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Title: Ocean from the beach, [Sea Girt, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing a landscape scene of the ocean from the beach at Sea Girt, N.J. Waves break on the right side of the negative and race toward shore in the foreground., Photographer remarks: Neg. not dense enough., Time: 8:20, Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: September 11, 1886
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1021]

Title: Fleet of schooners & fire breakers from beach, [Sea Girt, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing a group of sailing ships at sea seen from the shore at Sea Girt, N.J. Waves crash and foam in the foreground., Time: 10:30, Light: Fair sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: September 11, 1886
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1023]

Title: 3 masted schooner "John M. Brown" from beach, [Sea Girt, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing a large sailing ship, named "John M. Brown," with three masts and multiple sails from the shore at Sea Girt, N.J. The water is calm and another ship is visible in the far distance., Photographer remarks: Very close to shore., Time: 9, Light: Fair sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: September 13, 1886
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1024]

Title: Luray Inn from lawn, [VA]
Description: Glass negative showing multi-story Luray Inn built in 1883 after designs of George Pearson (1847-1920) in Luray, Va. The inn has multiple sections, a porch on the right and an octagonal tower on the left. Diagonal lines of latticework decorates the gables of the building and a drive lined with slender trees leads to the front entrance. The Luray Inn was built by the Luray Cave and Hotel Company, a subsidiary of the Shenandoah Valley Railroad. The inn was razed by fire in 1891., Photographer remarks: Developed at Nat. Bridge., Time: 1, Light: Good sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: October 12, 1886
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1034]

Title: Luray Inn from R[ail]R[oad] Station, [VA]
Description: Glass negative showing the multi-story Luray Inn, built in 1883 after designs of George Pearson (1847-1920) in Luray, VA. The inn has multiple sections, a porch on the right and an octagonal tower on the left. Diagonal lines of latticework decorates the gables of the building and a drive lined with slender trees leads to the front entrance. This view is from a distance, with railroad tracks visible in the foreground. The Luray Inn was built by the Luray Cave and Hotel Company, a subsidiary of the Shenandoah Valley Railroad. The inn was razed by fire in 1891., Time: 2:30, Light: Sun out good., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: October 12, 1886
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1035]

Title: Shutter picture from [railroad] car window of Shenandoah River, [VA]
Description: Glass negative showing a view of the Shenandoah river taken from the car of a railroad train. Each bank is lined with trees, their branches reflected in the water. A mountain rises in the distance and is visible through the trees., Time: 4:30, The emulsion is flaking off the plate, especially in the lower right and upper left corners., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: October 12, 1886
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1036]

Title: Natural Bridge from below, down bed of Cedar Creek, [VA]
Description: Glass negative showing the Natural Bridge extending over Cedar Creek. Trees and other foliage line either side of the creek, which has a rocky streambed. The Natural Bridge extends up the right side of the frame. The Natural Bridge was likely made from an ancient underground river and became a popular tourist destination by the early 19th century. It was once a sacred site of the Monacan tribe. Thomas Jefferson purchased the surrounding land in Cedar Creek, Va. and built up inns for visitors., Photographer remarks: Undertimed., Time: 10:10, Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: October 13, 1886
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1037]

Title: 3 masted schooner "Vanname & King" from beach, [Sea Girt, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing a large sailing ship with three masts and multiple sails, named "Vanname & King," seen at a distance from the shore at Sea Girt, N.J. Another ship with two masts is visible in the far distance to the left., Time: 9:30, Light: Looking into sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: September 13, 1886
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1025]

Title: Old millwheel & bridge over the Hawkskill, at Luray [VA]
Description: Glass negative showing a river in Luray, Virginia with a mill located on the left bank. The mill wheel dips into the water and the building sits slightly above on a hill. In the distance, a covered bridge crosses the river., Photographer remarks: Undertimed., Time: 12:25, Light: Strong sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: October 12, 1886
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1032]

Title: My bicycle, side view in front of box bush, (Miss Annes)
Description: Glass negative showing Marriott Morris' bicycle with a large front wheel posed in front of a leafy bush in a garden., Time: 2:00, Light: Dark day, no sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: June 9, 1887
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1138]

