Historic New England

Robert P. Darrow house, Mendon, Vt.

2 plans, 4 elevations, 11 detail drawing, 2 electrical plans and 3 preliminary sketches for house for Dr. and Mrs. Robert P. Darrow in Mendon, Vermont (commission #2050). Some drawings are dated and singned by Frederick Crombie, Robert Minot, and N. Parker. A Cape Cod house with a red cedar shin...

Date: 1966

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332485

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.2050

John D. Adams house, Hopkinton, N.H.

4 plans, 6 elevations, 4 detail drawings, 9 preliminary sketches and 1 heating plan for alterations and additions to an existing house for Mr. and Mrs. John D. Adams in Hopkinton, New Hampshire (commission #2082). Drawings are dated and singned by Warren Rohter, R.T.S., D.T.G., and D.H.M. Colla...

Date: 1966-1967

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332487

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.2082

Robert Dennison house, Manchester, Ct.

3 plans and 12 detail drawings, and 2 preliminary sketches for a house for Mr. and Mrs. Robert Dennison in Manchester, Connecticut (commission #2036). Most drawings are dated and all are signed by Ken Duprey. Two-story Cape Cod house with a red cedar shingle roof and a brick veneer, flush board a...

Date: 1965-1966

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332489

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.2036

South Shore Natural Science Center, Inc., Norwell, Mass.

2 plans, 3 detail drawings, and 4 elevations for a house for South Shore Natural Science Center in Norwell, Massachusetts (commission #2171). Most drawings are dated; all drawings are signed by Ken Duprey, N. Parker, and S.W.M. Building has an asphalt shingle roof, a white cedar shingle and barn...

Date: 1968-1970

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332491

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.2171

Josephine Gould house, Peterboro, N.H.

3 plans, 4 elevations, 15 detail drawings, and 1 cross section for a house for Mrs. Josephine Gould in Pteterboro, N.H. (commission #2025). Most drawings are dated and all are singned by Charles Darling, and D.T.G. One-story Cape Cod house with a 1 car garage, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a library with...

Date: 1965

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332493

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.2025

R. Hial Pepper house, Newport News, Va.

2 plans, 3 elevations, 1 heating, 1 electrical, 2 framing, 5 detail drawings, and 3 plot plans of a house for Mr. and Mrs. R. Hial Pepper in Newport News, Va. (commission #2045). Some drawings are signed and dated. House has a red cedar shingle roof, a white washed brick, flush board and rough s...

Date: 1966

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332495

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.2045

Hugh S. Ferguson house, Barnstable, Mass.

5 plans, 6 elevations, 13 detail drawings, and 1 cross section of a house for Mr. and Mrs. Hugh S. Ferguson in Barnstable, Massachusetts (commission 2018). Most drawings are dated and all are signed or initialed by Ken Duprey, John Howard, Warren Rohter, or D.H.M. exteded Cape Cod house with an ...

Date: 1965-1966

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332497

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.2018

Harold E. Booma house, Swampscott, Mass.

3 plans, 4 elevations, 1 plot plan, and 11 detail drawings for a of a house for Mr. and Mrs. Harold E. Booma in Swampscott, Massachusetts (commission 2011). Drawings are initialed by S.C. and signed by Frederick Crombie; none are dated. One and a half-story Cape Cod house with an asphalt roof, a...

Date: undated

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332499

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.2011

Big Bromley Corp., ski house, Manchester, N.H.

5 plans, 8 elevations, 6 detail drawings, and 1 preliminary sketch for a house for Big Bromley Corp., in Manchester, New Hampshire (commission #2038). All are dated and signed by Richard Wills. Building has a red cedar shingle roof, with a flush board exterior. Building has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, ...

Date: 1967

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332501

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.2138

Harry Midgeley house, Peru, Vt.

2 plans, 3 elevations, 2 detail drawings, 2 electrical plans and 2 preliminary sketches for a house for Mr. and Mrs. Harry Midgeley in Peru, Vermont (commission #2158). All drawings are dated and signed by P.N. and B.W. House has a red cedar shingle roof, a white cedar shingle and flush board ex...

Date: 1968

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332503

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.2158

Roger F. Von Roth house (Big Bromley Corp.), Manchester, Vt.

2 plans, 3 elevations, 1 cross section, and 2 electrical plans for a house for Mr. and Mrs. Roger F. Von Roth (Big Bromley Corp.) in Manchester, Vermont (commission #2173). Drawings are singned by B.W. Two-level Cape Cod house with a red cedar shingle roof and a flush board and rough sawn board ...

Date: 1968

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332505

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.2173

Arabian perfumo wonder, The Arabian Perfumo Co., Bridgewater, Connecticut

The sealed envelope apparently contains perfume sheets. The illustration caption reads "Parizada the Arabian perfume beauty." Perfumo came into existence during Parizada's visit to London. The description on the verso states it is recommended for sick chambers and can be carried as a disinfectant. ...

