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Old Time Stuff Photo Gallery
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World War II Posters
I wonder whatever happened to this kind of thinking. I got a lump in my throat when I read this. I "grew up" thinking: patriotism is the AMERICAN WAY!
I'm glad to see somebody saved these posters as a reminder to all of a tragic time in history.It was a time when Americans rallied together to fight for freedom.
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War Propaganda Photo Gallery
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For you old-timers, this is a serious march down Memory Lane. There were many gas stations scattered throughout the United States dating back into the forties. Many were renovated and still exist today, though they lack the culture and demeanor of when they were new way back when.
Enjoy the photos.
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Burma Shave Signs
There are many who never saw the many Burma Shave signs. Here's a quick lesson in our history of the 1930's, '40's and '50's. Before there were interstates, when everyone drove the old 2 lane roads, Burma Shave signs would be posted all over the countryside. in farmers' fields and beside the road. They were small red signs with white letters. Five signs, about 100 feet apart each containing 1 line of a 4 line couplet and the obligatory 5th sign advertising Burma Shave.
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You know that you're from Long Island when...
To those of us that live or lived on Long Island, and those of you that wish you did. You know you love Long Island when:
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Burns Avenue 1961 Sixth Grade......Here we are!!!
Great Work from Peggy Moldovak Gill '67 !!!!!
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50 YEARS AGO - 1959
- Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and The Big Bopper are killed in a plane crash.
- First Barbie Doll produced.
- Alaska and Hawaii admitted to the Union as U.S. states.
- Cuban revolution; Fidel Castro becomes Prime Minister of Cuba.
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Classic Cars Photo Gallery
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Last month we discussed the clothesline and mentioned ironing. For a great history lesson on ironing see: http://www.oldandinteresting.com/antique-irons-smoothers-mangles.aspx Because of the length and the fact that it may be copyrighted, the newsletter will not reprint the article.
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The Clothes Line
The clothes line; a dead give away. Do the kids today even know what a clothes line is? For all of us who are older, this will bring back the memories.
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Dutch Lane Elementary School third grade class photo (1952-53). I think the teacher's name was Mrs. Bocheri (not sure of the spelling). This was the year that Dutch Lane school was opened. I am in the far left hand corner with the bow tie.
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