This is a reposting on June 24, 2013 of an entry I made on December 10, 2012 that I have since learned included misinformation! With many thanks to Swedish research Laila Falk who has graciously helped me debunk some myths and gain a wealth of new information about Albertina Satelin and her family. If anyone … Continue reading Matrilineal Monday – Albertina Satelin
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Featured Obituary – Helen Catherine Barnes (1881-1973)
"Mrs. Helen C. Barnes - Princeton Funeral services for Mrs. Helen C. Barnes, 86, who died Sunday at the Morris Hall Home for the Aged, Lawrenceville will be at 8:45 a.m. Wednesday from the Mather Funeral Home, 40 Vandeventer Ave., Princeton. Born in Ireland, she came to the U.S. in 1904 and lived in Kingston … Continue reading Featured Obituary – Helen Catherine Barnes (1881-1973)
Photos of the Week – James F. Doran and WW2 Friends
This photograph shows James F. Doran (1919-1997) of Harrison, NJ with an Army buddy from the neighboring city of Bayonne, before shipping out to Europe during World War II. The two friends look so carefree, confidant, and ready for whatever the future has in store for them. They were in the 4th "Ivy" Division of … Continue reading Photos of the Week – James F. Doran and WW2 Friends