Visitors Nostalgia & Memories

(Archive #29: May 1, 2006 to May 31, 2006 entries)


YES, I remember Duffy's tavern---" hello, Duffy's Tavern, Duffy ain't here"---remember Febbier (spell) magee and molly.
Jean <usa>
wilm, de USA - Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 16:16:01 (EDT)


to OLD RADIO FANS - go to this site and you can order a catalog of 100s, maybe thousands, of old radio shows on CD and audio tapes. http://www.radiospirits.com/
Connie <nospanwanted>
Wilmington, DE USA - Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 15:48:31 (EDT)
OLD RADIO SHOWS - Every Christmas I looked forward to listening to A Christmas Carol on the radio. It was downright spooky. When we finally bought a TV I looked forward to watching it, and was disappointed. It was much more effective over radio using my mind's eye instead of someone elses. I've bought a lot of radio shows on audio tape. Especially enjoy Duffy's Tavern.
Connie <nospanwanted>
Wilmington, DE USA - Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 10:05:45 (EDT)
Ahhh, I Love a Mystery... one of my favorites; with Tony Randall as Reggie York. Great stuff, and as with all of the radio shows, it made you use your mind's eye to visualize the characters and their situations. Far more stimulating than having everything presented to you on a platter, a la TV.
Bill Fisher <whfisheratearthlink.net>
Westminster, CA USA - Monday, May 29, 2006 at 20:38:51 (EDT)
Happy Memorial Day everyone. Where are you all? Especially heard from Connie and we are wondering about Bruce.
Pat LeVan <LeVan1706@aol.com>
Port St. Lucie, FL USA - Monday, May 29, 2006 at 18:33:34 (EDT)
i was just reading some of the nostalgia mail regarding the old radio shows from the 40,s . i would trade every show they put on t.v. for ----i love a mystery. intersactum (raymond your host ) .etc. . they my friends were for sure, our golden years !
RALPH PRYOR <REPJFK2aol.com>
tarpon springs , fl USA - Monday, May 29, 2006 at 17:48:11 (EDT)
Bruce, I have been away a long time too...but I know Jerry Blavatt is alive and well and still doing dances. He was just in AC...I danced on his show for a while myself and I have been trying to find out if he ever or will be releasing any videos of our taped shows. But my best friends' brother in law is still very good friends with him and is going to find out for me.
Rose Culver <reculver71@aol.com>
Layton, UT USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 16:35:14 (EDT)
I haven't been around the Wilm. area for awhile and wondered if Jerry "the Geator with the Heater" Blavat and Hy lit were still around. I remember watching Blavat's TV show around 1968. Hope everyone has a great and safe holiday week-end.
Bruce <bc@rr@houston.com>
Sugarland, TX USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 14:20:20 (EDT)
I can still remember when I bought my first used car in Wilmington and drove to the gas station. It was Memorial Day 1948 and I pulled in to a gas station and told the man at the pump Five. My father aways ordered gas that way so I continued his trend. He pumped the gas and cleaned the windshield, wiped the headlamps and tail lights. He then checked the oil and water levels and came back to the drivers side for the money. Now get this in the forties "five" meant 5 gallons of gas! Thats right it was 20 cents a gallon with the tax included, I gave him a dollar and never new just how lucky I was to have lived back then. BOB
Robert J. McKelvey <windsorme2@verizon.net>
Cape May, N.J. USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 13:18:14 (EDT)
Larry, re Delaware River mud on baseballs, here's a little item I found on the internet: They used to use chewing tobacco, then mud made of water and dirt from the playing field, to remove the sheen from new baseballs following the death of Ray Chapman from an errant pitch in the 1920s. It enabled pitchers to get a better grip on the baseball. In the 1930s, Russell Aubrey “Lena” Blackburne, a coach with the Philadelphia Athletics, heard some umpires complaining about having to rub tobacco juice onto the baseballs. As legend has it, Blackburne once went fishing on a Delaware River tributary in New Jersey. He scooped up some mud from the creek, tried it out on a new baseball, and changed a part of the game. Turned out that this mud worked better than anything tried before then. The mud was described as smooth and creamy but with a fine grit. The method invented by Blackburne is still used throughout major league baseball to help the grip of the six or seven dozen new balls prepared for every game. All minor league clubs and a few colleges use the mud, too. Teams go through an average of 3-4 pounds of it each year. In fact, a team will go through about three or four pounds of it every season.
