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Koreshan Dining Hall
Title
Koreshan Dining Hall.
Abstract/Description
Northeast view of the Koreshan dining hall, which was torn down in 1949.
Date Issued
1948, 1948-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Emma Norton, Henry and Etta Silverfriend
Title
Emma Norton, Henry and Etta Silverfriend.
Abstract/Description
From left to right: Emma, Henry, and Etta. Note on back reads, "Estero, Fla, Oct. 18, 1941. Henry & Etta Silverfriend and Sister Emma Norton."
Date Issued
1941-10-18, 1941-10-18T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Emma Norton and unidentified woman
Title
Emma Norton and unidentified woman.
Abstract/Description
Emma Norton and an unidentified woman, standing on the Unity grounds. The photo appears to have been taken sometime in the 1940's.
Date Issued
c. 1940, 1940-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Woman standing near chopped tree
Title
Woman standing near chopped tree.
Abstract/Description
A woman (identified as "Sister Tracy" in other images), stands next to a tree that has been cut down. An unidentified man stands next to the tree with an axe. In the distant background is what appears to be the Damkohler house. On the back is written, "Estero, Fla., Feb, 1939."
Date Issued
1939-02, 1939-02-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Brooks Thomas with his wagon
Title
Brooks Thomas with his wagon.
Abstract/Description
This photo, possibly taken in Florida, shows a little boy standing next to a "Speeder" wagon. The caption on the back states "Ruth's little boy Brooks Thomas." According to the Rahn and McCready membership lists, Ruth Boomer married a Philadelphia architect named Walter Thomas and had one son. Note the tower behind the boy. This could possibly be the Sanibel Lighthouse (?).
Date Issued
1933-03-28, 1933-03-28T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Jeannie Fox Miller
Title
Jeannie Fox Miller.
Abstract/Description
Jeannie Fox Miller, seated on a bench. The photo says she was 75 years old on November 4, 1932 and that the picture was taken in January 1933. According to Rahn, she was born, November 4, 1857 in Iowa. McCready says that she was the sister of Alice Miller and that their family were "outside" Koreshans while living in Chicago. Husband was Sidney Miller, who later attempted legal action against Teed.
Date Issued
1933-01, 1933-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Two Koreshan girls dressed like angels
Title
Two Koreshan girls dressed like angels.
Abstract/Description
Two young girls dressed as angels. Their identities are unknown.
Date Issued
1928, 1928-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Imogene, Bertie, and Evelyn
Title
Imogene, Bertie, and Evelyn.
Name/Creator
Rahn, Claude Jerome
Abstract/Description
The caption on the back says "Taken at Suffern N.Y, July 24, 1927." Seen here is Bertie Boomer (back), Imogene Bubbett Rahn (middle), and Evelyn Bubbett (right). A similar photo features Claude Rahn instead of Imogene, so it is presumed that Claude is the photographer.
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Bertie, Evelyn, and Claude in New York
Title
Bertie, Evelyn, and Claude in New York.
Name/Creator
Rahn, Imogene Evelyn Bubbett, 1881-1932
Abstract/Description
Although there is no formal identification on this photo, photo fgcu:25676 identifies the setting. Identification is made from comparing to other photos. (from left to right), Bertie Boomer, Evelyn Bubbett, and Claude Rahn, Evelyn's son-in-law. Caption on other photo reads, "Taken at Suffern[?] N.Y. July 24, 1927."
Date Issued
1927-07-24, 1927-07-24T04:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
David Richards sitting in front of log house
Title
David Richards sitting in front of log house.
Abstract/Description
The log house, identified in Herbert/Reeves as the "Men's Log House". Herbert/Reeves also speak of this being the first settlement constructed dormitory for men and that Teed lived in the southeast corner of the first floor until the construction of the founder's home in 1896. The photograph shows a man identified as David Richards sitting on the porch of the breezeway. Note the thatched roof. Caption on the back reads "Log House & David." Below: "Dec 1923."
Date Issued
1923, 1923-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Koreshan children
Title
Koreshan children.
Abstract/Description
Six children standing in front of a frame building. The only writing on the back says, "about 1919 or 20". A recent identification (unconfirmed) states the children in front left and front right as "Mace Stephens" and "Ariel Bessimer".
Date Issued
c. 1920, 1920-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Imogene Bubbett Rahn and Ada Case
Title
Imogene Bubbett Rahn and Ada Case.
Abstract/Description
Ada Case on the left and Imogene Bubbett Rahn on the right, standing next to a frame house and down from a large brick building. The caption reference to "Myers" refers to Fort Myers, Florida. According to the McCready membership list, Carlton Case, a member of the Koreshan Unity in Chicago, married Ada Grier and lived in Fort Myers. Also note that Carlton Case is the man who accidentally killed Bertie Boomer. The caption reads: "Taken in Myers During Fair Week, Feb. 18' Imogene and Ada Case."
Date Issued
c. 1920, 1920-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Laurie Bubbett and Dudley Andrews
Title
Laurie Bubbett and Dudley Andrews.
Abstract/Description
Laurie Bubbett (right) and James Dudley Andrews (left) sit on a bench, while Laurie holds a tennis racket. The location is unknown. Both men are wearing sweaters. There is a building in the background, but its identity is unknown.
Date Issued
c. 1920, 1920-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Imogene Bubbett Rahn
Title
Imogene Bubbett Rahn.
Abstract/Description
Outdoor photo of Imogene Bubbett Rahn during later years.
Date Issued
c. 1920, 1920-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Bertie, Carl, and Evelyn
Title
Bertie, Carl, and Evelyn.
Abstract/Description
Bertie Boomer, Carl Luettich, and Evelyn Bubbett pose in front of a palm tree. Caption on back of photo reads, "Bertie, Carl, & Evelyn." Below: "Estero Island Apr 1918."
Date Issued
1918, 1918-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Victor Bubbett standing in uniform
Title
Victor Bubbett standing in uniform.
Abstract/Description
Victor Bubbett poses in front of a large brick structure dressed in what appears to be a "doughboy" uniform. Victor filled out a draft registration form in 1918. This photograph was likely shot in Chicago.
Date Issued
c. 1918, 1918-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Imogene and Evelyn in the park
Title
Imogene and Evelyn in the park.
Abstract/Description
Imogene Bubbett Rahn (left) and Evelyn Bubbett (right), next to the Estero River. Caption on the back of the photo reads, "In the Park 1918. When Gene was here on a visit. Imogene & Evelyn."
Date Issued
1918, 1918, 1918-01-01T05:00:00.000Z, 1918-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
Virginia and Evelyn in the park
Title
Virginia and Evelyn in the park.
Abstract/Description
Evelyn Bubbett (left) and Virginia Andrews (right) standing next to the Estero River. The photo caption written on the back reads, "In the Park near the little bridge, March '18, Srs. Virginia and Evelyn." The bridge location is unknown.
Date Issued
1918, 1918-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
James, Claude, and Frank in camp
Title
James, Claude, and Frank in camp.
Abstract/Description
James Bubbett, Claude, and Frank Rahn posing with a dead turkey.
Date Issued
c. 1918, 1918-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)
James Calderwood, David Richards, and James Bubbett posing
Title
James Calderwood, David Richards, and James Bubbett posing.
Abstract/Description
(From left to right) James Calderwood, James Bubbett, and David Richards posing in front of what appears to be a greenhouse. Caption on back of photo reads, "James Calderwood, David & Bro James; Washington D.C. 1918"
Date Issued
1918, 1918-01-01T05:00:00.000Z
Format
Image (JPEG2000)

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