Black and white photograph with individuals standing in front of the Wister House/ Vernon, with the following caption taped to the back: "Restoration of the Vernon House in Germantown is planned by community leaders so it can serve as headquarters for the Greater Germantown Appeal (GGA). Renovation is discussed by (from left to right): Robert W. Crawford of West Fairmount Park, commissioner, Philadelphia Department of Recreation; Jack Sheper of Northeast Philadelphia, of the Department of Recreation; Mrs. Maurice C. Clifford of Mt. Airy, co-chairman, Greater Germantown Appeal; and Dr. Aaron Gast of Ft. Washington, pastor, First Presbyterian Church in Germantown. The City of Philadelphia is leasing Vernon House to the Greater Germantown Appeal for a nominal sum of $1 a year, and is donating major renovation work. Members of the First Presbyterian Church are also helping with renovation. Greater Germantown Appeal is raising funds for 16 community organizations dedicated to the revitalization of the northwest section of the city. They are presently located at Greene and Westview Streets." The photo was apparently published in an unknown newspaper/ publication on April 10, 1975.