Bill Fisher <whfisheratearthlink.net>
Westminster, CA USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 12:34:10 (EDT)
Here is my recollection of old radio programs in the 5-6pm time frame in addition to those already mentioned: Superman, Terry and the Pirates, Tennessee Jed, and Jack Armstrong, all American boy. Have a Great Holiday
George <george091639@msn.com>
Ocean View, DE USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 12:27:56 (EDT)
For a brief period in early 1960s a Wilmington AM radio station (WILM? WDEL?)produced a radio series called "Colonel Updraft." It appeared to be the brainchild of DJ Bill Hickock. The opening lines were, "Colonel Thermal Updraft - crack shot, karate expert, ex-glider pilot and licensed spot welder." The other characters included Cookie Fortune and Scoop Hotline.
Larry Roszkowiak <lroszkowiak@its.ucsf.edu>
San Francisco, CA USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 12:13:25 (EDT)
Does anyone know how/when Delaware River mud came to be used to prepare Major League baseballs?
Larry Roszkowiak <lroszkowiak@its.ucsf.edu>
San Francisco, CA USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 12:07:13 (EDT)
Speaking of old time radio shows. Does anyone remember on Saturday mornings, a show called "No School Today, with Big John and Sparky"? I remember that in every show they would play the song "Teddy Bears Picnic." You know the one that goes: If you go out in the woods to day, you better not go alone. And so on, and so on. Big John would say "now lets get ready to march". My sisters and I would stand in a row and as they played the song, Big John would say, "now march in the kitchen, into the dining room, up the stairs to the bedrooms, etc. I remember looking forward to that every Saturday. Wow what memories!!! Judith K. (Brumbley) Harrington
Judith K. Harrington <judithkharrington@yahoo.com>
Wilmington, DE USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 10:58:51 (EDT)
Re: old time radio You can listen to radio shows from the 30's, 40's and 50's over the internet at www.wnar-am.com
Tom Kolasinski <tkck@cox.net>
Glendale, AZ USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 08:34:14 (EDT)
do you remember the childrens program, I think it came on at noon , tiny tot time.
Jean <usa>
wilm, de USA - Thursday, May 25, 2006 at 22:21:11 (EDT)
Here are a few more radio programs from the forties. Do you remember "The Great Gildersleeve". How about "Hop Harrigan and also the William Bendix show "The Life Of Riley" There was also "the Fat Man", and "Mr. District Attorney". All the actors were cast perfectly in our minds eye as we gazed at the radio console. ..BOB
Robert J. McKelvey <windsorme2@verizon.net>
Cape May, N.J. USA - Thursday, May 25, 2006 at 20:23:28 (EDT)
Speaking of lots of radio programs, who can come up with the names of the old serial radio shows we all hurried home from school to listen to? Some of my favorites were "Challenge of the Yukon", "Capt. Midnight", "Tom Mix" and "The Lone Ranger". Other shows later in the evening were "Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy", "Fibber McGee and Molly", "Lum and Abner" and "Our Miss Brooks". How about some others?
Bill Fisher <whfisheratearthlink.net>
Westminster, CA USA - Thursday, May 25, 2006 at 19:50:17 (EDT)
I can remember the long lines of cars waiting for the ferry boats. I was always stuck in traffic that was heading to Wilmington that was returning from the New Jersey shore. I believe it was worse in the late forties because most of the cars than used alcohol based anti-freeze and the waiting in the lines in warmer temperatures caused the cars to overheat and steam. Not many cars used permanent coolant back then and cars would break down causing backups. I remember my father pulling out of line and going to the Chester ferry. We would listen to the car radio, lots of programs then, but once on the ferry it was like being in a tunnel, no reception! We would hold on to the antenna and touch the metal side of the boat to get the radio to work. ..BOB
Robert J. McKelvey <windsorme2@verizon.net>
Cape May, N.J USA - Thursday, May 25, 2006 at 18:16:03 (EDT)
Speaking of the 50's and the upcoming Memorial weekend marking the beginning of the summer season. Who else remembers the line of cars that would stretch from the ferry docks in New Castle out 273 and down the DuPont highway waiting to cross the river to go home. I don't know how long a wait that would have been but I'm sure it made the original bridge quite welcome when it finally opened. Additionally there was the wait in Newport when the drawbridge at the Kreb's plant would open to boat traffic. That seemed to happen every time we came home that way from the beach.
