Howells Collection

Herbert Norman Howells
HERBERT NORMAN HOWELLS Organist, music teacher and conductor

American Radiator Company Building, New York, 1925. Designed by John Mead Howells and Raymond Hood in Gothic Art Deco style, the American Radiator Building was completed in 1924

Howells department store pictured with its refurbished frontage. November 1987

Howells department store, part of the huge display of ladies fashions at the store. Cardiff, Wales. Circa 1982

An exterior view of James Howells department store, Wharton Street, Cardiff, Wales. September 1961

A view of St Mary Street, including Howells department store. Cardiff, Wales. January 1969

Howells department store in Cardiff, Wales. January 1997

The new and old. Outside the entrance to the department store still stands the sign indicating the passage which once led to Bethany Baptist Chapel. Cardiff, Wales. Circa 1964

Christmas cheque from the Bank of Good Cheer, Pudding Lane Branch, with five thousand welcomes to Newport from Thomas Howells to Mrs Box. Date: 1888

Whitman and Howells
Whitman shakes hands with William Dean Howells. And vice versa, of course. Date: 1819 - 1892

William Dean Howells - 3
WILLIAM DEAN HOWELLS American writer, author of The rise of Silas Lapham and many other novels, also verse and criticism : regarded as the dean of American letters. Date: 1837 - 1920

William Dean Howells - 1
WILLIAM DEAN HOWELLS American writer, author of The rise of Silas Lapham and many other novels, also verse and criticism : regarded as the dean of American letters. Date: 1837 - 1920

WILLIAM DEAN HOWELLS (1837-1920). American man of letters. Photograph, c1860-61

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Monument to the Rev. John Howells in Trinity Church, Coventry

WILLIAM DEAN HOWELLS (1837-1920). American man of letters. Photographed c1860

WILLIAM DEAN HOWELLS (1837-1920). American man of letters. Steel engraving, 1877

William Dean Howells - 2
WILLIAM DEAN HOWELLS American writer, author of The rise of Silas Lapham and many other novels, also verse and criticism : regarded as the dean of American letters

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Herbert Norman Howells, an influential figure in the world of architecture, left his mark on the American Radiator Company Building in New York back in 1925. His innovative designs transformed the skyline and continue to inspire architects today. During the holiday season, many eagerly awaited their Christmas cheque from the Bank of Good Cheer. It was a time when generosity flowed and people like Howells embraced the spirit of giving. Whitman and they were literary giants who shared a deep friendship and mutual admiration for each other's work. Their correspondence revealed a profound connection between two brilliant minds. William Dean Howells - a name that resonates with literature enthusiasts. With three generations bearing this illustrious name, it is no wonder that they have made significant contributions to American letters. The iconic Howells department store stood proudly with its refurbished frontage in November 1987, showcasing elegance and style. Inside, it boasted an extensive display of ladies' fashions that captivated shoppers from near and far. Across the Atlantic Ocean, James Howells department store graced Wharton Street in Cardiff, Wales. Its exterior view exuded charm and invited locals to explore its treasures within. St Mary Street came alive with bustling activity as passersby admired not only the vibrant cityscape but also marveled at Howells department store's grand presence amidst it all. A true landmark indeed. In January 1997, as winter gripped Cardiff tightly, Howells department store continued to be a beacon of warmth for shoppers seeking respite from the cold outside. Its doors welcomed visitors into a world filled with fashion-forward choices and impeccable service. As time passed by, new trends emerged while old traditions remained intact at this beloved establishment. The sign outside still proudly announced its identity—a testament to enduring quality amidst changing times. Howell's legacy extends beyond mere bricks-and-mortar; it encompasses architectural brilliance intertwined with tales of friendship and literary prowess.