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4 photographs of Van Benthusen family.
A. Ecru photograph of Dr. Bernard Chesser. He is in navy dress whites in front of a building.
B. Copy of sepia portrait of Cornelia Van Benthusen Pettiner, 1802-1888. The wording on photo: younger sister of Grandfather James VanBenthusen. She is mother of James Pettiner, father of Minnie Pettiner. Born in Chappaqua NY. Married John S. Pettiner who was born in Derbyshire, England Jan 16, 1797, died NY 1860.
C. Aunt Lodema Van Benthusen, second wife of Uncle William Van Benthusen. Her name was Mrs. L. E. Wagon and her maiden name was Merritt. She was a native of Posey County, Indiana. Nov 2, 1819 - June 13, 1889.
D. Portrait of Man Van Benthusen, “Queen of Nereus”, New Orleans. She was a prominent member of New Orleans society in late 19th century. The title of Queen of Nereus refers to her role in the Krewe of Nereus, a Mardi Gras organization. Only the upper part of her dress is shown. there is lace work at the dropped shoulders and she is wearing a small crown on her upswept hair.Collection
Tipton Historical SocietyCreate Date
June 17, 2026Update Date
June 18, 2026
