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Category Archives: Who Will Tell Their Story?

Orphan Photo #98

This looks like schoolchildren outside a schoolhouse with their teacher.  Too bad we have no idea where this photo was taken or who’s in it.

Orphan Photo #97

This photo is of an unidentified woman.  According to the imprint, it was taken in Hornellsville, New York; the photographer’s name could be Sutton, but it’s very hard to read.

Orphan Photo #96

This cabinet card features an unknown gentleman.

Another Orphan Photo Blog

Claudia, who authors Claudia’s Genealogy Blog, started a new blog Found at an Auction.  This new blog features old photos, and like me, Claudia is interested in learning more about the people in the photos.

Orphan Photo #95

I just love this photo…the hat, the fur boa, and the boots.  Sure wish I knew who she was.

Orphan Photo #94

What a nice looking young man.  Unfortunately, there is no identifying information for this cabinet card.

Orphan Photo #93

This is an unidentified CDV.  It looks like someone did some hand-coloring on the ribbon in her hair.

Check This Out! – Dear Photograph

Thanks to some friends on Facebook, I was just introduced to a new blog with a very interesting concept.  It’s called Dear Photograph.  The basic idea is to “take a picture of a picture from the past in the present.”  You then submit your photo […]

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Julie Cahill Tarr, Accredited Genealogist

Through my Genealogy In Action brand, I provide action-based education to genealogists looking to enhance their research skills. Through my company Brass Oak Genealogy, I provide research consulting, editing, and record retrieval services.

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