Photograph
William Scott, Firefighting "Torch Boy"
William Scott, former torch boy, holding one of the kerosene torches used in fire fighting in the 1880's. |
Image ID: | 84442 |
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Creation Date: | 03 1953 |
Creator Name: | Newhouse, John |
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Collection Name: | John Newhouse photographs, interviews and other materials, 1945-1974 |
Genre: | Photograph |
Original Format Type: | negative, original |
Original Format Number: | (N48)2064 |
Original Dimensions: | 4 x 5 inches |
At the time the photograph was taken, Mr. Scott was believed to be the last surviving torch boy in Madison, Wisconsin. Torch boys ran ahead of fire engines to light their way through the streets at night. |
Eyeglasses |
Hats |
Coats |
Implements, utensils, etc. |
Indoor photography |
Men |
Portrait photography |
Fire fighters |
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Location: | Wisconsin Historical Society Archives, 4th Floor, Madison, Wisconsin |
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