Document Cover Page Inscribed with Lewis H. Latimer’s Name and Address
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This is an aged and heavily worn document cover, with brown discoloration, creases, and torn edges. The handwritten inscription on the cover includes the name "L. H. Latimer," followed by a date, "Jan 15, 1886." Below this, the inscription lists "New York" and an address: "324 East 53rd St." The ink has faded slightly over time but remains legible. The document appears to be a protective cover for important papers, potentially related to Lewis H. Latimer’s work or personal records.
Lewis H. Latimer, a pioneering Black inventor and draftsman, lived and worked in New York City during this period. The date of "Jan 15, 1886" places this document within the timeframe when Latimer was actively involved in electrical engineering, working alongside notable figures like Alexander Graham Bell and Thomas Edison. The address listed, "324 East 53rd St.," is likely a residence or business location connected to Latimer.
Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) [QPL Full Collection]
"L. H. Latimer" "Jan 15, 1886" "New York" "324 East 53rd St."