Got this pic in the mail today of the place where my great-grandfather lived in as late as 1898... granted, the pic was taken 32 years after he last lived there, but it gives you an idea of the building. I would be willing to bet that the fire escapes did not exist when he lived there. My boss looked at the pick and said, "It looks like every other brownstone in Brooklyn."
Well, maybe so, He hee... but THIS one is special :)
Unfortunately, it seems the negative with the photo of the boarding house at 1410 St. Marks Ave was destroyed/damaged - so no pic of that place :(
Just placed orders for pictures of the four different addresses given by each of my great-grandparents on their marriage certificates. I hope they are not damaged also.
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Are you getting the photos from some historical group in Brooklyn?
Yes i am... Had heard about the NY Tax Photos from the 1930's some time ago.. with Herb's help getting actual addresses and his sending the online link to me have been able to order pics.
They are pretty pricey, however, if they can't locate the negatives (as many have deteriorated or been damaged) they do refund your money.
Here's the link to the place where you order the pics:
NY Tax Photos
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