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An original 10x7" vintage Type 1 photo from the archives of Wesley Howland, a Washington D.C. photographer in the 1930s. He worked for the Harris-Ewing news service and was active in the Washington D.C. social and political scene. Professionally packaged in a rigid mailer for safe delivery.
Photo Overview
This captivating vintage photograph, taken in Washington D.C. in 1936 by renowned photographer Wesley Howland for the Harris-Ewing news service, showcases seven members of the People's Mandate committee. The figures are Tony G. Badiali, Joseph Poggiar, William McClement, Betty Stradley, Mrs. A. Fowler, John J. McGuick, and Edward Giovannelli, gathered on a city street, collecting signatures for a petition to end war. The image captures the essence of civic activism during the political climate of the 1930s.
The People's Mandate committee was an influential group during the interwar period, driven by a mission to promote peace and prevent future conflicts. They were notably denied access to Constitution Hall by the Daughters of the American Revolution, highlighting the challenges faced by peace advocates at the time. Own a piece of history and support the spirit of peace and activism by adding this original press photo to your collection today.
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SEEK PEACE IN COLD
WASHINGTON, D.C. Members of the People's
Mandate committee, banned from Constitution Hall,
they say, by the Daughters of the American Revolution
management, secure signatures on a petition to end
war. From the left—Toney G. Badiali, New Bethlehem,
Pa.; Joseph Poggiar, Indianapolis, Ind.; William
McClement, Wheeling, W. Va.; Miss Betty Stradley,
Mrs. A. Fowler, of Washington; John J. McGuick,
Brackenridge, Pa.; and Edward Giovannelli, of
Rockaway, Pa. 1/31/36 HARRIS & EWING PHOTOS.
Condition: Fair to good vintage condition. Please see photos for detailed scans to note any issues.
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This photo was part of a collection of over 1200 photos from Wes Howland's personal archive that we acquired from his estate.
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.
