Series I: Photographs, undated, 1890-1941, with gaps
Scope and Contents
This series contains photographs of the extended Ratshesky family, including the Ratshesky’s sister, Rebecca Morse and her family, Edith Ratshesky’s parents and sister Laura, who passed away at 27, as well as Edith’s nephew Robert Brandt and his family. In addition to the family photographs there are numerous exterior and interior shots of “The Birches,” the family’s summer home, as well as photographs of Czechoslovakian Presidents Masaryk and Benes and Minister to the United States, Vererka. Photographs of trips to Czechoslovakia and from the Goodwill Tour are also included with reports.
Dates
- undated, 1890-1941, with gaps
Creator
- From the Collection: Ratshesky, Abraham C. (Person)
Language of Materials
The collection is in English.
Access Restrictions
This collection is open for researcher use. Please contact us to request access or to make an appointment to view this collection at jhcreference@nehgs.org.
Extent
From the Collection: 4.5 linear feet (4 manuscript boxes, 1 document box, 3 oversized folders)
Arrangement
Photographs are arranged by family name or subject.
Physical Description
Boxes 1-2.
Repository Details
Part of the Wyner Family Jewish Heritage Center at American Ancestors Repository