A rotograph was a photograph printed by a process in which a strip or roll of sensitized paper was automatically fed over the negative so that a series of prints are made, developed, fixed, cut apart, and washed at a … Continue reading
In December 1904 my uncle Raymond Austin turned 4. A couple stories are told about Raymond and his grandfather Henry Austin who lived with the Austin family: Mort and Jennie, and their sons: Raymond, McKinley, and Will. When Raymond was … Continue reading
Recently a Halfway Brook reader sent me this delightful 1913 photo of her mom (the little girl in the center) at The Arlington boarding house mentioned in the previous post. My mother’s parents were Frank J. and Julia Wolff. I … Continue reading
For Sullivan County Republican Watchman, July 1903 Popular with New York visitors are the following hotels and boarding houses: Washington Lake House at Yulan Pine Grove Farm at Eldred West Farm at Yulan Myer’s Farm House at Eldred Minisink Farm … Continue reading
Congregational Church In 1901 Edna Gardner, Archie A. Myers, and Georgia Clark (later Mrs. Walter Styles) were received into membership at the Congregational Church. The following year, James K. Gardner, Charles Breen, George Layman, Mrs. Ami Quick, Phebe Drake, Mrs. … Continue reading
William McKinley Jr., a Civil War veteran, had become President in 1897. On September 5, 1901, President and Mrs. McKinley were at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, New York, where he had delivered a speech on tariffs and foreign trade. … Continue reading
Lake Side Cottage 25 guests near water. $6. E.H. Moore.—Brooklyn Daily Eagle, June 17, 1900. Orchard Terrace, Eldred 4 miles Shohola; elevation 1,600 feet; beautiful balsamic and pine clad hills; broad piazzas, hunting, fishing, boating; fine scenery; modern improvements. Booklet. … Continue reading
Mr. Mort Austin in account with Mr. Turner. Fine Groceries, Flour of all grades, Selected Teas, Pure Coffees, and Spices, Butter and Cheeses From the Best Dairies. Foreign and Domestic Fruits, Canned fruits and vegetables. And a full variety of … Continue reading