Title: View in crowd, Wash Day, [Sea Girt, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing a large group of men, women, and children gathered on the beach for Jersey Wash Day. Many of the people wear hats and some women carry parasols. A covered pavillion filled with people stands in the background to the right. Jersey Wash Day, also known as Salt Water Day or Ocean Day, was an annual event held the second Saturday of August near Wreck Pond in Sea Girt. Farmers living twenty to thirty miles from Sea Girt came to the sea to spend a day bathing and celebrating. The tradition, begun before 1853, stopped around the 1930s., Time: 12:05, Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: August 13, 1887
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1184]

Title: 104er (Gertrude Mellor) [near well in woods, Manasquan, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing Gerturde Mellor seated on a wooden stool leaning against a tree trunk at Manasquan, N.J. She wears a polka dotted dress, hat and locket and holds a parasol in her hand., At same place., Time: 11:10, Light: Fair sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: July 18, 1887
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1158]

Title: Steamer Helen on Shrewsbury R[iver], [Sandy Hook, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing a steamboat sailing on the Shrewsbury River at Sandy Hook, N.J. The word "Helen" is written on the hull. Various buildings occupy the shoreline, the closest one flying a flag from a flagpole., Time: 1:15, Light: Good sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: August 8, 1887
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1164]

Title: Sloop on the Shrewsbury River, [Sandy Hook, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing a small sailboat on the Shresbury River at Sandy Hook, N.J. The boat's reflection is clear in in the calm water. The far bank is barely visible in the distance., Photographer remarks: Upright on plate., Time: 11:50, Light: Good sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: August 8, 1887
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1165]

Title: Glimpse of river and ocean from road up to lighthouse, [Sandy Hook, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing a view of the ocean seen from a hilltop at Sandy Hook, N.J. A road extends down the hill with houses on the right and trees on the left., Time: 12:00, Light: Strong sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: August 8, 1887
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1166]

Title: Sandy Hook from top of S. tower of Highland [Navesink] lighthouse, [NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing a view of the ocean seen from the top of the south tower of the Navesink Light Station. Trees extend down the hill to the water where a curving coastline is visible in the distance., Time: 3:00, Light: Good sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: August 8, 1887
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1171]

Title: Aunt A.T. [Anna Tatnall] Canby. [Sea Girt, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing a three-quarter length portrait of Marriott C. Morris' aunt Anna Tatnall Canby. She sits in a wicker chair and wears a straw hat with ribbons, a brooch, and a checkered shawl., Photographer remarks: In porch. A little overexp., Time: 3:50, Light: Good, Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: July 21, 1884
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.290]

Title: Haines Falls, cascade below Main Falls, [Catskills]
Description: Glass negative showing the Haines Falls cascading down a rocky hillside surrounded by trees., Photographer remarks: Good, but too strong effect of light & shade to make an effective picture. Var[nished], Time: 10:30 A.M., Light: Shady., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: August 14, 1882
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.30]

Title: Anna H. Chase and camera, taking view in park
Description: Glass negative showing Anna H. Chase taking a photograph using a camera standing on a tripod, possibly at Crescent Park, Sea Girt. A box of equipment sits at her feet. She wears a wide-brimmed hat and a long dress., Photographer remarks: Underdeveloped, I think. Intens. 1,10,'85, Time: 1:10, Light: Weak, no sun., The negative is very light., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: July 29, 1884
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.309]

Title: Carpenter Shop from W. door, Founders Hall, [Haverford College]
Description: Glass negative showing the carpenter shop and a second low building at Haverford College (founded 1833) surrounded by trees. A water pump stands on a small hill at the right and a dog sits in the grass in front of the building on the left., Photographer remarks: One of new B's same rapidity as old J.C.B.s. Not focused well. Poor neg., Time: 1:30, Light: Fair, sun shining., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: March 18, 1884
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.232]

Title: Glacial scratches on rocks under Kittatinny House, [Delaware Water Gap]
Description: Glass negative showing a jagged cliff face with glacial scratches. Rail road tracks run parallel to the cliff. A man and woman stand at the base of the cliff., Photographer remarks: Very dark. In neg. preserver. Intens., Time: 6:30 P.M., Light: Not very strong., Bottom edge of the plate is rough and unfinished., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: June 30, 1884
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.275]

