Vintage Christmas Photo: Day 6–A Girl and her Two Babies

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Like many of the other photos, I purchased from auctions or other sites, I do not have any concrete information about the little girl in the photo. I just guess.

But, I believe, there is something truly magical about showing off two brand-new baby dolls on Christmas morning! I would place this photo in the early 1950s range. I just love the little girl and her new toys.

I love the large caterpillar in the background on the table. I need to research it. I am very curious about the worm-like toy. Unless she had siblings, there were other toys. I spotted a baking/kitchen set on the floor. I think there is a stuffed dog down by her feet. But I guess the dog could be real. What do you think?

What do you see when you look at the old photo?

Until next time…peace

Vintage Christmas Photo-Day 5: A Lady and her Dog

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Well, I assume the dog belongs to the lady. I really do not know. But, I like to think they were posing together on Christmas Day.

Based on the photo type and her clothing style, I am guessing this photo is from the early 1950s.

I believe, my grandfather had a desk like the one the Christmas tree is on. So, I am also using that as a basis for the date.

What do you see when you look at the photo?

Until next time…peace

Christmas Vintage Photo: Day 1–Boys In Front of Tree

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The Christmas season is officially here. I am hoping I have 25 days of vintage photos to share to lead up to Christmas Day. Here’s the first image. I actually know a little about this photo.

On the back of the photo, written in very neat handwriting, are the names Dennis and Eugene Herold, December 25, 1957.

The boys are dressed up, which leads me to believe they are at someone else’s home. There’s also an outline of a woman in the background. I would like to think that everyone was gathered at the grandparents’ house for Christmas Day celebrations.

What do you think?

Until next time…peace

Virginia, October 1947: Part 2

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Here is another small group of slides from an estate sale. The photographer was definitely a history buff. I am posting 3 slides today of Mount Vernon. The photos are from George Washington’s Mount Vernon.

The estate is located at 5513 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22309, and is still open for tours today. Another location I need to add to my growing bucket list.

The estate has tours, a museum, and George Washington’s Distillery® and Gristmill which is located 2.7 miles from the main entrance. I do not know if the original Gristmill in the above photo is part of the distillery. I need to research further.

Has anyone ever been here?

Let me know.

Until next time…peace

Exploring a 1925 Communion Photo from Detroit

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I picked up a box of photos yesterday from an auction sale. I believe this one is a communion photo. Please correct me if I am wrong.

The photo gives the year: 1925.

The photographer: Frank J. Gorzycki

Location: 7719 Harper Ave., Detroit, Michigan. (I was curious. I researched the location on Google Maps. But, the building is no longer there.)

Unfortunately, there is no name or other identifying information on the photo.

Let me know, your view of the photo.

Until next time…peace.

Happy October

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The spooky season is officially here. I love October. The cooler weather and changing leaves are perfect for photography.

I was out photographing spiderwebs in the fog. Yes, I know, I’m a little odd. I found the spiderwebs beautiful.

I took this photo down at the wildlife area. To me, the dew-covered spiderwebs look like Mother Nature is decorating for Halloween early.

I hope everyone has a fantastic month.

Until next time…peace.

1950s Family Reunion Playing Horseshoes in the Park

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This image was from an estate lot. In my opinion, they are playing horseshoes. I imagine this is a family gathering or perhaps a reunion in a park.

I am guessing the image is from the early 1950s. I base this on the type of image and the style of clothing.

The person sitting on the log is either watching the game closely or bored.

What do you think?

Until next time…peace

A Happy Group

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Happy September 1st everyone! Where did our summer go?

I am still working on the slides I purchased from an auction. I really like this slide. Everyone seems to be happy. I wonder if they were traveling together. Or perhaps, one couple was traveling to meet up with the others. I just wish I had names for the people in the image.

Have a great month!

Until next time…peace

Loading Pineapples

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The photo titled, “Loading Pineapples in Hawaii” is part of a new lot. I recently won 3 boxes of negatives, slides, old films, and miscellaneous equipment from a local online auction. All came from the same owner. I was actually disappointed with myself for not bidding on the other lots.

This is just one of the boxes. There are slides from Rome, Spain, Paris, and much more.

Anyways, the owners were definitely travelers. I cannot wait to go through all the images.

Have a fantastic day!

Until next time…peace