Herman Collection (#9)

Counter from a Hollerith census tabulator, used in the U. S. Census of 1890. Contemporary American wood engraving
CENSUS TABULATOR, 1890. Counter from a Hollerith census tabulator, used in the U.S. Census of 1890. Contemporary American wood engraving

Horizontal section of the circuit closing press of a Hollerith census tabulator, used in the U. S. Census of 1890
CENSUS TABULATOR, 1890. Horizontal section of the circuit closing press of a Hollerith census tabulator, used in the U.S. Census of 1890. Contemporary American wood engraving

Patent drawing, 1889, for Herman Holleriths first tabulating machine used in the Eleventh U. S. Census of 1890
CENSUS COUNTING MACHINE. Patent drawing, 1889, for Herman Holleriths first tabulating machine used in the Eleventh U.S. Census of 1890

Method of arranging circuits for purposes of combining data according to sex and race in a Hollerith census tabulator
CENSUS TABULATOR, 1890. Method of arranging circuits for purposes of combining data according to sex and race in a Hollerith census tabulator, used in the U.S. Census of 1890

Saxon god Crodon. From Herman Stangefol Annales Circuli Westphaliae, 1656. Woodcut

Saxon god Hermensul (Irmensul) in armour and carrying scales, presiding over executive justice, From Herman Stangefol Annales Circuli Westphaliae, 1656. Woodcut

John Locke (1632-1704) English philosopher. Author of Essay Concerning Human Understanding (1690). Oil on Canvas: Herman Verelst 1689

Sapper (Lt-Col Herman Cyril McNeile - 1888-1937) English novelist and short story writer. Creator of Bulldog Drummond, the ex-army adventurer hero of many thrillers

(1668-1738). Dutch physician. Contemporary line engraving
HERMANN BOERHaVE (1668-1738). Dutch physician. Contemporary line engraving

American Red Cross poster with a nurse holding a wounded soldier, during World War I. Lithograph by Herman Roeg, 1917
RED CROSS POSTER, 1917. American Red Cross poster with a nurse holding a wounded soldier, during World War I. Lithograph by Herman Roeg, 1917

Specimens (including butterflies) from the Paul Hermann Coll
Specimens from the Paul Hermann collection of five volumes of specimens and drawings from Sri Lanka (Ceylon) 1672-1677. Held at The Natural History Museum, London

PORTUGAL. Lisbon. EU Council President Herman
" PORTUGAL. Lisbon. EU Council President Herman Von Rompuy (L) listens to EU Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso prior to a 2010 EU-US Summit held on November 20

PORTUGAL. Lisbon. US President Barack Obama (2ndL) waves as he poses with (FromL) EU Council President Herman Von Rompuy, EU Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso

LIMBOURG, Jean (ca. 1370-1416); LIMBOURG, Herman (ca. 1370-1416); Limburg, Pol de (?-h.1416). The Richly decorated Hours of the Duke of Berry. ca. 1440. Fol. 10v

LIMBOURG, Jean (ca. 1370-1416); LIMBOURG, Herman (ca. 1370-1416); Limburg, Pol de (-?-h.1416). The Richly decorated Hours of the Duke

USA, Alaska, Kodiak, Russian Orthodox Cross on Onion-Shaped Domes, Saint Herman Orthodox Seminary

Marching band in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War
CONTINENTAL ARMY BAND. Marching band in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. Steel engraving, c1850, by Karl Hermann Schmolze

Known as Babe Ruth, American professional baseball player. Photographed in 1920
GEORGE H. RUTH (1895-1948). Known as Babe Ruth, American professional baseball player. Photographed in 1920

Babe Ruth in a publicity photograph, 1920
GEORGE H. RUTH (1895-1948). Babe Ruth in a publicity photograph, 1920

Dizzy (Jay Hanna, sometimes also known as Jerome Herman) and Daffy (Paul Dee)
DEAN BROTHERS, 1934. Dizzy (Jay Hanna, sometimes also known as Jerome Herman) and Daffy (Paul Dee) Dean photographed while pitching for the St. Louis Cardinals in 1934

GEORGE H. RUTH (1895-1945). Known as Babe Ruth. American baseball player for the New York Yankees. Ruth safely sliding into third base during a game against the Washington Senators, 1925

NEW YORK YANKEES, c1921. The New York Yankees baseball team, with Babe Ruth in the center, photographed at the stadium in New Orleans, c1921

RUTH, DUNN AND BENTLEY. American baseball players Babe Ruth and Jack Bentley in New York Giants uniforms for an exhibition game. Between them is pitcher Jack Dunn. Photograph, 1923

Babe Ruth. American baseball player
GEORGE H. RUTH (1895-1948). " Babe" Ruth. American baseball player

BOSTON RED SOX, 1916. Baseball players for the Boston Red Sox seated on a bench, 1916. Left to right: Babe Ruth, Bill Carrigan, Jack Barry and Vean Gregg

SISLER, RUTH & COBB, 1924. American professional baseball players George Sisler, Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb, photographed at the opening game of the World Series between the New York Giants

BASEBALL: CAMERA, c1911. Herman A. Germany Schaefer, baseball player for the Washington Senators, using a camera, New York. Photograph, c1911

