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1930 Press Photo Helen Doherty at her debutante party in the Mayflower hotel, DC

Washington, D.C. Miss Helen Lee Ames Doherty, adopted daughter of Henry L. Doherty, multi-millionaire oil man, and Mrs. Doherty, as she appeared during her debut at the Mayflower Hotel. Over one thousand guests including Vice President Curtis and Mrs. Gann, were present at this most costly debutante party seen in Washington in many, many years. A reception and midnight supper was followed by dancing. Expensive souvenirs were given to the guests who represented the cream of Eastern society. Many of them came to the capital in a special train provided by their hosts. Photo measures 8 x 10 inches. Photo Is dated 1930.

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