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Digital image of sepia-tone photo of Washington St. celebrating election of DeSapio and ticket, Hoboken, May, 1947.
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Digital image of sepia-tone photo of Washington Street election celebration for Fred M. DeSapioa as Mayor and his ticket, Hoboken, May, 1947. 8" x 10" wide print, dry mounted and framed. Reverse is blank. None of the people are identified.
Paper dust cover on reverse of frame had modern holographic ink note by Dr. Gerard DeSapio: City Hall Election Night | May 1947 | Crowd filled more than 2 blocks | on Washington St.
The view is from an elevated position just south of 1st Street looking north. The street sign and an arrow sign are on a pole at the left. (City Hall is out-of-view to the left.) At the top left above the Thom McAn shoe store sign (108 Washington St.) is the Headquarters sign for the Good Government Candidates: Michael Borelli, Fred DeSapio, George J. Fitzpatrick, John J. Grogan, Stephen E. Mongiello.
2005.043.0042
2005.043
DeSapio, Dr. Gerard
Gift
Gift of Dr. Gerard DeSapio
n/a
1947 - 1947
Hoboken
Date: 1947-1947
Display Value: Good Original or Copy: Digital Copy Status: OK Status By: dw Status Date: 2005-06-24