This Army photograph of Bernard Doran, Jr. (1917-1973), is from when he served in the United States Army during World War II. He was a quiet and kind man and never really talked about his travels. Looking at this photo, he looks so serious, while his buddy has such a happy ear-to-ear grin. Bernie stayed … Continue reading Those Places Thursday – Bernie Doran’s Travels
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Genealogy Sisters – 2012 Year in Review
2012 was a good year for us. We have much to be thankful for. About a year ago my sister and I started writing this blog together. In reviewing the past year I noticed that Maryann has published nearly one blog a week! I am woefully lagging behind. Regardless, we never imagined we'd write more than … Continue reading Genealogy Sisters – 2012 Year in Review
Double Wedding Held On Thanksgiving Day
This lovely wedding portrait is of the double wedding of Mary Mirota to James Doran and Stefania Mosch Mitak to Joseph Mirota. It's from November 25, 1948, and was taken in Whitehouse Station, New Jersey. Credits go to Lou's Photo Studio, 98 Park Ave., Flemington, NJ. Although a black and white photo, the studio added … Continue reading Double Wedding Held On Thanksgiving Day