The Early Home of the Famous Julia Marlowe, No. 207 West Front Street

Title

The Early Home of the Famous Julia Marlowe, No. 207 West Front Street

Description

Black and white photo image of the childhood home of Julia Marlowe in Portsmouth, Ohio. Marlowe was a famous actress who was born in England but grew up in Portsmouth. Her original name was Sarah Frances Frost but was changed to Julia Marlowe due to better stage appeal. She rose to fame in the late 1800's and early 1900's, even claiming the titles of the "First Lady of The American Stage" and "World's Greatest Shakespearean Actress."

Creator

Unknown

Date

1901-1907

Contributor

Scans donated by Paul O’Neill from the Bill Glockner collection

Format

Scanned 9 x 14 cm postcard

Coverage

Portsmouth, Scioto County, Ohio

Rights

Paul O'Neill