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Alfred Henry Dickson was born August 31, 1890 in Norfolk, VA and died November 2, 1963 in Lowell, MA. His name was Alfred, but he was often known as “Al.” His last name was sometimes misspelled as “Dixon.”

Dickson was interested in art from an early age, although he never had formal training. Primarily a watercolorist, he pursued pen and ink drawings later in life. He appears to have been prolific, but he did not sell his works. Jean, his daughter, said he would often give his paintings to friends and relatives as gifts. Jean also mentioned she  would often accompany him to scenes that he would sketch. During the winter months, he would make finished watercolors from these sketches.

He was known to exhibit his works at the Whistler House Museum of Art in Lowell. He was often recognized for his works with ribbons, and one article in the Lowell Sun mentioned him receiving a first prize.

Dickson was a professional boxer for eight years before he became a chauffeur for William Spence, a well-known Lowell banker. After William died, Dickson continued to drive his widow, Lillian.

Dickson was known to have supported the Golden Gloves in Lowell. He took young boxers under his tutelage and trained them. His boxers often went on to winning careers.

Two  White Mountain watercolors by this artist  (one of Mt. Chocorua in Autumn from 1928, and one of the covered bridge in Jackson in winter) have been located. Other watercolors that are not of White Mountain subjects have been located by Richard Kenney.

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Signatures

Photo Credits
Jean Dickson Miller

References
The Authors
Jean Dickson Miller (his daughter)
Richard Kenney