1916 Cathedral Gathering of Whitman & Mitchel

The photograph Whitman & Mitchel at Cathedral, taken on May 9, 1916, captures a significant moment in the early 20th century. It features two men, Whitman and Mitchel, presumably engaging in a noteworthy event at a cathedral. While the specific architectural details of the cathedral arent highlighted, this scene is indicative of the time when cathedrals served as important social and community gathering places.

Photographers in the early 1900s, like those from the Bain News Service, utilized glass negatives to document notable events, people, and places. These images provide us with a window into the past, allowing us to observe not just the subjects, but also the fashion, social interactions, and the settings in which people lived and gathered. This photograph, part of that historical legacy, helps us appreciate the storytelling power of images and the evolution of photography as a form of documentation.