Wayne Butler <twntydasys@aol.com>
New Castle, DE USA - Thursday, May 25, 2006 at 16:55:12 (EDT)
Filling in the Cool Springs Reservoir??!! At least we still have some memories. I remember (in the 1950s) waking up in the morning, looking out the front window of our home on Franklin Street and seeing the sun rays bouncing off the water, a few birds skipping by, and the buildings of downtown in the distance. Our dog loved going for a walk around that reservoir. When I was last in Wilmington I had the impression they had paved over almost all of New Castle County and turned it into one giant highway and shopping center. Now this!! Maybe you can't go home again.
Joe Mosbrook <joe.mosbrook@multiverse.com>
Cleveland Heights, OH USA - Thursday, May 25, 2006 at 13:21:42 (EDT)
Thinking about the upcoming Memorial Day has led me to reminisce about the “good old days” and how we celebrated the holiday in years past. In the days before WW II Memorial Day was a big event in Wilmington. My family was active in DE Post #1 American Legion. The Post Home was on Lancaster Ave. west of Union Street and boasted a French 75 artillery piece on the front lawn that we kids loved to climb on. Memorial Day started with planting flags on veteran’s graves at local cemeteries. Then came the big parade down town. DE Post # 1 had a great drum and bugle corps, a picture of which is found on this web site. My Dad played snare drum and I think I have spotted him in the picture. I played in the “Sons of Legion” boy’s band that also marched in the parade. There were some conflicts for members of this band, because most also played in high school bands that also marched in the parades. Large crowds turned out to watch the parade, and everyone held their hands over their heart and veterans saluted when the colors passed by. After the parade we went back to the Post Home for hot dogs and strawberry shortcake and the kids played games all afternoon. When WW II began, so many of the “Sons” band went into the service that the band folded. People were proud to be Americans in those days and were not shy about showing their patriotism. Petty political differences disappeared (except for some far out kooks that no one listened to) after Pearl Harbor and we were united in support of our government. Oh for those “good old days”!
Bob Veazey <bobbyvz@comcast.net>
Wilmington, DE USA - Thursday, May 25, 2006 at 11:35:16 (EDT)
Does anyone remember a music teacher at Bayard School named Ed Watson? He live out around 24th and Washington Streets. I just finished a short story about a lesson he once taught me and I would like someone in his family to see it before I publish it. It's complimentary and not the standard smear seen so often now so if you know anyone in the family, please let me know. Thanks!
jim rambo <rammymex@yahoo.com>
ajijic, jalisco Mexico - Thursday, May 25, 2006 at 10:44:07 (EDT)
May 25 1944 Riverview Beach, across the Delaware River in Salem, NJ, opened the summer season with Delawareans crossing over on the New Castle Ferry. Apparently it didn't last very long. It was a great place, when it was in operation.
Connie <nospanwanted>
Wilmington, DE USA - Thursday, May 25, 2006 at 08:43:12 (EDT)
Donata, it's looks like they are filling in one side of the reservoir. I believe they are putting a park there. Not sure what they plan to do for water. We're always in a drought these days. Guess "they" know what they're doing! Ha-Ha. Shirley Hudson Jester
Shirley Hudson Jester <ujest110@aol.com>
Newark, DE USA - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 23:01:21 (EDT)
For Bruce et al.: Back in October, the President of Ursuline Academy told me that the City intends to fill in Cool Spring Reservoir. Nothing's happened since then. I think this would be tragic. There's nothing more beautiful. In fact, I've written a sonnet honoring its beauty on my blog page The Wilmingtonian -- http://www.journalscape.com/TheWilmingtonian/2004-01-18-19:18 I truly believe that the view on Franklin Street looking over the Reservoir and toward the new (and old) city of Wilmington is a magical experience. It may be, that once gone, my lyrics will have to encapsulate the entire moment for me.
