Description: HARRIS AND EWING PHOTOS THE LADY FROM ALABAMA WASHINGTON, D.C. NOV. 13—ALABAMA'S JUNIOR SENATOR, MRS. DIXIE BIBB GRAVES, WAS BACK AT HER DESK AT THE CAPITOL TODAY AND EAGER FOR THE OPENING OF THE SPECIAL SESSION THIS CONVENES ON MONDAY. SHE WAS APPOINTED TO THE SENATE BY HER HUSBAND, GOV. BIBB GRAVES, TO FILL THE SEAT VACATED BY THE APPOINTMENT OF HUGO L. BLACK TO THE SUPREME COURT. 11/13/37 This photograph features Mrs. Dixie Bibb Graves, who served as Alabama's junior senator, returning to her desk at the Capitol in anticipation of the upcoming special session. She was appointed to the Senate by her husband, Governor Bibb Graves, following the elevation of Hugo L. Black to the U.S. Supreme Court. Dixie Bibb Graves was the first woman to represent Alabama in the Senate, marking a significant milestone in the state's political history. === This 7x8.5” original type 1 photograph is from the personal collection of photographer Wes Howland (1906-1956). Howland was a reporter with the Harris-Ewing news service in Washington D.C from 1931-1941, and went on to serve with the military. He was one of a small number of photographers with complete access to the White House, Capitol, Senate, and House. This photo was part of a collection of over 1200 8x10” Wes Howland personal archive images that we acquired from his estate. These original prints are exceptionally rare, if not the only that exist. 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. This photo is a unique piece of history, and we trust you will enjoy it in your collection. We are happy to offer discounts if you order multiple photos. Simply send us discounted offers on each photo that you would like to purchase. We are happy to combine shipping and refund any excess paid.
Price: 34.95 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2025-01-27T14:44:45.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Size: 8.5 x 7”
Image Color: Black & White
Material: Paper
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Framing: Unframed
Subject: 1930s, Capitol Hill, Government, Senate, Senator, Washington, Washington, D.C., White House
Vintage: Yes
Brand: Unbranded
Type: Photograph
Unit Type: Unit
Year of Production: 1937
Photographer: Wes Howland
Number of Photographs: 1
Theme: Americana, Celebrities, Cities & Towns, Community Life, Conflicts & Wars, Famous Places, History, Militaria, People, Politics, Social History
Style: Documentary, Photojournalism
Features: Press Photograph
Featured Person/Artist: Ewing & Harris, Wes Howland
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Finish: Metallic
