Box AV.1

Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series: Most National Specialty photographs are in color. The 1981 event was shot by Louis Gossett, and all others were covered by John Ashbey. Date, location, and dog name are indicated.In addition to win shots, most series of photographs after 1993 are accompanied by brochures, and other photos of the trophy and award table, venue, and event.Small collections of photos were contributed by the handler Ruth Cooper and Omaha, Nebraska-based Standard Poodle breeder Lorraine...

Scope and Contents From the Series: Dog Show materials include files on the club's Annual Specials/National Specialties from 1935 to 1988. Files through the late 1950s variably include schedules and lineups, lists of winners and approved judges, and all related correspondence on subjects including registration and regulation changes, premium list and catalog production, and the arrangements and disbursement of cash awards and trophies. Later ones also feature premium lists, judges programs, AKC show date and judge approval...

Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series: Of special note is the original travel journal maintained by Blanche Saunders on the famous 1937 “trailer trek” across the country, in which some photos are affixed. Further photographs depicts Walker and Saunders at various stages in their lives and careers; obedience demos and classes, from the early 1935 Bedford Hills training to the famous Yankee Stadium and Rockefeller Plaza performances; and significant poodles from Carillon Kennel. Many of the famous and iconic images taken by Louise...

Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series: Most National Specialty photographs are in color. The 1981 event was shot by Louis Gossett, and all others were covered by John Ashbey. Date, location, and dog name are indicated.In addition to win shots, most series of photographs after 1993 are accompanied by brochures, and other photos of the trophy and award table, venue, and event.Small collections of photos were contributed by the handler Ruth Cooper and Omaha, Nebraska-based Standard Poodle breeder Lorraine...