GEORGE H. RUTH (1895-1948). Known as Babe Ruth. American professional baseball player. Ruth shaking hands with President Warren G. Harding at Yankee Stadium, New York City, 24 April 1923

HERMAN MELVILLE (1819-1891). American novelist. Autograph signature

JOHN RODERIGO DOS PASSOS (1896-1970). American writer. Caricature, 1929, by Eva Hermann

COUNT KEYSERLING (1880-1946). Count Hermann Alexander Keyserling. German social philosopher and writer. Photographed in his study at the Darmstadt, Germany, School of Wisdom, c1935

GEORGE H. RUTH (1895-1948). Known as Babe Ruth. American professional baseball player. Photographed with playwright H.H. Van Loan, 1924

EUGENE O NEILL (1888-1953). American playwright. Caricature, 1929, by Eva Herrmann

AUGUST HERMANN FRANCKE (1663-1727). German preacher, theologian, and educator. Line engraving, German, 19th century

CENSUS TABULATOR, 1890. The circuit closing press of a Hollerith census tabulator, used in the U. S. Census of 1890
CENSUS TABULATOR, 1890. The circuit closing press of a Hollerith census tabulator, used in the U.S. Census of 1890. Contemporary American wood engraving

CENSUS TABULATOR, 1890. The sorting box of a Hollerith census tabulator, used in the U. S. Census of 1890
CENSUS TABULATOR, 1890. The sorting box of a Hollerith census tabulator, used in the U.S. Census of 1890. Contemporary American wood engraving

SARAH BERNHARDT (1844-1923). Bernhardt as Magda in a scene from Hermann Sudermanns play Heimat (Magda) at Dalys Theatre, London, England. Line engraving, English, 1895

NIAGARA FALLS, 1715. Detail of a line engraving from Herman Molls Map of North America, London, England, 1715

JOHANNES H. ZUKERTORT / n(1842-1888). Johannes Hermann Zukertort. Polish chess master
JOHANNES H. ZUKERTORT /n(1842-1888). Johannes Hermann Zukertort. Polish chess master. Line engraving, 1886

HERMANN von WISSMANN (1853-1905). German army officer and explorer. Wood engraving, 1890

HOLLERITH TABULATOR, 1890. The electric tabulating machine devised by Herman Hollerith for tabulating the Eleventh U.S. Census of 1890. Contemporary wood engraving

WEST INDIES MAP, 1715. Map of the West Indies and adjacent lands of the Carribean and Gulf of Mexico engraved by Herman Moll in 1715

HERMAN MELVILLE (1819-1891). American writer. Contemporary American engraving after a photograph

ARMINIUS (c17 B. C. -21 A. D. ). German national hero. Line engraving after a presumed Roman portrait bust
ARMINIUS (c17 B.C.-21 A.D.). German national hero. Line engraving after a presumed Roman portrait bust

BATTLE OF TEUTOBURG FOREST. The Roman army led by Varus battles unsuccessfully against the rebellious forces organized by Arminius, in the Teutoburg Forest in 9 A.D. Line engraving, 19th century

HERMANN von HELMHOLTZ (1821-1894). German physicist, anatomist, and physiologist. Wood engraving, American, 1891

HERMAN MELVILLE (1819-1891). American novelist. Wood engraving after the painting by Joseph O. Eaton

Norway - Skien - Herman Bagger Street, named after the Norwegian newspaper editor, politician and Mayor of Skien in the late 1840s and early 1850s. Date: circa 1905

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"Herman: A Tale of Legends and Icons" In the late 19th century, Herman Melville penned his masterpiece "Moby Dick, " forever immortalizing the enigmatic white whale. The only known picture of this mythical creature drawn during Melville's lifetime is a captivating wood engraving that continues to captivate readers today. Meanwhile, another legend was emerging on American soil. Babe Ruth, born George H. Ruth in 1895, would become one of the most iconic figures in baseball history. From his humble beginnings as a professional player for the Boston Red Sox to his legendary years with the New York Yankees, Babe Ruth left an indelible mark on America's favorite pastime. Photographs from the 1920s depict Ruth engaging with children while donning his pinstriped uniform, showcasing not only his athletic prowess but also his warm-hearted nature off the field. As we delve into history further, we stumble upon images of cotton plantations that remind us of a dark chapter in our nation's past. These haunting visuals serve as reminders of both human resilience and societal progress. Shifting our focus across continents brings us to Estonia's Tallinn and its magnificent Pikk Hermann Tower—a part of Toompea Castle—standing tall alongside the Estonian Parliament building. This architectural marvel represents strength and endurance throughout centuries. And let us not forget about music. Louis Armstrong graces a vibrant music cover for "Hello Dolly. " His soulful voice resonates through time, reminding us of joyous melodies that transcend generations. Through these glimpses into different eras and realms—from literature to sports, architecture to music—we encounter various facets of greatness embodied by individuals like Herman Melville and Babe Ruth or structures like Pikk Hermann Tower. Their legacies continue to inspire awe and admiration even today; they are testaments to humanity's boundless potential for creativity and achievement.