Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
Echener, Dr. Hugo . Zeppelin Pilot With K. T. Keller. with Henry Ford, Cre Dirigibler ZR-3 and Capt. Ernest A. Lehman, Hans Fleming, Lt. Hasn Von Schiller . at S. A. E. dinner

Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
Echener, Dr. Hugo . Zeppelin Pilot With K. T. Keller. with Henry Ford, Cre Dirigibler ZR-3 and Capt. Ernest A. Lehman, Hans Fleming, Lt. Hasn Von Schiller . at S. A. E. dinner

Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
Liebold, Ernest G. Secretary to Henry Ford. Died Mar 4, 1956. with Robert E. Wood.

Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University
Brocade Tissue Dinner Dress with Lace Bodice, 1937

Silver brocade tissue dinner dress accented with black lace at the bodice, which was owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.
Pebbled Crepe Day Coat, 1937

Pale green iridescent pebbled crepe day coat with lining of white pebbled crepe. This item was owned by Frances Dodge (November 27, 1914 – January 24, 1971), who was the eldest daughter of John Francis Dodge (co-founder of Dodge Motor Company) and his third wife, Matilda Rausch Dodge (Wilson).
Printed Chinz Shoes, 1937

Printed chinz shoes in pink, lavender, yellow, green and white, which were owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.
Satin )pen Toe Slippers, 1937

Black satin open toed slippers lined in pink satin with a scalloped edge on bridge, which were owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.
Silk Crepe Two-Piece Party Dress with Lace Accents, 1937

Two-piece party dress (dress and slip) of blue-gray silk crepe. A jacket effect is created wtih use of matching machine lace. Dress is belted in the back with softly hanging pendants. This garment was owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.
Silk Crepe Day Dress with Lace Collar and Cuffs, 1937

Lavender silk crepe day dress with collar and cuffs of lace embroidered with red, blue and white flowers. This garment was owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.
Crepe Day Dress with Embroidered Lace Collar, 1937

Printed day dress of rust, red, green, and white colored crepe. The neckline is accentuated with a collar of embroidered silver and lace. A bow o the left side adds accent to the collar. This garment was owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.