This undated photograph of two young men, of similar age, wearing almost identical tailored suits, was for many years lumped in the "unknown" pile of pictures that my Polish grandparents had kept. If there had been a photographer's imprint showing a studio that would have helped, but both front and back are unmarked. Earlier, I … Continue reading Photos of the Week – Wondering About the Wasik Family
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Featured Obituary – Benjamin Albert Stewart (1892-1968)
Below is a photograph of Benjamin and Maude Eisenberger Stewart, that was most likely taken on their wedding day in York City, York County, PA on 1 December 1916. The obituary above, that was laminated and saved by the family, could have been given to Maude by the funeral home of A. S. Cole Son … Continue reading Featured Obituary – Benjamin Albert Stewart (1892-1968)
Photo of the Week – Ambrose Mirota
This week's photograph is of Ambrose Mirota, who was born in Pławna, Poland on 16 November 1903. The Polish version of his first name is Ambroży, as seen on the back of the picture. I find his somber gaze mesmerizing, as he looks directly into the camera while his portrait was taken. His large hands … Continue reading Photo of the Week – Ambrose Mirota