Date: 1898

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 332507

Ref. Code: EP001.01.028.02.01.002

Trade card, Thomas L. Hutchins, glassware, china, Nos. 92 & 94 South Main Street, Providence, Rhode Island

Text inside the card announces that Thomas L. Hutchins has purchased the stock of Thomas M. Hutchins. The specialties are listed including Red Lahore dinner and tea ware, Haviland's French china, John Moses's stone porcelain and toilet sets.

Date: 1881-12-24

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 332508

Ref. Code: EP001.01.055.01.01.012

Mennen's Borated Talcum Toilet Powder, Gerhard Mennen Company, 54 Orange Street, Newark, New Jersey

The talcum powder is advertised as an antidote to sunburn, prickly heat and chafing. It can be used after bathing or shaving and is suitable for children. In the illustration a woman uses the powder at the beach. A little girl standing next to her holds a large powder container. The trademark with...

Date: 1906-07-01

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 332509

Ref. Code: EP001.15.021

Mennen's Borated Talcum Toilet Powder, Gerhard Mennen Co., 54 Orange Street, Newark, New Jersey

The talcum powder is advertised as an antidote to prickly heat, chafing and sunburn. It can be used after bathing or shaving and is suitable for children. The product is called "The National Safeguard of American complexions and summer comfort." In the illustration a boy sailor waves from a floatin...

Date: 1907-08-04

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 332512

Ref. Code: EP001.15.022

Casco Bay and Harpswell Lines connecting Portland Maine with the islands and mainland shores of Casco Bay, Portland, Maine

A description of the ferry lines is provided with information on ticket prices, hotel rates and a map. Rear Admiral Robert E. Peary's home on Eagle Island is shown in a photograph.

Date: 1913

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 332514

Ref. Code: EP001.01.117.01.02.026

Day trips between Boston and the far famed Nantasket Beach and historic Plymouth, Nantasket Beach Steamboat Company, Rowe's Wharf, 340 Atlantic Avenue, junction of Broad and High Streets, office, 7 Rowe's Wharf, Boston, Mass.

Information on prices, timetables and hotels is provided for travelers. Points of interest along the routes are shown in photographs. There is an extensive description of Paragon Park. Noteworthy steamships are described in text and photographs.

Date: 1907-05-27

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 332516

Ref. Code: EP001.01.117.01.02.027

Gordon B. Allan house, Mansfield Center, Conn.

15 architectural drawings for a house for Mr.and Mrs. Gordon B. Allan in Mansfield Center, Connecticut (Commission #1906). Some drawings are dated and signed by Tambling and S.C. Plot plan by Charles J. Pelletier, surveyor

Date: 1962-1963

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332596

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1906

Mrs. Barbara F. Coburn house, Weston, Mass.

23 architectural drawings for a house for Mrs. Barbara F. Coburn in Weston, Massachusetts (commission #1907). Most drawings are dated and signed by Philip Tambling, Warren Rohter, Robert Minot, and Ken Duprey Plot plan by Fred A. Joyhce, Surveyor

Date: 1962-1963

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332600

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1907

Joseph L. Keith III house, Ashburnham, Mass.

29 architectural drawings for a house for Mr. and Mrs. Joseph L. Keith III in Ashburnham, Massachusetts (commission #1908. Some drawings are dated and signed by Philip Tambling, S.C., S.J.C., and J.E. 1 heating plan Kritzer Radiant Coils, Inc. Batavia, Ill.

Date: 1962

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332602

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1908

Ann R. Howe house, Brookline, Mass.

15 architectural drawings for a house for Miss Ann R. Howe in Brookline, Massachusetts (commission #1909). Most drawings are dated and signed by John Howard.

Date: 1962-1963

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332604

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1909

Mrs. Lindley I. Dean house, Pigeon Cove, Rockport, Mass.

22 architectural drawings for a house for Mrs. Lindley I. Dean in Rockport, Massachusetts (commission #1910). Most drawings are dated and singed by John Howard, Gordon Kunz, and Philip Tambling. Collaborator Essex Survey Service - Civil Engineers, Beverly, Mass.

Date: 1962-1963

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332611

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1910

Edward A. Colson house, Laconia, N.H.

18 architectural drawings for a house for Mr. and Mrs. Edward A. Colson in Laconia, New Hampshire (commission #1911) Drawings are dated and signed by S.C. Collaborator: Gordon E. Ainstworth and Associates, Land Surveyors, engineers and Landscape Architects.

Date: 1962

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332613

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1911

Bernard Gruber house, Boxford, Mass.