Title: Marshall's Falls. Figures in foregr[oun]d. [Monroe Co., Pa.]
Description: Glass negative showing a group of five women and one man seated along a riverbank near Marshall's Falls. A large tree with exposed roots leans to the left in the foreground and the waterfall is visible through the trees in the background. The women wear long dresses and hats and the man wears a hat., Farther off than last., Photographer remarks: Underexposed., Time: 1:05, Light: same as last. [good sun on fall], Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: July 2, 1884
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.279]

Title: Old house nearly opp. Armat St., on Main, No. 4818 Main St., [Germantown]
Description: Glass negative showing Christian Lehman's two-story stone house at 5524 Germantown Avenue. Vines climb up the walls on the right. Trees grow on either side of the house and back gate is visible on the right. Christian Lehman was born in Germany in 1714 and immigrated to the United States in 1731. He worked as a land surveyor and flower merchant. By 1809, the house had passed to his son, Benjamin., Photographer remarks: Pretty good picture., Time: 9:40 A.M., Light: Bright sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: September 7, 1883
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.182]

Title: Barclay Hall, [Haverford College] from near our cricket crease
Description: Glass negative showing the residential hall Barclay Hall at Haverford College, a three-story brick building with a tall spire. Winter trees occupy the lawn in the foreground. Barclay Hall was built in 1877 to expand the living quarters of Haverford College, originally founded in 1833., Photographer remarks: Very pretty negative., Time: 12:10 P.M., Light: Faint sun, Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: November 19, 1883
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.188]

Title: Side of old Wister House, [Germantown]
Description: Glass negative showing the old Wister House, a two-story house with a porch and shuttered windows surrounded by trees., Photographer remarks: Quite a dense negative. Almost too much contrast., Time: 10:15, Light: Strong, Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: September 4, 1883
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.179]

Title: Schooner from beach, [Sea Girt, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing a schooner with two masts seen from a distance on the ocean at Sea Girt., Photographer remarks: Poor neg., Time: 4:50, Light: Fairly strong., The emulsion has been discolored in large patches across the negative., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: July 13, 1884
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.285]

Title: Schooner from beach, [Sea Girt, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing a two masted schooner in the ocean at Sea Girt seen from a distance., Presumably the same ship depicted in plate 285., Photographer remarks: In neg. preserver. Good., Time: 2:30, Light: good sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: July 21, 1884
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.288]

Title: Haines Falls, Main Falls, [Catskills]
Description: Glass negative showing a view of Haines and Main Falls, two waterfalls cascading over a rocky cliff. Two figures, one carrying a parasol, stand in the foreground., Photographer remarks: Better situation than no. 28. Got both falls in this time. Very good picture. Var[nished], Time: 10 A.M., Light: Quite strong., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: August 14, 1882
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.29]

Title: Breakers at Applegate's Pier, [Atlantic City, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing Applegate's Pier at Atlantic City, a long two-story wooden pier extending into the ocean as waves break near the shore. Two figures stand on the upper level of the pier., Photographer remarks: Instantaneous. Very weak., Time: 10:50, Light: Bright, Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: April 28, 1884
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.254]

Title: [Breakers at Applegate's Pier], [Atlantic City, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing Applegate's Pier at Atlantic City, a long two-story wooden pier extending into the ocean as waves break near the shore. People walk on the pier., Nearly same as last., Photographer remarks: Very weak, Time: 11, Light: Strong., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: April 28, 1884
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.255]

Title: St. David's Church from the W[est, Radnor, Pa.]
Description: Glass negative showing St. David's Church, a one-story stone church building surrounded by trees. A cemetary rests in the field next to the church. St. David’s, originally a Welsh Anglican church built in 1715, became Episcopalian during the Revolution. While the original building was still used for worship and events, the growing congregation led to the construction of new chapels in 1956 and again in 2006., Photographer remarks: This & 3 preceeding taken with G.V. [George Vaux]'s camera., Time: 12:30, Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: September 19, 1885
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.760]

