The man on the bicycle is Paul Curd, identified by writing on the reverse of this worn vintage snapshot. Was he the author of the writing? Or was it penned by a girlfriend or admirer? I discovered not one but two men that are a match to our bicyclist, and they were cousins. Robert and … More The Only One
How I wish I knew the identities of the young women featured in this RPPC (real picture postcard.) I love the half posed half candid nature of the photo. According to a penciled notation on the back, this moment in time was captured on July 4 in Alzada. “Mona – 10 Here’s the picture of … More Sweet Swedes
I love a group photo, so when I found this in an antique shop I knew it had to come home with me. I located Mrs. Mary L. (Kohr) Walters who, according to the address label affixed to the bottom, lived at 2327 Fox Avenue in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Mary’s mother, Derinda Kohr, … More Ladies’ Auxiliary
“J.H. Staton Alices Gorman Staton baby born Jan 18-1907 – 66 yrs old now His mother is back of chair holding him” I was saddened to learn that Alice didn’t get to raise her son, James Harvey. Alice died of a pelvic abscess soon after this photo was taken. James was raised by his paternal … More J.H. Staton
William Kalter Click to view Find a Grave memorial (1851-1925)
Mr. Thomas Little Click to view Find a Grave memorial (1851-1917)
I found this tintype in Coldwater, Michigan and although it’s in rough condition (I digitally removed a lot of scratches from the men’s faces) I couldn’t pass it up. Written on a piece of tape on the back is “J.D. Anglin and Frank McCuen – Willards Grandfather McCuen.” There was no photographer or location noted … More So Far Lost in Manhood
I found this 1890s cabinet photo in the WeepingWidow Etsy shop. The image of the three young women is lovely however I bought it because of the location, Angola, Indiana, one of my hometowns. I was hoping I would find lots of newspaper articles featuring the women’s social activities however that was not the case. … More Magical Mystery Tour
the rescued photo 