8 architectural drawings for a house for Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Gruber in Boxford, Mass. (commission #1913). Most drawings are dated and signed by Gordon Kunz. R.A.M. Engineering - Haverhill, Mass. December 1993

Date: 1962

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332615

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1913

John C. Merry house, Gonic, N.H.

18 architectural drawings for a house for Mr. John C. Merry in Gonic, N.H. (commission #1914). Most drawings are undated and some are signed by R.S.J., S.C., and Philip Tambling

Date: 1962

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332618

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1914

Arnold Collery house, New Seabury, Mass.

9 architectural drawings for a house for Professor and Mrs. Arnold Collery in New Seabury (Cape Cod), Massachusetts (commission #1916). Only the plot plan is dated. All drawings signed by S.C. and Philip Tambling. George E. Hayes, Civil Engineer, Melrose, MA.

Date: 1962

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332620

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1916

Emil Hanslin Associates, New Seabury, Mass.

22 architectural drawings for a house for Emil Hanslin Associates (developer) in New Seabury (Cape Cod), Massachusetts (commission #1917). Most drawings are dated. Drawings signed by Richard Wills, Charles Crombie, and Philip Tambling.

Date: 1962-1963

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332622

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1917

Emil Hanslin Associates, New Seabury, Mass.

7 architectural drawings for a house for Emil Hanslin Associates (developer) in New Seabury (Cape Cod), Massachusetts (commission #1917A). Most drawings are undated. Drawings signed by S.C., and J.E.

Date: 1962-1963

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332624

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1917A

W. H. Boldt house, Vestal, N.Y.

16 architectural drawings for a house for Dr. and Mrs. W. H. Boldt in Vestal, New York (commission #1833). Drawings are signed by Philip Tambling, Harmon Kiley, and Ken Duprey.

Date: 1961

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332626

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1833

Howard McConkey (builder) house, Buffalo, N.Y.

8 architectural drawings for a house for Mr. Howard McConkey (builder) in Buffalo, New York (commission #1834). Drawings are signed by Gordon Kunz. No drawings are dated. Based on "Living on the Level" pg 101

Date: 1961

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332628

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1834

W. S. Roberts Jr. house Dover, Mass.

27 architectural drawings for a house for Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Roberts Jr. in Dover, Massachusetts (commission #1835). Drawings are signed by Harmon Kiley and John Howard. Some drawings are dated. Top map - Cheney Engineering Co. Needham, Mass., 1961 4 drawings from E.F. Hodgson Co. Inc.

Date: 1961

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332630

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1835

Paul Cifrino house, Choasset, Mass.

27 architectural drawings for a house for Mr. and Mrs. Paul Cifrino in Cohasset, Massachusetts (commission #1836). Drawings are signed by Royal Barry Wills, Warren Rohter, and John Howard. Few drawings are dated. Alterations and additions to an existing house.

Date: 1961

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332632

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1836

William H. Sawyer house, Holden, Mass.

16 architectural drawings for a house for Mr. and Mrs. William H. Sawyer in Holden, Massachusetts (commission #1831). Most drawings are dated and signed by David Guild Dethlefs and Merton Barrows.

Date: 1961

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332634

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1831

Michael E. Segal house, North Andover, Mass.

24 architectural drawings for a house for Mr. and Mrs. Michael E. Segal in North Andover, Massachusetts (commission #1830). Some drawings are dated and signed by Gordon Kunz and John Howard. Includes 5 preliminary sketches, and plans for proposed addition - Dr. and Mrs. Wayne Pasanen.

Date: 1961-1962

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332636

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1830

Vacationland, an illustrated register of hotels and camps in Maine and the White Mountains, season of 1927, Maine Central Railroad, Portland, Maine

Maine vacation regions are described with numerous ads for hotels and camps. Some White Mountain properties are advertised as well. There is a large map showing the Maine Central routes in the region. The back pages list golf courses, sleeping car rates and provide an index of hotels and camps.

Date: 1927

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 332639

Ref. Code: EP001.12.015.002.035

Robert E. Reade house, West Falmouth, Mass.

21 architectural drawings for a Cape Cod house for Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Reade in West Falmouth, Mass. (commission #1829). Most drawings are dated and signed by Richard Wills, John Howard and Harmon Kiley.

Date: 1961

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332638

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1829

Vacationland accomodations, directory of hotels and camps in the territory served by the Maine Central Railroad, season of 1930, published by Maine Central Railroad, Portland, Maine

Maine vacation regions are described with numerous ads for hotels and camps. Some White Mountain properties are advertised as well. There is a large map showing the Maine Central routes in the region. The back pages list golf courses, sleeping car rates, a hotel and camp list and a list of boys and ...

