An Old Country Squire

I like this photo.  We have a picture of a country gentleman and his dog taken in 1935 by the fireplace in his cabin in North Carolina.  Notice some of the details in the photo.  The square and plane on the wall indicates he is likely a carpenter and craftsman.  Note the violin case on the floor.  He likely plays good country music.  The fine clock and printed material on the mantle indicates some education and the fact he may be able to enjoy some of the nicer things of life.

Boston

Beacon Hill area, in my favorite large city.

New York City

NYC.  I could live here.

Alamance County Centennial Photo From 1949

This photo was taken in 1949 as part of the Alamance County, NC 100th year anniversary.  Men were asked to grow beards.  My Uncle Oscar A. Bass, Jr. is the fourth fellow at the bar.  He was a great guy.  Interesting to see a female bar maid in NC in 1949.  The "Magic Shoe" sign in the rear may have a family connection to my family as well.  Thanks to the Burlington Times-News for publishing these great vintage photos. 

Picture of the Day

Making ice cream on a Sunday afternoon.

Beautiful Spots in the World

 South Pacific

Colmar Alsace, France

 Kawana Falls, The Phillippines

Storseisundet Bridge, Norway

JFK Death Announcement at Boston Symphony Hall

Could you imagine having been in Boston Symphony Hall the day of November 22, 1963 when John F. Kennedy's death announcement was made to a Boston audience who had not heard it?  President Kennedy was a frequent visitor to the hall.  In your mind's eye, go back, place yourself there.