Donata Lewandowski Guerra <OldWilmington@nc.rr.com>
Wilmington, NC USA - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 20:44:25 (EDT)
Ray Jubb - I still love Wildwood. As you know we go every year in August for a week, but the prices keep going up and up, so we may have to curtail that vacation one of these days. Still go the South Bethany Beach twice a year for a week, and spend time in Ocean City MD. We're staying home this holiday weekend, so hopefully, will stay safe. Best female dancer in P.S. Class of '51 was Sherrill Gray I used to sneak over to WHS for the lunch time dances, more often than I stayed at P.S. Always had to be doing something I was not supposed to do. Everyone - have a happy and safe holiday weekend! Shirley Hudson Jester
Shirley Hudson Jester <ujest110@aol.com>
Newark, DE USA - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 15:19:57 (EDT)
Yes, that's it. Thanks, Judith.
Carol <novablu188@yahoo.com>
Pescara, Abruzzo Italy - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 14:52:09 (EDT)
Carol: The park that you were referring to is called "Valley Gardens Park" off of Cambell Road, not far from Hoope's Dam.
judith k harrington <judithkharrington@yahoo.com>
wilmington, de USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 14:22:05 (EDT)
I visited a park in the 50's. It was near Hoopes Dam. I recall that it had a pond with a lot of green algae, lilly pads and frogs because we used to catch Tadpoles. After a pregnant woman was murdered in that park, it became much less popular and we never went there again. Sorry, but I can't remember the name of this park.
Carol <novablu188@yahoo.com>
Pescara, Abruzzo Italy - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 13:39:26 (EDT)
Bruce: As far as I know Cool Springs Reservoir is still there. That sure brings back a lot of memories. I remember sitting on the stone wall, and watching some men trying to find a litle boy that had drowned in there. I think it was somewhere around 1954 or so, and if I remember correctly, his name was Bobby Watson. Wow, you never know what kind of memories this website will stir up. I remember playing in Tenth Street Park, and swimming in the small fountain type pool there. We didn't have any money, but we sure did have fun. Judy (Brumbley) Harrington
judith k harrington <judithkharrington@yahoo.com>
Wilmington, DE USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 12:36:40 (EDT)
During my years in Wilmington, the Jersey resort of choice was Ocean City, where a good friends' family took quarters for a month every Summer. Of course, off the always-eroding beach and into the evening, we'd all go over to the beer joints at Somers Point, where the three major places served Piel's Beer and nothing but. I saw the first live exhibiton of "The Twist" there, in the early 60s. Also, side trips up to Atlantic City were always in order, where we liked to sit in the back of the boardwalk auction houses and razz the auctioneer.
Bob Wilson <wilso127@yahoo.com>
Beaufort, SC USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 10:53:25 (EDT)
Wayne & Judy, I was born in 1950 and lived at 1115 N. Franklin (across from Ursuline Academy) until 1963 when we moved to Woodbrook in Brandywine Hundred. I remember fishing at Cool Springs reservoir and being chased by the park police. It's been a few years since I've been back to Wilm. and wonder if the reservoir (and park) is still there. We used to walk the short distance to the Ritz Theatre to see movies - before I-95 came along and changed the way the city looked. I also remember when a statue of Christopher Columbus was unveiled on Columbus day (I can't remember the year) at Pennsylvanis Ave. and Franklin. I guess it's still there. Have a great day everybody !
Bruce <bc@rr@houston.com>
Sugarland, TX USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 10:48:45 (EDT)
For WAYNE. This should give you some insight as to the attitudes of the Mexicans in the Interior as opposed to those living on the US border. The Lake Chapala Society in the village of Ajijic has a big party on the 4th of July. The festivities start out with three anthems being sung around the three flags that fly at LCS. American, Mexican and Canadian. By the way, I never knew anything about Canada until I moved to Mexico, where I made many Mexican and Canadian friends, as well as American. Basically, I think the USA should give a little more recognition to it's neighbors on BOTH borders! We are ALL Americans on the American continent -- just like we are ALL Europeans on this continent.
