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1939 aerial view of the Packard proving grounds
8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of the 1939 Packard proving grounds, aerial view, test tracks and speedway visible. Inscribed on photo back: 1939 aerial view of Packard proving grounds, taken from 10,000 feet.
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Dennis Cooper and T Rex Skeleton at American Museum of Natural History
Hand tinted Lantern slide showing an image of Dennis Cooper and a T. Rex skeleton at the American Museum of Natural History. Circa 1930s.
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King Faruk I of Egypt inspecting his troops in the royal palace convertible, a 1939 Packard convertible sedan
8x10 black and white sepia-toned Packard Co. file photograph of a 1939 Packard three-quarter front right view, top folded, soldiers lining side of road, four uniformed men in car. Inscribed on photo back: 1939 Packard twelve, model 1708 (produced 9/20/1938-8/8/1939), seventeenth series, 12-cylinder, 175-horsepower, 139-inch wheelbase, 5-person convertible sedan (body type # 1253). With the danger of war spreading to the near east this view of King Faruk I of Egypt inspecting his troops assumes u…
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1939 Packard in official reception parade for King George VI & Queen Elizabeth in Washington, D.C.
8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of a 1939 Packard three-quarter right front view, top folded, during a parade, crowds lining street, police officers on motorcycles next to car, another car in background, seven other men walking behind car. Inscribed on photo back: 1939 Packard twelve, model 1708, seventeenth series, 12-cylinder, 175-horsepower, 139-inch wheelbase, 5/6-person special parade car, built for White House fleet. Official reception parade in Washington D.C. for their m…
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1939 Packard super eight in reception parade during King George VI & Queen Elizabeth's visit to Canada, spring 1939
8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of a 1939 Packard left side view, during a parade, crowds lining street, sign on building reads "God Save our King & Queen." Inscribed on photo back: 1939 Packard super eight, model 1705, seventeenth series, 8-cylinder, 130-horsepower, 148-inch wheelbase, 7-person touring sedan/limousine (body type # 1271/0), car #4. Reception parade for King George VI & Queen Elizabeth's state visit to Canada, spring 1939, Montreal. Original photo by Associated S…
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View of Dinosaur Skeletons in an Exhibit
Color Glass slide showing an image of dinosaur skeletons within a glass enclosed exhibits. This photograph was taken at the Museum of National History in New York City.
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View of Dennis Cooper Looking at the Display of a Large Prehistoric Animal
Hand tinted Lantern slide showing an image of Dennis Cooper looking at a large animal depicted on a museum wall. This photograph was taken at the Museum of National History in New York City. Circa 1930s.
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View of Dennis Cooper Looking at the Display of a Large Prehistoric Animal
Color Glass slide showing an image of Dennis Cooper looking at a large animal depicted on a museum wall. This photograph was taken at the Museum of National History in New York City. Circa 1930s.
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View of Dennis Cooper Touching a Tyranosaurus Rex Skeleton
Color Glass slide showing an image of Dennis Glen Cooper touching a Tyranosaurus Rex skeleton at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. Circa 1930s.
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View of Dennis Cooper Looking at a Dinosaur Skeleton
Color Glass slide showing an image of Dennis Glen Cooper looking at a dinosaur skeleton at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. Circa 1930s.
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Herman Miller Arm Chair
This Arm Chair, in the collection of The Henry Ford, is constructed of a seat, backrest and arms that are padded and covered with tan leatherette upholstery. The seat sits on four dark wood legs that have upholstery tacks on the outside edges. Price History: 1939: $ 14. 00; 1942: $ 42. 00 (retail)Herman Miller Trade Name: Arm Chair Product Number: 3965
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Herman Miller Easy Chair
This Lounge Chair, in the collection of the New Jersey Historical Society, consists of a wood frame which supports a padded seat and back. The seat and back are then covered with camel color, polynit upholstery with brass tacks. The legs are painted dark grey wood. Price History: price varies with fabric from $35 to $63. Herman Miller Trade Name: Easy Chair Product Number: 3950
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Wayne State University; Buildings; Classrooms
Circa 1930s. Coed History class at Northern High.
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Green Wool Cloche Hat
Wool cloche hat, dusty pale turquoise in color, featuring three knotted strips of wool on rear of band. Label reads 'Importer Irving, Detroit'. Circa 1910-19369.
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Long Infant Dress
Long cotton infant dress, white in color. Round lace collar and yoke, long sleeves, two button closure at back neckline. Rows of pintuck at the lower hem. Circa 1910-1939.
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Women's Peach Knee Length Slip
Women’s knee length bias cut slip, peach in color. Features spaghetti straps, bias cut, V-neck in front and back, darts on bust, small amount of eyelet embroidery on bodice. Circa 1930-1939.
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Petit-point Handbag
Petit-point handbag with floral motif needlepoint, front and back. Square frame, brass trim, and jewel accents. Metal chain to carry on wrist, mirror and pockets inside bag. Circa 1880-1939.
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Hand-Knit Ribbon Dress
One-piece, short sleeve dress, knitted by hand using ribbon, taupe in color with floral pattern on bodice. Hook and eye closure, elastic waist, flare skirt, and knitted belt. ‘Blum’s - Vogue , Chicago’ on label, 1930-1939.
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Hat, 1930-1939
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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Herman Miller Server
This Table, in the collection of the Dallas Historical Society, consists of a walnut veneer on the two slab sides, a top and bottom crossbar. Herman Miller Trade Name: Server Herman Miller Series: 3979 Dining Room Suite Product Number: 3979