Exterior view of east front of residence of William Ashmead, built in 1740 and later owned by his son John Ashmead. Image depicts the site when it was under the ownership of the Manheim Stables & Riding Academy, and contains a partial view of a banner advertising the stables and academy., Photographer's imprint printed on mount., Title given in manuscript on mount.
Creator
Bullock, John G., 1854-1939, photographer
Date
ca. 1913
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department lantern - Bullock [P.9731.27]
Exterior view of east front of dwelling of Captain Albert Ashmead, built before 1796. Albert's grandfather, William Ashmead, manufactured Germantown wagons in the rear of the property. Main house was used as a show room and was later turned into residence after Albert Ashmead's marriage. Includes a banner hanging in between 5430 and 5434 Main Street ( i.e. Germantown Avenue), advertising John A. Foley's Manheim Stables & Riding Academy at 5434 Main Street., Photographer's imprint printed on mount., Title given in manuscript on mount.
Creator
Bullock, John G., 1854-1939, photographer
Date
ca. 1913
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department lantern - Bullock [P.9731.26]
