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2004.3.2
Stereograph
before 1892
A stereograph image depicting the Aquidneck Hotel on Pelham Street.

Image was produced by Newport photographer Joshua A. Williams (d. 1892), whose printed label on reverse reads:
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P9611
Print, Photographic
before 1892
A stereograph depicting the Mrs. William M. Coles House, Bellevue Avenue at Dixon Street. House has a half-timbered exterior and is bordered by a fence and trees. Photographs by Joshua Appleby Will...
P9415
Print, Photographic
before 1892
A stereograph of the John Bansiter House on the corner of Spring and Pelham Streets. A carriage and three pedestrians are visible at center. Image by J.A. Williams (d. 1892). Printed label on re...
P2379
Stereograph
before 1892
A stereograph depicting a view of Washington Square, looking west. The Brick Market is visible in the distance at right. Printed label on reverse reads: "Washington Square,/NEWPORT, R.I./PHOTOGRAPH...
P9291
Print, Photographic
before 1892
A photograph of The Breakers (first), ocean facade. Large striped awnings are visible at the first level; the house is covered in ivy. Architectural features include two large gables, a balustrad...
P9290
Print, Photographic
before 1892
A photograph depicting a large hall in The Breakers (first). A staircase flanks an archway at center; potted palms, chandeliers, and sconces are seen throughout. Room has a coffered ceiling and e...
P9006
Print, Photomechanical
before 1892
A photomechanical print that appears to have been cut from an unknown source. Print features several houses along the Cliff Walk, including The Breakers (original house, destroyed by fire in 1892)...
P9005
Print, Photographic
before 1892
A photograph depicting the Forty Steps at the Cliff Walk, located at the end of Narragansett Avenue. The first Breakers (Peabody & Stearns, destroyed by fire in 1892) is visible at far right i...
P8760
Print, Photographic
before 1892
A matted photograph depicting a young child sitting on a fence near Hanging Rock, Middletown. A small body of water and a stone wall are visible towards foreground.
2004.3.1
Stereograph
before 1892
A stereograph depicting the Old Stone Mill in Touro Park. The Mill is shown covered in ivy.

Stereograph was produced by Joshua A. Williams of Newport; his studio label, affixed to rever...
P5608
Print, Photographic
before 1892
Sepia toned photo of the first Breakers estate, Ruggles Avenue. Photo depicts the driveway of the Breakers estate with a man in a carriage. Bottom of photo reads "Ochre Point, No. 143, The Breake...
FIC.2014.35
Diploma
June 30 1892
Diploma awarded to Archibald Burnside Coggeshall for completing studies at the Coddington School. There is a seal for the city of Newport at the bottom, flanked by signatures from school officials....
P8961
Print, Photographic
May 1892
A photograph of (left to right) an unidentified building, The Rocks, and Seafield, as viewed from the north side of Bailey's Beach (Cliff Walk).
P2357
Photographic print
April 11 1892
Photographic print of the Weaver fire of 1892, captured at the corner of Broadway and Stone street. The image shows a burnt storefront flanked by collapsed buildings. Several items have been salvag...
90.12.2
Certificate
February 25 1892
Certificate presented to Thomas Albro, policeman on 2/25/1892 by the Special Police Force, Newport, RI. Red Newport seal on certificate. When certificate is folded it resembles a pamphlet.
P1004
Print, Photographic
circa 1892
A photograph of the Marble House nearing completion.
2013.6.1
Ledger
1892 – 1937
Ledger of watchmaker and jeweler, Otto L. Ruecker. Also included is other information including detailed weather reports for 1928 - 1929. Cover has detached from binding. A letter from Emilie Rueck...
2009.16.1
scarf (costume accessory)
1892
A blue scarf with white stars used in an Uncle Sam-type costume during the 1892 election for U.S. President. Most likely made of cotton, the scarf is comprised of four squares which are machine-sti...
2009.16.2
top hat
1892
A top hat used in an Uncle Sam-type costume during the 1892 election for U.S. President. Made of felted wool with an American flag band around crown (probably made of cotton). Edge of brim and inte...
D456
Fan, Hand
1892
Folding fan, one side is balck and white, them other in color. Made of wood and paper. Souvenir fan "a Colon."
P1002
Print, Photographic
1892
A photograph depicting the Marble House in its final phases of construction. The front (Bellevue Avenue) facade is shown.
2014.9.10
Letter book
January 1 1892
Book of letters written by J. Coleman Drayton that chronicle the scandal between himself and his estranged wife, Charlotte Augusta Astor. Drayton's letters are primarily to his lawyers, as they wor...
59.1.4
Dish, Eating
1891 – 1959
Irish porcelain heart shaped dish of scalloped and gadrooned sides; clear glaze outside; yellowish-cream glaze inside.
59.1.3
Pitcher, Cream
1891 – 1959
Irish porcelain colorless creamer of pink Tridacna; swelling sides; top edge gently bends inward. Part of a set including: #59.1.1, #59.1.2, and #59.1.3. From Fermanagh, Ireland.
59.1.2
Bowl, Sugar
1891 – 1959
Irish porcelain colorless sugar bowl of pink Tridacna; swelling sides; top edge gently bends inward. Part of a set including: #59.1.1, #59.1.2, and #59.1.3. From Fermanagh, Ireland.
59.1.1
teapot
1891 – 1959
Teapot and cover of Basket or Tridacna shell design; edges and handles decorated in pink; spout decorated in pink relief vinelike decoration. Part of a set that includes: #59.1.1, #59.1.2, and #59....
42.8.2 A
Hat
1890s
Green velvet hat with gold netting and filgree around the edge. Pearl and jewel accents in the trim with a large white feather on the back. Inside tag states, '26. Place Vendome/Ancienne Maison/Pau...
D603
pump (shoes)
circa 1890 – 1920
Pair of satin and brocade pumps with a brocade bow. Front part of shoe is covered in a pale blue-green satin; mid-section to heel is covered in a brown and blue floral brocade. Shoe has a three-inc...
D520
Bodice
1890s
Cream colored bodice with square neckline. The front is lace with silk that is draped over it in the center with two bows. Sleeves and back are silk. Sleeves have lace trim. Bows on each side befor...
P1713
Print, Photographic
1890s
Candid snapshot of Virginia Fair (Mrs. William K. Vanderbilt, Jr.) bathing at Bailey's Beach.
P5896
Print, Photographic
circa 1890 – 1939
A black and white photograph of Hugh L. Willoughby seated at a desk. The photograph is torn in two pieces from top to bottom.
2019.026.006
Photograph album
1890 – 1960
Photograph album compiled by Wilfred Warren, containing photographs, copy photos and postcards of miscellaneous views, including Block Island, railways, and airships. The Newport-Tiverton railcar i...
2019.026.005
Photograph album
1890 – 1960
Photograph album compiled by Wilfred Warren, containing photographs, copy photos and postcards of steamships, ferries and boats. A number of different vessels are represented, including the steamer...
2019.026.004
Photograph album
1890 – 1960
Photograph album compiled by Wilfred Warren, containing photographs, copy photos and postcards of Jamestown. The album contains views of the West ferry and East ferry, Beavertail lighthouse, the Ba...
2019.026.003
Photograph album
1890 – 1960
Photograph album compiled by Wilfred Warren, containing photographs of the Newport waterfront and harbor. The album contains images of Long Wharf, City Wharf, the hurricane of 1938, the Newport Yac...
2019.026.002
Photograph album
1890 – 1960
Photograph album compiled by Wilfred Warren, containing photographs of Washington Square and Thames Street. The album contains images of the Parade, businesses on upper and lower Thames Street, and...
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