Christmas in New York

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Happy Friday, everyone! Here are a few photos from a recent estate lot purchase. I do not have any names or dates with these photographs.

I personally find these pictures amusing. The photographs are definitely taken in New York City at Rockefeller Center.

I just returned from a New York trip. I was one of those crazy people who stood out in the rain to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. I recognize every place these photos were taken.

The gorgeous Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center. I wonder what color those bulbs were?

The Rink at Rockefeller Center. It always looks bigger in the photos. But I still enjoyed watching the people when I was there.

The beautiful St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

I am guessing these photos are from the late 1950s or early 60s. What do you think?

Have you been to NYC?

Until next time…peace

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

Virginia, October 1947, Part 3

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I am continuing with the slides marked Virginia, October 1947. The three slides I am sharing today are from Radford, Virginia. I could not find the exact location of these photos or perhaps the place no longer exists.

I believe this is the Governor Tyler Hotel.

I would be grateful if someone out there could point me in the right direction.

Have a good night.

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

Virginia, October 1947: Part 1

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Hello, Happy November, everyone! Are you ready for a new month? I have been working on some of my estate purchases. These photos are from a group of slides labeled, Virginia, Oct. 1947.

Then, each slide was written on the cardboard part, too. I love that each one has a little information. The image below is labeled Monticello, VA, Oct. 1947.

The next image is labeled, Thomas Jefferson’s tomb, Oct. 1947.

Now, this place actually still exists. A World Heritage Site, it offers tours of the grounds, a museum, and a historical house. The address of Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello is 1050 Monticello Loop, Charlottesville, VA 22902.

Since I am a history buff, the next time I am in Virginia, I would take the tour. Has anyone been here before?

I plan to post more slides from this pack tomorrow.

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.

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

April 29,1941

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This image actually has a little information on the back. Written in two different colored inks. First, in black ink, the date is April 29, 1941. Next in blue are the names Mom & Pop Schmidt.

There is also a Kodak Processing stamp on the back with the location of Kansas City, MO. I rarely get that much information on one small photo.

The couple are drinking a beer. I tried to enlarge the image to read the label. But I cannot quite tell what kind of beer they are consuming. I did notice there were flowers in the background. I wonder if they are toasting a happy occasion like an anniversary.

What do you see when you look at the photo?

Until next time…peace