The Tapley family photograph album and photographs, circa 1885-1900, (SAFR 23363, P82-080) are comprised of one photograph album of one or several voyages of Captain Robert M. Tapley and his wife, Agnes, aboard ST. JAMES (built 1883; bark, 3m) and several loose photographic prints. The collection has been processed to the Item level and is open for use.

Captain Robert M. Tapley (born 1863) was a master mariner that commanded both sail and steam vessels, beginning in the late 19th century. He and his wife both came from families involved in maritime trade. The Tapley family lived on both the East and West Coasts of the United States. Mrs. Tapley, and later their children, accompanied him on voyages, notably traveling from the Atlantic coast to the Pacific coast via Cape Horn.

50 items.

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