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Nelson Park - Scenery
These are photographs of the scenery of Nelson Park. The photographs were taken by Rembrandt Studio and W.M. Bishop c. 1910.
Nelson Park - Pavilion
These are photos and negatives of the Nelson Park pavilions, both the old pavilion (c. 1910) and the new one. Also shown is the opening night dance of the new pavilion on July 14, 1931. The photos were taken by Rembrandt Studio and the Herald and…
Scovill Gardens
These are negatives of Scovill Gardens. They show the pond, entrance, and little red bridge that were a part of the park. The photos were taken by Decatur Herald & Review and Rembrandt Studio
Unknown Parks
These are scenes from unknown parks in Decatur, IL. Included are photos of two people sitting on swings, a Summer gathering around 1910, children playing in the water, and a project completed by the WPA.
Lois Miller
These are the glass negatives of Lois Miller. The photos were taken by Charles Wasson of Wasson Studios in Decatur, IL in the early 1900s.
"Indian Stalking Deer"
These are glass negatives of an unknown man hunting a deer along a river. The man is portraying an "Indian"/Native-American according to the description with the negative.
The photos were taken by Charles Wasson of Wasson Studios in Decatur,…
The photos were taken by Charles Wasson of Wasson Studios in Decatur,…
Herd of Cattle
This is a glass negative of a herd of cattle with an unknown man. The photo was taken by Charles Wasson of Wasson Studios in Decatur, IL in the early1900s.
Man Reading to a Boy
This is a glass negative of a man reading a book to a boy. The photo was taken by Charles Wasson of Wasson Studios in Decatur, IL in the early 1900s.
Wasson Studios Reception Room
This is a glass negative of the reception room at Wasson Studios. The photo was taken by Charles Wasson of Wasson Studios in Decatur, IL in the early 1900s. The negative has been colorized.
Man & Woman
This is a glass negative of a man and woman sitting on a couch. The photo was taken by Charles Wasson of Wasson Studios in Decatur, IL in the early 1900s.
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43rd Annual Report Contents of Library May 1918
Decatur Public Library Board of Trustees monthly report May 1918