Scrapbook. Candid photographs of Doberman outdoor show, c. 1960-1980
Scope and Contents
William ("Bill") T. Haines was a Doberman owner, exhibitor, handler, and breeder in the late 1950s-1960s through his Michigan kennel, Checkmate Kennels and co-breeder/co-owner Jack F. Hronek. His breeding collaboration with Toledobes produced generations of champion Dobermans and foundation for start-up kennels.
This collection includes several scrapbooks mainly dedicated to Ch. Alemaps Checkmate, but also containing photographs of Haines' other Dobermans. In addition, there are a scrapbook, photographs (candid and win shots), and a folder containing correspondence, pedigrees, and other records of various Dobermans and Haines' Checkmate Kennels.
Dates
- c. 1960-1980
Language of Materials
The bulk of this collection is in English. There are also some periodicals, books, and pedigrees in German.
Access Restrictions
Two document boxes comprising governance files and National Specialty records are restricted and inaccessible due to the presence of inactive mold. Please see the archivist for details. The rest of the This collection is open to research without restrictions.
Physical Description
From the Collection: 141.52 Linear Feet (170 boxes) : in 64 document boxes, 6 legal-sized boxes, 7 cartons, 56 flat photo/folder boxes, 2 photo album boxes, 5 DVD/CD boxes, 1 slide box, 33 oversize boxes of varying sizes.
Note
Removed from very poor condition scrapbook. No identifying information for any of the photographs. Includes one negative. Donated by William (Bill) Haines.
Creator
- From the Collection: Doberman Pinscher Club of America (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the American Kennel Club Library & Archives Repository
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