National Society of the Colonial Dames of America, Athens Chapter. Athens homes, circa 1942.

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National Society of the Colonial Dames of America, Athens Chapter. Athens homes, circa 1942.

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The collection consists of pictures of some of Athens older homes. Some of the buildings noted are the Joseph Henry Lumpkin house, Howell Cobb house, and the Lucy Cobb Institute. Note: original plates have been cut and photos placed in individual folders (arranged by original plate number). Folder also includes an alphabetical subject list of photographs.

101 items (4.5 linear feet).

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SNAC Resource ID: 7311530

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