Carol <novablu188@yahoo.com>
Pescara, Abruzzo Italy - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 09:08:01 (EDT)
To Wayne Butler: I noticed in your chat that you grew up at 6th & Franklin in the early 50's. I grew up at 4th & Franklin (401 N. Franklin). We moved to Faulkland Heights in Oct. of 1957. I had an older sister (Pat Brumbley) and a younger sister (Phyllis). I really hate to say this, but my nickname back then was "Dimples". LOL I was wondering if you remember the family named "Fleetwood" who if I remember correctly also grew up at 6th & Franklin? We attended Harrison Street Church, and I remember one summer that the church took us to Lenape Park. That was really exciting to me, since my parents didn't even own a car. I remember that they attached a wrist band on each child, and we could ride the rides free. Oh the good old days. I also remember taking our children to Lenape Park in the 60's, when the rides were ten cents apiece, and if you bought a dollars worth they gave you an extra ticket. The best part was that it only took one ticket for each ride. I have the picture that Larry Anderson did of Lenape Park, among many other of his Wilmington pictures. How awesome it is to just sit and look at them, and remember back then. Judy (Brumbley) Harrington
judith k harrington <judithkharrington@yahoo.com>
wilmington, de USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 08:17:24 (EDT)
To all you good folks out there who contribute so much to this site, I would like to wish you all a healthy and happy Holiday weekend coming up this week. I'll be heading down to my place in Angola on Wednesday and probably will be spending some busy time on the Boardwalk with the Grand Kids. I guess you all have some great memories of Rehoboth and Wildwood and other like places. I was always more fond of Wildwood in my jitterbug years, now I just enjoy my times with my Children and their Children, Funny how time slips away. Used to go to Wildwood, get half crocked(or more)and sleep under the Boardwalk and hope you didn't get caught, Oh those nights at the Glass Bar. Now I sit on the Boardwalk in Rehoboth and hope my Grand Kids have better sense than their Grand Pop had. Buy I wouldn't change a thing, it's been a great ride, and so far the down hill part hasn't been too bumpy. Again, enjoy the Holiday.
Ray Jubb <golfopera@aol,com>
Wilmington, De USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 22:30:10 (EDT)
Dot Bowdel ,Laura Pierce and Bob Young graduated in the Class of June 1947, Joanie Wilkinson Veazey's class, according to the "Pierrian" for that class. We (Joanie and Bob) danced when we could, but as members of band & orchestra (B0b) and Joan (orchestra) our lunch periods were cut short by rehersals. Note: Manny Kline and Bob Palese, who both developed into serious musicians were also in that class. I also, along with Manny and Bob, as well as Jimmy McGonigle, the Kronfeld brothers, Frankie Pingatore and others had a band with John O'Leary and we played at a number of locations. Fun times!!
Bob & Joanie Veazey <bobbyvz@comcast.net>
Wilmington, DE USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 20:10:14 (EDT)
I HAVE A VERY OLD PHOTO (1920'S ) OF TWO PEOPLE SITTING ON THE TOP STEPS LEADING TO THE RESERVOIR & I BELIEVE THE FLAT PLATFORM TOWER THE ONE THAT YOU ARE TALKING ABOUT IS IN THE BACK GROUND....LET ME KNOW IF YOU WANT TO SEE IT.......JOE( BUBBLES ) PASQUALE
JPASQUALE <JNPASQUALE@COMCAST.NET>
WILM, DE USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 15:59:49 (EDT)
The tower was opened steel construction painted a dark green.    There were opened stairs leading to the top.   It was an observation tower just as Rockford Tower is.    The park itself is built over a reservoir tank which is why it is not at ground level.    I would say the tower was 150 to 250 feet high.

If you look at the photo I took last Summer (See Photo) when I was on top of the hill, you can easily see Rockford Tower, which is another tank reservoir.    The water level in each tank is the same height.    As was explained to me, the two tanks are tied together.    If either tank should fill higher then the other, one would overflow until they were equal.    Water from the city’s street-level reservoirs is pumped up to the two tanks to create the pressure.

The tower was removed sometime in the late 1960’s.     The park became a hangout and drug dealing area for undesirables and a high crime rate developed.    The park was closed to the public by erecting a high steel, permanent fence with locked gates and is monitored.

I lived in the ‘Flats’ and walked to most of the city’s parks.   In my minds eye, I can see that tower now and I am determined to find a photo of that ‘tower’.
webmaster <webmaster@oldwilmington.net>
wilmington, de USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 13:39:46 (EDT)


Ralph, I can understand that the tower would have been used as a lookout point for spotting aircraft since it was at one of the highest points in the city to begin with. What I don't understand, if I read your posting correctly, is why the tower was installed initially. If it were there in the 30's it may have been intended for some other use. Or did I misinterpret your post and in fact it was not there until later (the 40's) and installed specifically for the war? I don't remember ever climbing up it, attempting to, or even if you could have, but it would have had quite a view. I lived on 6th just above Franklin in the early 50's and from the roof of the 3 story building I lived in, on a clear day you could see the St. Georges bridge from there. I can only imagine what you could have seen from that tower. Additionally you would have had a 360 degree viewpoint up that high, unlike my limited south and easterly one. The next question is, of course: Why did they take it down?
