The Early Home of the Famous Julia Marlowe, No. 207 West Front Street
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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
Collection
Citation
Unknown, “The Early Home of the Famous Julia Marlowe, No. 207 West Front Street,” Local History Digital Collection, accessed May 19, 2024, https://www.yourppl.org/history/items/show/18976.