Fath x Halpert 1949-1959 Miscellaneous, 1949-1959
Scope and Contents
This folder contains miscellaneous papers regarding Jacques Fath and Joseph Halpert dating 1949 to 1959.
Dates
- Creation: 1949-1959
Creator
- Halpert, Joseph ([1896]-1959) (Person)
Language of Materials
English French Latin
Conditions Governing Access
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Biographical / Historical
Joseph Halpert was an American clothing manufacturer. In 1914, Halpert went into business with Julius Golstein as a dress manufacturer until 1930 when he established The Joseph Halpert Corporation. Hapert's dresses were known for their high style yet wearable designs. He was a founder of the Fashion Originators Guild and served on the board of Marine Midland Trust Company. He liquidated The Joseph Halpert Corporation in 1954 and then served briefly as President of the J.R. McMullen Company before his death in 1959.
Full Extent
From the Collection: 1 placeholder : 1.75 linear feet
Physical Description
1 folder
General
Joseph Halpert was an American clothing manufacturer. In 1914, Halpert went into business with Julius Golstein as a dress manufacturer until 1930 when he established The Joseph Halpert Corporation. Hapert's dresses were known for their high style yet wearable designs. He was a founder of the Fashion Originators Guild and served on the board of Marine Midland Trust Company. He liquidated The Joseph Halpert Corporation in 1954 and then served briefly as President of the J.R. McMullen Company before his death in 1959.
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Repository Details
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