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Category Archives: Photography
Jerry Blavat
I found out this morning that Jerry Blavat passed away. He was a Philadelphia DJ/institution who hosted Philly’s annual Columbus Day Parade. As a popular DJ, he was as important to Rock and Roll music as the musicians. He seemed … Continue reading
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Tagged "The Geator with the Heater", Connie Francis, Danny Aiello, Deana Martin, DJ, Jerry Blavat, Philadelphia
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A Neon Reminder
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Posted in Italian Market, News, Philadelphia, Photography
Tagged 9th Street, antique store, neon signs
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Friday Five – Number One Hundred Thirty Two
One hundred thirty second in a continued series creating a collage using five elements.
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Tagged collage, Friday Five, vintage photographs
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May I Borrow Your Crib?
Judging from the squawking of a squirrel early this morning, he was none too happy that a hawk had taken temporary residence in his nest waiting for his breakfast.
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Happy New Year!
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The Three Food Groups
Sign for Federal Donuts.
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Christmas Food Shopping on 9th Street
Despite the rain, shoppers came out in droves to buy their produce and meat in the Italian Market.
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Tagged 9th Street, Italian Market, South Philly
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Tree’s Up!
My collection of midcentury ornaments.
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Tagged Christmas ornaments, midcentury, vintage
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Santa Deserved It
The Philadelphia Eagles were having a bad season. On December 15, 1968, the game was tied 7 -7, and the team brought out Santa as part of their halftime Christmas parade. The fans pelted Santa with snowballs, certainly not our … Continue reading
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