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The human story behind a cabin trunk

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    In a previous blog I shared the story of Herman Booth and his cabin trunk.
    Earlier this week, I received a letter from Mr Booth’s relatives containing two wonderful photographs of the man himself. These snapshots offer a fascinating glimpse into the human life behind the object.
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    Above, Herman and his wife enjoying a leisurely stroll. His three-piece suit is accessorised with less formal white shoes. This casual footwear indicates they are on holiday and leads me to wonder if they were accompanied by the*cabin trunk on this trip.
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    Above, Herman relaxes at home. His smart attire – a lounge coat with a button hole*–* is typical of the early twentieth century.
    Many thanks to the relatives of Herman Booth for sharing these photographs with us.

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