By George - it's Washington's Birthday! In this photo my sister recently sent me, Mary Mirota was dressed as George Washington, with her sister, Genevieve, dressed as Martha. The picture was taken at their farmhouse in Readington Township, Hunterdon County, New Jersey. They both were very handy with sewing machines, so most likely they made … Continue reading Mirota Sisters as George and Martha Washington – 1932
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(Almost) Wordless Wednesday – Classic Child’s Toy
My sister recently sent me this old black and white photograph of my father playing the xylophone with me. How wonderful to receive a photo that I don't remember! Classic children's toys like this never go out of style. I wonder if it was a baby gift given to me, or if it was it … Continue reading (Almost) Wordless Wednesday – Classic Child’s Toy
Surname Saturday – Carter Clan
The surname Carter is an occupational one meaning carter of goods, or one who builds carts. It is thought to be from the Celtic work "cairt" and it is a very common surname. According to Wikipedia it is the 44th most common surname in the United States. My Irish Carter roots are from my father's … Continue reading Surname Saturday – Carter Clan
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