Mrs. Harry Backus and Children

Creator

Preview

Identifier

20027658

Description

Mrs. Harry Backus and her two children, Judith Kay and Marilyn are shown dressing-up in Japanese clothing. The souvenirs were sent back from Okayama, Japan, by Sergeant Backus, who is serving in the United States Army, 24th Division. The family is shown sitting on a couch. Mrs. Backus is wearing a patterned kimono. Judith Kay is wearing a dress with a bow at the front. Marilyn is wearing a Japanese hat, button-up blouse, and shorts. She is trying on traditional Japanese shoes called Geta.

Archival Date

1946-04-08

Collection Name

Fort Worth Star-Telegram Collection

Collection Number

AR406-6-408

Original Format

Negatives, Black & White

File Format

JPG

Rights

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License

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Subjects

Souvenirs; Kimonos; Umbrellas; Dresses; Shorts; Infants; Hats