Old Town Canoe Company
Wentworth Institute Engraving
Content type
Graphic Arts
The origins of this print are unclear. It is inscribed as being produced by the students of the Department of Printing, Wentworth Institute, Boston.
This image also appears on the cover of the 1918 Old Town Canoe Company catalog. It is not known if the students of Wentworth Institute created this design, or how Old Town Canoe Company also came to use this image.
H. & D. Folsom Arms Co. Undated
Content type
Manufacturer Catalog
This undated catalog is circa 1908-1910, based on the Old Town Otca model offered only in 16- and 17-foot lengths. The 18' Otca first appears in Old Town's 1911 catalog.
Braley Gray's Business Card
Content type
Postcard
While this entry appears at first glance to be a postcard image, it is actually Braley Gray's business card.
Joyful Canoe Camping
Content type
Postcard
This isn't really a postcard, as the back is blank.
Old Town Canoe Company
Content type
Postcard
This postcard in my collection has a mailing date in 1973.
Jeanette MacDonald
Content type
Vintage Photographs
In this photo, actress and singer Jeanette MacDonald has apparently been sent adrift (without a paddle) in an Old Town Canoe Company Otca model can
Jim Braddock
Content type
Vintage Photographs
Jim Braddock (1905–1974) was the world heavyweight boxing champion 1935–1937. Here is shown paddling an Old Town canoe.
Interior, Sporting Goods Shop
Content type
Vintage Photographs
This unique snapshot shows the interior of a sporting goods shop, probably circa the 1930s.