Cornelia Hanson Taylor was 52 years old when she posed for this photograph on March 11, 1882. Noted on the back of the photo, in at least three different handwriting styles, is her name, her husband's name, the exact date, the surname of the photographer and the location. Cornelia was 8 years younger than her … Continue reading Two Photographers of Hudson New York
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William J. Doran (1929-2004) – A Quiet Man
William John Doran was born on June 22, 1929, along with a twin sibling that died the same day. He was named after his father's brother. Billy was born in Harrison, Hudson County, New Jersey, to Bernard and Mary Mahoney Doran, and joined siblings - Bernard, James, Margaret, John, and Peter. In 1932, Elizabeth joined … Continue reading William J. Doran (1929-2004) – A Quiet Man
Friday’s Faces from the Past: Barnard College co-eds pose by the “sea”
At first glance this photo looks like three lovely ladies posing at the beach during the early 1900s. After a closer look I realized that the "surf" in the background is actually a stage set. This photo was probably taken at Barnard College between 1908 and 1911. Cornelia "Nina" Dakin is sitting on the right … Continue reading Friday’s Faces from the Past: Barnard College co-eds pose by the “sea”
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