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General office Virginia Beneficial and Insurance Co. Norfolk, Va. 1907. Creator: Unknown
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General office Virginia Beneficial and Insurance Co. Norfolk, Va. 1907. Creator: Unknown
General office Virginia Beneficial and Insurance Co. Norfolk, Va. 1907
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This photograph, taken in 1907, depicts the general office of the Virginia Beneficial and Insurance Company located in Norfolk, Virginia. The image, captured by an unknown photographer, offers a rare glimpse into the daily workings of an African American insurance company during the early 20th century. The photograph features a group of employees, both male and female, seated at their desks, engrossed in their tasks. The room is filled with the hum of activity, as bookkeepers meticulously record financial transactions, and insurance agents prepare documents for their clients. The atmosphere is one of focused determination, as the team works together to provide financial security and peace of mind to their community. The interior of the office is furnished with classic wooden desks, each adorned with a small lamp and a ledger or two. The walls are lined with shelves filled with books and documents, evidence of the extensive research and knowledge required in the insurance industry. The room is bathed in soft, natural light, casting long shadows across the floor and adding an air of sophistication to the scene. The Virginia Beneficial and Insurance Company was an important institution in the African American community of Norfolk, Virginia, and was part of the Hertel Jenkins Co. The company provided employment opportunities for many African Americans, offering them a chance to build a career and contribute to the economic growth of their community. This photograph is now part of the Jean Blackwell Hutson Research and Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture at the New York Public Library, providing an invaluable resource for scholars, historians, and anyone interested in the history of African Americans in business during the early 20th century.
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