Date: 1930

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 332641

Ref. Code: EP001.12.015.002.036

Robert E. Reade house, West Falmouth, Mass.

6 architectural drawings for a alterations and additions to an existing house for Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Reade in West Falmouth, Mass. (commission #1829-A). Some drawings are dated and signed by P. Thornton.

Date: 1975-1979

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332642

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1829-A

I. Alan Balfour (developer) house, Cape Elizabeth, Maine

3 architectural drawings for a house for Mr. I. Alan Balfour in Cape Elizabeth, Maine (Commission #1876). 2 drawings are dated and 2 are signed by Philip Tambling.

Date: undated

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332739

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1876

Billhead, John M. Barnard & Co., distillers of N.E. rum and double distilled alcohol, from 80 to 95 per cent, counting room, No. 18 South Market and Chatham Streets, up stairs, Boston, Mass., dated June 10, 1853

Barnard distills rum and manufactures saleratus a precursor to sodium bicarbonate.

Date: 1853-06-10

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 332742

Ref. Code: EP001.01.045.03.01.015

Complimentary ticket, Kattell's, photography, 227 Main Street, Gloucester, Mass.

The ticket entitles the holder to one dozen card photographs, one cabinet for $1.50 or twelve cabinets for $3.00.

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 332743

Ref. Code: EP001.01.089.01.04.014

Ticket, J.E. Purdy & Co., photography, 145 Tremont Street, between Temple Place and West Street, Boston, Mass.

The prices for artist proofs, art prints and folder cabinets are listed on the card verso.

Date: 1918

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 332744

Ref. Code: EP001.01.089.01.04.015

J. P. Donahue house, Arlington, Mass.

7 architectural drawings for a house for Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Donahue in Arlington, Massachusetts (Commission 1859). All drawings are dated and all are signed by Harmon Kiley.

Date: 1961

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332746

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1859

Label for unidentified textile material, embracing woman and man, location unknown, undated

The label is for 30 yards of an unidentified textile material. The image caption reads "Mated." The couple is dressed in 17-18th century costume. The woman is seated in a chair with the man kneeling in front of her. An outdoor scene of trees is in the distance.

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 332780

Ref. Code: EP001.01.114.01.05.028

Leaflet, the Crystal Maze, 112 Westminister Street, Providence, Rhode Island

A mirror maze is described for potential customers. The image caption reads "See Yourself as Others See You." Text on the left side of the image reads "U.S. Patents May 30 and october 24, 1893. G. von P. Palm, Inventor and Patentee." The street name on the card is incorrect. It should be "Westmin...

Date: 1890s

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 332781

Ref. Code: EP001.01.038.01.03.024

Postcard, be good or you'll be sorry, M.T. Sheahan, Boston, Mass.

The illustration is done in red, white and black. A praying monk is above the text. Below the text a devil figure drops a man into the flames. Text on the verso reads "Sheahan's good mottos make the world bright." Sheahan, a printer and publisher, created postcards illustrating mottos. The postcar...

Date: 1906

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 332787

Ref. Code: EP001.01.094.01.03.038

Come catch a rainbow with Pittsburgh Paints, Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The color wheel is used as a guide for harmonizing color schemes in rooms thoughout the house. The last few pages provide suggestions for exterior colors. The Company has a store at 1000 Main Street in Malden, Massachusetts.

Date: 1964

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 332788

Ref. Code: EP001.12.013.005.146

Head-and-shoulders portrait of young woman in ethnic costume, American Artistotype Co., Jamestown, New York

The girl in the photograph wears an embroidered cap with a tassel and a mandolin pin on her blouse. Text on the mat board reads "From negatives loaned by Falk. American Artistotype Co's 'Aristo = Platino'." "Aristo-Platino was a silver halide paper marketed by the American Artistotype Company (1894)...

Date: 1891

Collection: General photographic collection

GUSN: 332791

Ref. Code: PC001.02.02.1900.0800.002

Lawrence H. Doolittle house, Agawam, Mass.

18 architectural drawings for Dr. and Mrs. Lawrence H. Doolittle in Agawam, Massachusetts (commission 1899). Two drawing are dated and some are signed by John Howard, Richard Wills, S.C. and R.S.J..

Date: 1963

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332792

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1899

Norman P. Robinson house, West Harwich, Mass.

20 architectural drawings for a house for Mr. and Mrs. Norman P. Robinson in West Harwich, Massachusetts (Commission #1877). Many drawings are dated and are signed by Philip Tambling, Robert Minot, John Howard, Ken Duprey, and S.C. Plot plan by S. R. Sweetser, Eng., Dennisport, Mass.

Date: 1962

Collection: Royal Barry Wills Associates architectural collection, 1925-2013 (bulk 1920s-1980)

GUSN: 332794

Ref. Code: AR029.04.04.1877

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