DeBunce Studio Photographs

Collection

Identifier: WCMss-196

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The DeBunce Studio Photographs, which dates from 1949 through 1952, contains photographs taken by DeBunce Studios. It includes photographs of local events such as the Veterans Day Parade, buildings and storefronts, people, and Walla Walla High School football games.

Dates

1949-1952

Creator

DeBunce, Boyd (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Biographical Note

Boyd W. DeBunce was born in Ephraim, Utah on January 14, 1906. In 1925, DeBunce started a photography business where he traveled around the country taking family portraits. After serving in the military during World War II, Boyd was discharged to Walla Walla, Washington for surgery at the Veterans’ Administration Hospital in 1945. Boyd and his wife, Mary Ellen, remained in Walla Walla. They purchased the former Arnold studio located on 2nd and Alder in 1947. For 14 years, DeBunce Studio occupied two locations on Main Street and in 1961 they moved to a building on Alder and Roosevelt. Boyd retired from DeBunce Studio in August, 1971. He died on November 11, 1986.

Extent

0.2 Linear Feet (1 manuscript box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The DeBunce Studio Photographs, which date from 1949 through 1952, contains photographs of local events, buildings, people, and sporting activities taken by DeBunce Studios in Walla Walla, Washington.