Louis S. Slevin
American photographer (1878-1945) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Louis Stanislaus Slevin, (November 7, 1878 – November 9, 1945) was an American photographer, known for his black-and-white images of the Monterey Peninsula. He was a pioneer in the early days of Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, the first to open a general merchandise store in 1905, the first postmaster, first express agent, and first city treasurer. His photographs of Carmel from 1903 to 1835 are recognized as a record of Carmel's past.[1] His photo collection is housed at the Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.[2]
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Louis S. Slevin | |
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Born | Louis Stanislaus Slevin (1878-11-07)November 7, 1878 San Francisco, California, US |
Died | November 9, 1945(1945-11-09) (aged 67) |
Known for | Photography and businessman |
Spouse | Mabel O'Connell |
Children | 2 |
Elected | City treasurer |
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