Wayne Butler <twntydasys@aol.com>
New Castle, DE USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 12:48:23 (EDT)
Pat, your comments about the good dancers got me to thinking about who was good at Mt. Pleasant. From 1953-55 or so my nod goes to Shirley Wimble who was so good I asked her to teach "Old Two Left Feet" how to jitterbug.
Butch Schilling <fschilling@isacclaims.com>
Mount Pleasant, SC USA - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 09:12:08 (EDT)
I remember Dolores Gonzales very well, but knew her as "Dolly". Mostly from dances at St. John's Cathedral. Have no idea of what became of her after high school.
TheKid <TheKid@nospam.com>
Wilm, DE USA - Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 22:41:46 (EDT)
IN REGARDS TO THE CLAYTON ST RESERVOIR TOWER. I LIVED AT 907 N. CLAYTON ST IN FACT I WAS BORN THERE . THE TOWER WAS AROUND WHEN MY DAD AND MOM WERE IN THERE TEENS. AS I STATED ABOUT 18 MONTHS AGO . THE OLD TIMERS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD TOLD US KID BACK IN THE 40,S , THAT THEY ICE SKATED AROUND THE TOWER. ANY ONE WHO HAD BEEN TO THE TOWER OR WALKED AROUND IT KNOWS THERE IS ABOUT A ONE FOOT DROP OFF THAT CIRCLES THE TOWER. AND THERE WERE PIPES ABOUT EVERY 20 YARDS AROUND THE DROP OFF. . ANY ONE WHO KNEW OF THE ICE SKATEING AT THE TOWER COULD KNOW RIGHT AWAY THAT IT WAS THE PERFECT ICE SKATEING RINK ! THE OLD TIMERS TOLD US THAT ICE SKATING WAS POPULAR THERE IN THE LATE 20,S AND EARLY 30.S. I WAS BORN IN 1932----SO I MISSED OUT ! OH ,YES THE TOWER WAS USED BY THE CIVIL DEFENCE TO LOOK FOR ENEMY PLANES DURING WW -2 . I HAVE MANY PHOTO.S OF THE RESERVOIR OF MY FAMILY AND I, BUT NONE WERE TAKEN AT THE TOWER.
RALPH PRYOR <REPJFK@AOL.COM>
TARPON SPRINGS , FL USA - Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 17:02:35 (EDT)
Just talked to a great source who knew all about the dances at lunchtime at PS. The good dancers in the 49-52 era were: Laura Jane Pierce, Dot Bodell, Bob Young, Jerry Mackey. Also, the good dancers at Wilm. High were Jimmy Garcia, Leonard Episcopa and Dolores Gonzalez. Anybody remember any of these folks?
Pat LeVan <LeVan1706@aol.com>
Port St. Lucie, FL USA - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 19:45:46 (EDT)
I REMEMBER THE TOWER I WOULD SEE IT WHEN I WENT TO DR FORREST OFFICE I THINK IT WAS PUT THERE DURNING WW2 TO SPOT AIR PLANES.
DAVE CAUFFMAN <CAUFFMANDS@AOL.COM>
HOCKESSIN, DE USA - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 19:23:41 (EDT)
I remember the tower at the resevoir very well. I used to pass it every day on my way to Oak Grove School in Elsmere. I rode the bus out Eight Street to Union where I transferred to one going toward Prices Corner (Number 6 line I think). This would have been right around 1950, and I always wondered why it was there. It reminded me of the one you used to see down around Symrna across from the rest area, in the woods there, on the West side of 13. The dances at St. Elizabeths were always a lot of fun. I went for about 3 years in the late 50's. Does anyone remember Ray Morris who sold the cokes for the school? Now there's a guy who can tell you a lot about Wilmington and the people who grew up there in the 50's. He has an oil business on the side (worked for DuPont as an electrician at Chambers Works) and has kept up with the whereabouts of many people from that time period. He graduated from Brown in 1959. I'd like to see him join in here.
