Ruth Boomer and Wilton Hoyt

1991.10.02

09/29/1994

Stephens Collection

1—040

This photo is one of numerous where Wilton Hoyt stands or sits close to Ruth Boomer. It "appears" that they may have been sweethearts, although she eventually left the Unity and ended up marrying a Philadelphia architect with the last name of "Thomas". There are, however, numerous photographs that suggest a relationship, or at least a "crush" between Ruth Boomer and Wilton Hoyt. This is suggested by the many photos that show them sitting side by side, either alone or with others. She later had a son named Benjamin Brook. There are some photos of some of her generation of Koreshans visiting in Philadelphia. Also, there is at least one photo of her son in the collection. According to "Folks we Knew..." Wilton Hoyt worked in the Miami fire department and later returned to his family "...in the north".

2.5 x 3.5 in.

Wilton Hoyt and Ruth Boomer are seated on a bench in front of a large coconut palm tree. It may be Estero Beach, [Fort Myers Beach], but the exact location is unknown.

Hoyt, Wilton

Boomer, Ruth

Thomas, Ruth

Hoyt
Boomer
Thomas
Palm tree