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Ada and Ida Britton Photography Collection

Collection

Identifier: P1027

Scope and Contents The Ada and Ida Britton Photography Collection contains photographs documenting Ada and Ida’s work with the American Committee for Devastated France (known by its French acronym, C. A. R. D.), as well as Britton family homes, trips, and vehicles. Many of the photographs were likely taken by Ada and Ida, who were avid photographers, although there is little indication as to who specifically took individual photographs. The lantern slides may have been used in public presentations given by the...

Dates: ca. 1890-1920

Found in: Missouri Historical Society, Photographs and Prints Department

Joseph G. Broz Album: U. S. Air Force, 1917-1919, World War I

Collection

Identifier: P0161

Scope and Contents The Joseph G. Broz album documents Broz’s experience serving with the 27th Aero Squadron and First Pursuit Group during World War I. The album, assembled by Broz in 1979, includes an extensive first-hand narrative describing the everyday life of a soldier in the unit, illustrated by a variety of photographs. Many of the photographs were taken by Broz himself, although at least two were taken by the squadron’s unofficial photographer, Eugene “Tex” Branshaw. Broz begins the...

Dates: 1917-1919; 1979

Found in: Missouri Historical Society, Photographs and Prints Department

Lawrence Bryant Collection

Collection

Identifier: P1018

Scope and Contents The Lawrence Bryant Collection documents a growing movement protesting police violence, spurred by the shooting of African American teenager Michael Brown by white police officer Darren Wilson in Ferguson, Missouri. The bulk of the collection shows the protests and unrest in Ferguson and surrounding areas following Brown’s death on August 9, 2014 and the announcement on November 24th of the Grand Jury’s decision not to indict Officer Wilson. Photographs show peaceful demonstrations and...

Dates: 2014-2015

Found in: Missouri Historical Society, Photographs and Prints Department

William Glasgow Bruce Carson Photograph Collection

Collection

Identifier: P0968

Scope and Contents The William Glasgow Bruce Carson Photograph Collection contains photographs and two albums showing members of Carson's extended family from ca. 1860 to ca. 1982, with most photos taken between 1870 and 1935. William G.B. Carson's family is descended from St. Louis's first mayor, William Carr Lane, and family members were involved in prominent social circles. Most of the images are individual studio portraits, often of children, and family group portraits and snapshots. Many of the portraits...

Dates: ca. 1860-ca. 1982; Majority of material found within 1870-1935

Found in: Missouri Historical Society, Photographs and Prints Department

Center for Hearing and Speech Photograph Collection

Collection

Identifier: P0972

Scope and Contents The Center for Hearing and Speech Photograph Collection documents the activities of the Center for Hearing and Speech, founded as the St. Louis League for the Hard of Hearing in 1920. Photographs show a wide variety of social and recreational activities, including outings, holiday parties, staff parties, luncheons, teas, dinners, and events celebrating the 50th anniversary in 1970 and the 75th anniversary in 1995. Photographs also document the organization’s work with children, including...

Dates: 1894-2000; Majority of material found within 1920-2000

Found in: Missouri Historical Society, Photographs and Prints Department

Challenge Metro Collection

Collection

Identifier: P0260

Scope and Contents The Challenge Metro Collection contains 42 matted black and white photographs made by Wilbur Wegener showing what is considered to be St. Louis' first official Gay and Lesbian Pride parade in 1980. The collection documents the parade and the post-parade rally held on the campus of Washington University. Photographs show speakers, musicians, and participants holding banners. Some of the marchers are wearing costumes to protect their identity. Participating groups include Washington...

Dates: 1980

Found in: Missouri Historical Society, Photographs and Prints Department

Samuel B. Clark Gaslight Square Collection

Collection

Identifier: P0867

Scope and Contents The Samuel B. Clark Gaslight Square Collection contains 58 photographs collected by Clark that document Gaslight Square before, during, and after its heyday as a premier entertainment district. Photographs taken while the neighborhood was a popular destination show customers and entertainers at Montileone’s Café Espresso, Three Fountains, and other establishments, as well as interior and exterior views of Montileone’s and several street views showing various businesses. Photographs taken...

Dates: 1950-2000

Found in: Missouri Historical Society, Photographs and Prints Department

Clodfelter Family Collection

Collection

Identifier: P0882

Scope and Contents The Clodfelter Family Collection contains 11 photographs showing the family of Jackson Medler Clodfelter and Mary Louise Stout Clodfelter-Berry at home in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Photographs primarily depict Mary Louise and children David and Howard, showing them at play, opening Christmas presents, and posing with a carved Halloween pumpkin. At least some of these photographs were taken during the time that Jackson was serving overseas. Photographs also include a portrait of Jackson...

Dates: 1950-1969

Found in: Missouri Historical Society, Photographs and Prints Department

Shane Cohn Photograph Collection

Collection

Identifier: P1138

Scope and Contents The Shane Cohn Photograph Collection contains six small posters from an Explore St. Louis ad campaign directed at LGBT tourists and six composite photographs showing members of the St. Louis Board of Aldermen from 2009-2021. The tourism ads promote general St. Louis amenities, including Busch Stadium and local restaurants, as well as LGBT-specific destinations, including clubs in the Grove, Central West End, and Soulard. The ads feature quotes from The Advocate calling...

Dates: 2009-ca. 2021

Found in: Missouri Historical Society, Photographs and Prints Department

Gerard Connolly Collection

Collection

Identifier: P1069

Scope and Contents The Gerard Connolly Collection contains photographs and negatives taken by Connolly to document the Shaw and McRee Town neighborhoods as they were prior to extensive demolition, rebuilding, and rehab in the early 2000s, resulting in what many considered to be gentrification of the area. Photographs show brick houses, apartment buildings, and four-family flats, as well as a few businesses and empty storefronts. Some buildings are dilapidated and run-down, with boarded up windows and doors,...

Dates: ca. 1990-2005

Found in: Missouri Historical Society, Photographs and Prints Department

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Ada and Ida Britton Photography Collection

Joseph G. Broz Album: U. S. Air Force, 1917-1919, World War I

Lawrence Bryant Collection

William Glasgow Bruce Carson Photograph Collection

Center for Hearing and Speech Photograph Collection

Challenge Metro Collection

Samuel B. Clark Gaslight Square Collection

Clodfelter Family Collection

Shane Cohn Photograph Collection

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