Wayne Butler <twntydasys@aol.com>
New Castle, DE USA - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 15:24:18 (EDT)
My memory of the St. Louis Blues March is more recent. In 1985 the Conrad Alumni Band played it in front of the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Ireland's reviewing stand and we knocked their socks off! Conrad won first place in the St. Patrick's Day Parade and our fearless leader, Tim Laushey, had much to do with it. It wouldn't be allowed here but white compected folks sat on thier window sills many stories up to watch.It capped off a great week of vacation and playing. Oddly enough, the Irish seemed to enjoy our dixieland antics more than their own music. We walked into bars playing the Saints Come Marchin' In and they would love it.
jim rambo <rammymex@yahoo.com>
ajijic, jalisco Mexico - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 13:08:04 (EDT)
I remember ir well. Was a member of Sigma Alpha Kappa. Sold miniature hershey bars & mini peanut bars the same size. Held meetings, donated to Nursing Homes & some of us spent time with the residents. All before PC.
Barb <Barbrhodes@comcast.net>
Peabody, MA USA - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 12:38:23 (EDT)
To this day whenever I hear "St. Louis Blues March" by Tex Beneke, it recalls memories of the dances in the boys' gym at P. S. around 1948-49 or so. I also recall guys bending over and receiving swift kicks in the butt by 2 or 3 other guys; must have been a fraternity hazing thing. How many fraternities or sororities were at your school, and what were their names?
Bill Fisher <whfisheratearthlink.net>
Westminster, CA USA - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 12:00:44 (EDT)
I still can not find anyone who can remember the steel observation tower that was on top of the Rodney Street Reservoir Park located at Clayton/Rodney and 8th/9th Streets. I have posted a satellite view showing the remains of the tower foundation.  View Image  Does anyone have a photo of the tower?
webmaster <webmaster@oldwilmington.net>
wilmington, de USA - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 09:29:31 (EDT)
I graduated from PS in 1960 and they were still dancing in the gym during the lunch period.
Swifty <wwswift>
York, PA USA - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 09:24:23 (EDT)
I also remember the PS dancing in the Gym at lunchtime between 1949-52. There were two or three guys (and girls) who were terrific jitterbuggers and who were there every day, but I can't remember their names. Can anyone recall their identities?
Bob Wilson <wilso127@yahoo.com>
Beaufort, SC USA - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 07:57:41 (EDT)
P.S. also had dances in the gym at lunchtime during the forties. Great music by the swing bands. Everybody seemed to have fun. Right Bob ? Bud
Bud <bu49atpoolesite.com>
Wilmington, DE USA - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 06:41:26 (EDT)
Hi Pat! Ah, the 50's dances! I mainly went to St. Lizzie's dances & remember them fondly. Remember when Bill Haley & The Comets appearances caused an uproar in the nearby neighborhoods over the loud noise and "decadant" rock & roll music? LOL, kids today would never believe that the priests would meander through the dancers, tapping them on the shoulder if their bodies were touching. I still think the "jitterbug" was the best & maybe hardest dance - you had to know the steps & be able to follow each guy's style. Wilm.High also had dances every day during lunchtime in the gym. Did they have that in other schools?
Patty <pattywerk@aol.com>
Wilmington, DE USA - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 06:13:52 (EDT)
Hey, kids, we are certainly slowing down here with all our old memories. Just to jog them a little - how about the dances in the 50's? Like Sallies and St. John's on Friday nights, St. Elizabeth's and the Y (girls') on Sat. nights and Sacred Heart and the Armory on Sunday nights. We actually had live bands in those days. Remember? Got some memories to contribute?
Pat LeVan <LeVan1706@aol.com>
Port St. Lucie, FL USA - Friday, May 19, 2006 at 22:18:20 (EDT)
When I was very small my parents took me to the site which is now the Jewish Synagogue to see a dirigible. It was on Washington Street across from the park that has/had the Sugar Bowl.
Connie <nospanwanted>
Wilmington, DE USA - Thursday, May 18, 2006 at 17:54:10 (EDT)
Lynda: attach the picture to an email and send it the webmaster. As far as I know, Harry is the only person with the authority to add pictures to the site.
