John Daley Sitting on Ladder under Lantern | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society

Photograph

John Daley Sitting on Ladder under Lantern

John Daley Sitting on Ladder under Lantern | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society
A river navigation light on the Mississippi River.  People were paid to keep them lit so the steam boats could operate at night. Bearded man sitting at base of ladder, which is leaning against a post supporting a lantern. In front of him are what appear to be two containers of lamp oil. There is water and a shoreline in the background.
DESCRIPTION
A river navigation light on the Mississippi River. People were paid to keep them lit so the steam boats could operate at night. Bearded man sitting at base of ladder, which is leaning against a post supporting a lantern. In front of him are what appear to be two containers of lamp oil. There is water and a shoreline in the background.
RECORD DETAILS
Image ID:95413
Creation Date:date unknown
Creator Name:Feiker, Frank
City:Waterloo
County:Grant
State:Wisconsin
Collection Name:Frank W. Feiker photographs, 1910-1950
Genre:Photograph
Original Format Type:negative, original
Original Format Number:(F4)461
Original Dimensions:7 x 5 inches
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
John Daley. Born ca 1824 in Ireland, died 8 May 1904.
SUBJECTS
Hats
Work clothes
Ladders
Beards
Men
Outdoor photography
Portrait photography
Shorelines
Water
Manual work
Plants
Trees
Lighting, architectural and decorative

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