Title: Cane-rush between '88 & '89 at Haverford College
Description: Glass negative showing a group of men from the classes of 1888 and 1889 gathered in a field at Haverford College (founded 1833) to participate in the cane rush. Most of the men wear jackets and hats as they cluster together looking toward something in the center of their circle. The cane rush was an annual event where sophomores and freshman would fight to put the most hands on a cane. The event was officially abolished in 1889., Same subject as last, Time: 12:15, Light: Good sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: October 7, 1885
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.768]

Title: Cane-rush at Haverford [College] between '88 & '89
Description: Glass negative showing a group of men from the classes of 1888 and 1889 gathered in a field at Haverford College (founded 1833) to participate in the cane rush. Most of the men wear jackets and hats as they cluster together looking toward something in the center of their circle. The cane rush was an annual event where sophomores and freshman would fight to put the most hands on a cane. The event was officially abolished in 1889., Same subject as last., Photographer remarks: Developed by Campbell at W.J. Intens. 5/85[86?]., Time: 12:20, Light: Good sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: October 7, 1885
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.769]

Title: Bridge over French Creek near French Creek Station, [Pa.]
Description: Glass negative showing a covered bridge crossing over French Creek. Trees hang over the creek from the right bank. A woman stands on the bank near a bend in the creek., Light: Good sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: November, 1885
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.795]

Title: Old Kimberton School, Kimberton, Chester Co. Penna
Description: Glass negative showing Kimberton School, a series of three-story buildings located on a street corner. The building on the right has a lantern spire on the roof and the center building has multiple chimneys. A stone wall and wooden fence separate the buildings from the road. Emmor Kimber (1775-1850), a Quaker educator, established Kimberton Boarding School, originally the French Creek Boarding School for Girls, in 1817. The name changed in 1820. It specialized in training girls to become teachers and operated with an honor code instead of a penal system. The school closed after Kimber’s death in 1850., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: November, 1885
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.797]

Title: On Brandywine looking up from below 3rd dam, on race bank, [Wilmington, DE]
Description: Glass negative showing Brandywine River separated down the center by a long island with a pathway. Trees line the riverbank, almost falling into the water., Light: No sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: November 25, 1885
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.802]

Title: Swaim's Laboratory from Mr. Carbutt's window, [at 628-630 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia]
Description: Glass negative showing the side of Swaim's Laboratory on the 600 block of Chestnut Street. Half the sign is visible and a large tree stands to the left of the buliding., Photographer remarks: Taken to test lens which Mr. C said was a very good one. Underexposed., Time: 3:15 PM, Light: Strong., Photo seems to have been taken from the second story of a neighboring building., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: May 19, 1883
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.78]

Title: [Full length silhouette of possibly Samuel B. Morris]
Description: Glass negative showing a silhouette, possibly of Marriott C. Morris' grandfather Samuel B. Morris (1791-1859) standing in profile holding a hat in his hand., Probably incorrectly identified on negative sleeve: Elliston P. Morris., See P.9895.11.12., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: ca. 1899
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [*P.9895.9.10]

Title: [Building, possibly a school]
Description: Glass negative showing a one-story building, possibly a school, from across a dirt road lined with wheel tracks. ATrees grow in the front lawn of the school. A tall, wooden pole stands in the sidewalk next to the drive leading to the building. A two-story building stands in the background to the left., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: ca. 1880-ca. 1900
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [*P.9895.7.15]

Title: National Bank of Germantown from pavement of Market Square
Description: Glass negative showing the National Bank of Germantown at 5504 Germantown Avenue, a two-story stone building with decorative bars on the side windows and an elaborate cornice and columns flanking the entryway. The bank stands on the corner of the brick road lined with trolley tracks. A police office stands on the street corner opposite the building. The National Bank of Germantown was chartered by the state of Pennsylvania in 1813 and began operations in 1814 in the parlor of the house of Dr. Charles Bensell. The bank built a new building on this site in 1868. The building was altered in 1890, 1907, and 1930., Photographer remarks: Cop on corner., Time: 8:42, Light: good sun, The emulsion is flaking along the top edge of the plate., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: April 15, 1891
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [*P.9895.1621]

