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Photographer J. Robert Tayor
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Standing atop a special vehicle fitted with a body built to resemble a camera, Taylor found the ideal vantage point from which to cover a news event. The car was equipped with a complete photographic darkroom that enabled him to develop his images on site. The side of the vehicle says: "News Picture Service of The Milwaukee Journal First - by Merit".
1928
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J. Robert Taylor
J. Robert Taylor, the first photographer for the Milwaukee Journal, poses in a formal portrait, standing with his pipe. He wears a cravat style tie and a vest.
J. Robert Taylor on Motorcycle
1911
Front view of the photographer J. Robert Taylor on his motorcycle.
J. Robert Taylor with Pike
1940
The photographer holding a large Northern Pike and smoking a pipe in a living room.
Portrait of J. Robert Taylor
Self-portrait of the photographer sitting on a table near a wall wearing a hat and holding a newspaper and pipe.
Jeremiah Curtin Birthplace
Birthplace of Jeremiah Curtin. There are small buildings and a silo in the background.
Portrait of J. Robert Taylor
Studio portrait of J. Robert Taylor with a pipe in his mouth.
