Daily Archives: December 17, 2011

S.E. Whiting of Easton Dies

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Sherman Edwards Whiting was the son of Edith May Edwards(brother of Louis R. Edwards) and Russell Hitchcock Whiting. He was born 21 May 1922. Obituary – Sherman E. Whiting, 70 of 199 Stepney road, former owner of Whiting’s music, radio, … Continue reading →

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John Brown’s Dog by Artist Edith Edwards

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For some months Edith attended the Art league in New York city where she has attained considerable success. From the Bridgeport Post A clipping titled “JOHN BROWN’S DOG” An oil painting of charity commisioner John Brown’s Russian terrier, on exhibition … Continue reading →

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Ralph Barker – Yale College Publication

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Yale CollegeCompiled for its Sexennial(provided to me by Uncle Dick) RALPH BARKER, the son of George and Cornelia (Clark) Barker, was born in Brooklyn, NY August 26,1857. He lived in New York City until fourteen years of age, when he … Continue reading →

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Eight Divorce Suits Swell June Rush

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This was the headline for an article in the Bridgeport Post for June 2, 1922. Fannie B. Edwards of this city wants a divorce from Louis R, Edwards of this city, and in addition ask for alimony and the right … Continue reading →

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