Seattle's Jackson Street jazz clubs flourished in the first half of the twentieth century, with their popularity peaking in the late 1930s through early 1950s. Seattle-born photographer Al Smith was a familiar figure in the clubs, often taking pictures of musicians and patrons, then returning the following week to sell prints.

Here, Smith photographs three women sitting at a table enjoying each other's company, possibly at the Black & Tan nightclub. One of the women is identified as Susie Williams.

Heading on neg sleeve (note: sleeve heading may not be correct for every photo in sleeve): 2/18/45 Black & Tan // Slip with neg: Susie Williams