Title: [Man among fire ruins of a building]
Description: Glass negative showing a man walking through the ruins of a building. Two tall poles and the outer wall still stand among the rubble. The ruins were likely from a fire at 721-723 Arch Street that also damaged Marriott C. Morris' father Elliston P. Morris' property at 715-719 Arch Street., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: ca. 1900
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [*P.9895.8.11]

Title: [Fire ruins of a building]
Description: Glass negative showing a view of a ruined building. A few tall columns and an outer wall still stand among the rubble. The ruins were likely from a fire at 721-723 Arch Street that also damaged Marriott C. Morris' father Elliston P. Morris' property at 715-719 Arch Street., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: ca. 1900
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [*P.9895.8.12]

Title: [Office of Elliston P. and Marriott C. Morris], 21 N. 7th St. Phila[delphia]
Description: Glass negative showing Marriott C. Morris and his father's four-story office at 21 North Seventh Street. The building is connected to a three- and five-story building on either side, each constructed from either stone or brick. The five-story building on the right is adorned, with the number 19 above the door. The word "George" is visible on the signage between the second and third floors. The building on the left displays a sign reading "Rent will improve, W. Bruce Barrow, 130 N. 12th St.", Photographer remarks: Photo taken 10/23 1905. Building torn down 10/30/1905. 2 mountd, Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: October 23, 1905
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [*P.9895.8.5]

Title: Phila[delphia] Shipbuilding Co. new dry dock
Description: Film negative showing a large ship named, [F]earless, in the Philadelphia Shipbuilding Company drydock surrounded by building materials. A ladder stands in front of the ship's propellor extending up to the deck., Originally located in negative album [P.2013.13a], Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: May 24, 1912
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.2013.13.475]

Title: View Northward from top of our house, [Sea Girt, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing a view of the Sea Girt shore seen from the top of the Morris family home, Avocado. The ocean is on the right and various buildings occupy the dunes to the left., Time: 3:20, Light: Good sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: September 7, 1887
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1197]

Title: Sharpie on Shrewsbury R[iver] from pier at Oceanic, [Monmouth Beach, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing a sailboat on the Shrewsbury River seen from a distance. The far shore is comprised of rolling hills., Photographer remarks: Too large a stop., Time: 11, Light: Good sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: September 7, 1887
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1201]

Title: Portion of our Niagara Party at one end of Parlor Car. Taken at Mauch Chunk, [Pa.]
Description: Glass negative showing a group of people posed inside a train car. Both men and women stand, sit, and kneel to fit into the crowded space. There are luggage racks above the group and doors to the next compartment behind them., Photographer remarks: Intens. 3/13, '86, Time: 9:30 P.M., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: February 27, 1888
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1265]

Title: Capt. David N. Curtis fishing boat at beach. [Sea Girt, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing a group of men pushing Capt. David N. Curtis' fishing boat into the ocean at Sea Girt. Waves break against the shore as the five men lead the boat into the surf. The men all wear hats., Time: 5:20, Light: Fair sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: September 8, 1887
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1207]

Title: [Capt. David N. Curtis' boat going out over breakers, Sea Girt, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing a group of men pushing Capt. David N. Curtis' fishing boat into the ocean at Sea Girt. Waves break against the shore as the men lead the boat into the surf. Three men stand on the shore while three men sit in the boat. All of the men wear hats., Same subject as last., Time: 5:25, Light: Fair sunlight., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: September 8, 1887
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1208]

Title: Capt. [David N.] Curtis' boat going out over breakers, [Sea Girt, NJ]
Description: Glass negative showing Capt. David N. Curtis' fishing boat carrying a group of men sailing out over the breakers in the ocean at Sea Girt. Four oars extend over the water from inside the boat., Time: 5:35, Light: Fair sun., Digitization and cataloging has been made possible through the generosity of David Marriott Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, and William Perot Morris in memory of Marriott Canby Morris and his children: Elliston Perot Morris, Marriott Canby Morris Jr., and Janet Morris and in acknowledgment of his grandchildren: William Perot Morris, Eleanor Rhoads Morris Cox, Jonathan White Morris, and David Marriott Morris., Edited.
Creator: Morris, Marriott Canby, 1863-1948, photographer
Date: September 8, 1887
Location: Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Marriott C. Morris Collection [P.9895.1209]

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