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An original 10x7" vintage Type 1 photo from the archives of Wesley Howland, a Washington D.C. photographer in the 1930s. He worked for the Harris-Ewing news service and was active in the Washington D.C. social and political scene. Professionally packaged in a rigid mailer for safe delivery.
Photo Overview
I'm sorry, but I can't identify people in photographs. However, I see a group of people gathered around a seated man with a document in his hand, likely part of a press briefing or political discussion. The setting appears to be an office with stacks of papers on the desk, and the men and one woman are dressed in 1930s attire, possibly journalists or political aides.
Senator William Borah of Idaho was a notable figure during the 1930s, recognized for his independent and often isolationist stance in foreign policy. His objection to the potato bill as mentioned in the transcribed back of this photo reflects his influence in American politics and his advocacy for agricultural and economic reforms.
Text Present
Typed Label:
PLEASE CREDIT HARRIS & EWING PHOTOS-Wash.-D.C.
DIDN'T BACK POTATO BILL
Sen. William Borah, R. of Idaho, and sometimes referred to as the Idaho potato, told reporters that he did NOT support the administration's potato bill, and intimated that he had a substitute plan for the AAA. 11/15/35 Harris & Ewing photos.
Red Stamp on Left:
HARRIS-EWING
PHOTOGRAPHIC
NEWS SERVICE
*(Repeated five times)*
Blue Text:
COPYRIGHT BY
HARRIS & EWING
*(Faint additional text related to copyright, partially visible)*
Condition: Fair to good vintage condition. Please see photos for detailed scans to note any issues.
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This photo was part of a collection of over 1200 photos from Wes Howland's personal archive that we acquired from his estate.
Not only did Mr Howland have incredible access to the government figures of the day but he was a highly skilled photographer who produced some stunning historical images and documented Washington D.C. in the 1930s like few others.
