Vintage Portrait of a 1910s-Era Gentleman

This photograph features P. Althouse and was captured by the Bain News Service between 1915 and 1920. During this time, the Bain News Service was prominent in providing photojournalism and visual documentation of notable figures and events, contributing significantly to the historical narrative of the early 20th century. P. Althouse is not just a figure in this image but represents a period when photography was evolving as a means of storytelling, offering insights into the people and culture of the time.

Taken as part of a broader effort to archive significant public figures, this glass negative provides a glimpse into the eras photographic techniques. Glass negatives, like the one used for this image, were a popular medium before the advent of modern film. They allowed for high-quality reproductions, making them valuable for newspapers and publications of the time. The work of the Bain News Service, including this photograph, helps document the personalities that shaped history during this transformative period.