The 1862 articles of incorporation for the Society of the Seventh Day Adventists of Battle Creek, Michigan. This Protestant Christian denomination was founded in Battle Creek. It now claims over 86,500 churches and 21 million practitioners.
An image of a young man, identified as Russel Bates on the back of the photograph. Taken by Elmer E. Doty of Battle Creek, Mich. Photographer information provided by Kate Keller, contributor.
An image of a young woman, identified as Mildred Ayers on the front of the photograph. Taken by Elmer E. Doty of Battle Creek, Mich. Photographer information provided by Kate Keller, contributor.
A cabinet card image of a young woman, identified as Margaret Snyder on the back of the photograph. Taken by Moses B. Morrell of Battle Creek, Mich. Photographer information provided by Kate Keller, contributor.