Kramer A. Adams photograph collection, 1873-1943

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Summary

Creators:
Adams, Kramer A.
Abstract:
The Kramer A. Adams photograph collection, 1873-1943, (SAFR 24656, P15-029) is comprised of photographs of JOSIE LANE (built 1916; paddle ferry), JOHN McCULLOUGH (built 1873; schooner, 2m), and SAILOR BOY (built 1883; schooner, 3m). The collection has been processed to the Collection level and is open for use.
Extent:
3 items
Language:
In English.
Preferred citation:

[Item description], [Location within collection organization identified by Collection Number/Series Number/File Unit Number/Item Number], P15-029 (SAFR 24656), Kramer A. Adams photograph collection, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

Background

Scope and content:

The Kramer A. Adams photograph collection, 1873-1943, (SAFR 24656, P15-029) is comprised of photographs of JOSIE LANE (built 1916; paddle ferry), JOHN McCULLOUGH (built 1873; schooner, 2m), and SAILOR BOY (built 1883; schooner, 3m). The collection has been processed to the Collection level and is open for use.

Consists of the following items:

Item 1. JOSIE LANE (built 1916; paddle ferry) laid up at a dock in Sacramento, California, circa 1943. Photograph by Kramer A. Adams. 1 black-and-white photographic print, 2.25 x 3.25 in.

Item 2. JOHN McCULLOUGH (built 1873; schooner, 2m) underway, starboard quarter view, 1873-1893. 1 black-and-white photographic print (Christmas greeting card), 3.5 x 7 in. Handwritten by Nannie M. Escola on the verso is a description of the vessel as well as a personal holiday greeting dated 1972. The verso is also stamped with Kramer A. Adam's name and address.

Item 3. SAILOR BOY (built 1883; schooner, 3m) loading by wire while anchored in Caspar, California, 1904. 1 black-and-white photographic print (Christmas greeting card), 3.5 x 7 in. Signed by Nannie M. Escola on the front. Handwritten by Nannie M. Escola on the verso is a description of the vessel. The verso is also stamped with Kramer A. Adam's name and address.

Biographical / historical:

This collection does not include a historical or biographical note.

Acquisition information:

SAFR-02355

Found in the office of SFMNHP librarian David Hull after his retirement.

Processing information:

The descriptions in this collection guide were compiled using the best available sources of information. Such sources include the creator's annotations or descriptions, collection accession files, primary and secondary source material and subject matter experts. While every effort was made to provide accurate information, in the event that you find any errors in this guide please contact the reference staff in order for us to evaulate and make corrections to this guide.

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Arrangement:

No arrangement due to the small size of the collection.

Physical location:
San Francisco Maritime NHP, Historic Documents Department
Physical description:
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Rules or conventions:
Finding aid prepared using Describing Archives: A Content Standard .

Access and use

Restrictions:

This collection is open for use unless otherwise noted.

Terms of access:

Some material may be copyrighted or restricted. It is the researcher's obligation to determine and satisfy copyright or other case restrictions when publishing or otherwise distributing materials found in the collections.

Preferred citation:

[Item description], [Location within collection organization identified by Collection Number/Series Number/File Unit Number/Item Number], P15-029 (SAFR 24656), Kramer A. Adams photograph collection, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

Location of this collection:
Building E, Fort Mason
San Francisco, CA 94123, US
Contact:
415-561-7030
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