Local History

1919…things never really change…

As often happens, while looking for something else, in the January, 1919 microfilm, I found several more interesting things, including the Human Spider's second visit to the Twin City when he climbed the O'Hanlon Building wearing a suit and hat and spun around on top of the flag pole...more about which in a later post.… Continue reading 1919…things never really change…

Genealogy, Identification Please!, Local History

A bonus biography…

Molly Levin Beck, who provided most of the information about the Watson Avenue photos last week, strikes again. She posted a comment suggesting that the RJR teacher who was the recipient of the dedication of the 1924 RJR High School Black & Gold might have had the first name Ione, rather than Jone or Joan.… Continue reading A bonus biography…