Indian Trading Boats alongside U.S. Str. "BEAR," Kotzebue Sound. Alaska [at least six native boats are gathered alongside the davits of a large vessel, a lifeboat? and a power skiff or launch are also evident; perhaps 30-40 natives are on the various vessels and two Caucasian males in the launch].
Scope and Contents
This collection contains photographs of: the Aleutian Islands, Pribilof Islands, King Island, Siberia, Eskimos, and scenic views. Also included is the following biographical information:
• Bibliography of: Call-Booth Family Documents, Books, Papers, and Photos
• Memorabilia of our Famous Ancestor Dr. Samuel Johnson Call (Sam); Volume 1 and Volume 2
• Information about and color photocopies of the two gold medals Dr. Call received for heroic service as a member of the Overland Expedition for the Relief of the Whalers in the Arctic Ocean from November 27, 1897 to September 13, 1898.
Dates
- circa 1880-1908
Conditions Governing Access
The photos may be viewed. However, because of their fragile condition, they may not be photocopied.
Extent
1 items
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Alaska State Library - Historical Collections Finding Aids Repository
PO Box 110571
Juneau AK 99811-0571 US
907-465-2920
907-465-2925
907-465-2151 (Fax)
asl.historical@alaska.gov