DescriptionPhotograph of Dr. John Carpenter Elmer from the Brison photo album. Inscription on front of photograph reads "about 1860." Inscription on verso reads: "Dr. Elmer, Springfield, N.J. who brought the Benson children into the world." The photograph as taken at Percival photography studios, 142 Chatham Street, New York. Dr. John Carpenter Elmer (April 17, 1817-October 17, 1863) was a physician in Springfield, N.J.