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Monthly Archives: August 2015
Arm Wrestling
Another mysterious family portrait, the man in the middle holding the stop watch is my grandfather. The other two guys – they may be co-workers from American Thread, brothers, cousins, or friends, hopefully someone chimes in. I do love the staged … Continue reading
Posted in News, Photo Restoration, Photography
Tagged 1910s, family portraits, vintage photos
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Henry H Has Left the Building
An art supply store has operated from this locale close to the corner of 16th and Walnut in what’s known as Center City Philadelphia since 1897. It has changed hands a number of times through the decades, but it’s always … Continue reading
Posted in News, Philadelphia
Tagged 1980s, demolition, destroy, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Taws, Walnut Street
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69th Street
Where the Market-Frankford Line originates or terminates depending on where you’re headed or your point of view.
Posted in Adventures in Commuting
Tagged 69th Street, Market-Frankford El, SEPTA, Upper Darby
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Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
Despite the tarts and pies I post here – I try to balance it out with healthier choices. For instance, I keep a large container of cut up fruit in the fridge all summer. After spending three to four hours … Continue reading
Happy Birthday Dan!
A very happy birthday to our friend Dan – Vietnam Vet, Phillies fan, photographer extraordinaire, and all-around-good-guy. Hope you have a swinging’ day!