Swifty <wwswift>
York, PA USA - Thursday, May 18, 2006 at 09:31:47 (EDT)
When I was about seven years old I remember seeing an autogyro as I was leaving Sunday School at Saint Pauls M.E. Church. It flew over Teenth Street Park and I remember that it was red and a neat looking craft. I never saw another one since. When I was very small I can remember seeing a tri-motor plane fly over my neighborhood, most likely a Ford Tri-Motor. I did see one more in 1967 flying over the Pentagon. ...BOB
Robert J. McKelvey <windsorme2@verizon.net>
Cape May, N.J. USA - Thursday, May 18, 2006 at 09:30:13 (EDT)
I have a picture of the gate and entrance to Joseph Bancroft & Sons Company from 1945 but can't figure out how to put it on here.
Lynda Montoro <lmonty7@verizon.net>
New Castle, DE USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 21:54:45 (EDT)
It's interesting to me that the sound of the engines on a blimp (and probably also on the old dirigibles) were, and even are today always easily indentifiable, even if you haven't seen it coming yet. I think it may be because they reverberate against a large semi-hollow tube and the enclosed gas containers, also hollow except for the helium, which creates a depth of sound not heard on conventional prop-engine-driven flying machines. I never fail to look up eagerly to spot these marvels coming or passing by.
Bob Wilson <wilso127@yahoo.com>
B'fort, SC USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 20:29:12 (EDT)
Yes Bob, that had to be the same fly-over I witnessed from Union Park Gardens. The Hindenberg was a bit east of us heading north. I was looking at the port side that was fully sunlit so it must have been mid-afternoon. I seem to recall seeing passengers waving from the windows in the lower part of the hull. And the swastikas were so very evident on the vertical fins. That wasn't significant to me then, being only seven.
Tom Wood <twood@hoflink.com>
Albertson, NY USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 15:56:18 (EDT)
Reference the Hindenburg, I saw it fly over Wilmington in Summer of 1936. I was 7 ½ years old. Was building a model airplane on the back porch of 321 West 23rd Street when I heard the sound of what I thought was a formation of airplanes. Rushed out into the yard and saw that long silver cigar shape floating by. First time I can remember seeing a swastika, it was on the vertical fin. It was flying fairly low, maybe about 1000 feet above the ground.
Bob Veazey <bobbyvz@comcast.net>
Wilmington, DE USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 14:33:28 (EDT)
No US dirigibles survived into the late 30's. The last was the Macon that went down in a storm off Point Sur, CA in 1935. The German built Los Angeles (LZ-126)was decommissioned at Lakehurst in 1932 and remained in the hangar there until scrapped in 1939. I had the opportunity to board the Los Angeles during the summer of 1938 to tour the control car. What a thrill for a nine year old. The Hindenberg crashed on its initial arrival from Germany in May 1937. So the only time it would have been seen flying extensively over the eastern US was the summer of 1936, its inaugural year.
Tom Wood <twood@hoflink.com>
Albertson, NY USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 10:22:39 (EDT)
One of my earliest memories as a little kid in Upstate New York was looking overhead from my front yard, and seeing the awesome sight of a dirigible flying South and low, over the Hudson Valley. I sometimes have wondered if that may have been the HINDENBURG on its way to disaster, but I would have been less than 3 years old at that time, so I doubt it was the "H". But didn't the US Navy have several dirigibles back in the 1930's, named Akron, Macon and Los Angeles? Could it have been one of them that I saw? Or had all of them crashed by 1937, 38 or 39? Dirigible experts, please help me out on this...
Bob Wilson <wilso127@yahoo.com>
Beaufort, SC USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 08:59:20 (EDT)
That P-38 that overshot the runway at duPont Airport was being used at All American Engineering Company for tests of an early in-flight refueling project that AAE was working on with the Air Force. I heard that the pilot was a female ferry pilot that was flying that day. AAE also had a Navy project to develop a portable mooring mast for blimps and another for a winch used to load cargo and personnel without the blimp actually landing, just sorta “hovering” during the operation. Might explain seeing the blimp at duPont. AAE did a lot of interesting things at the airport. The people who worked at AAE called what they did “fungineering”. Was a sad day when we left for South Madison Street in 1969.
Bob Veazey <bobbyvz@comcast.net>
Wilmington, DE USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 08:29:33 (EDT)
We lived on Dickinson Lane in Westhaven from about 1941 to 1950 and went to Alexis I. Tom Wood, I'm a little younger than you are, but I do remember the Dykstras on Greenwood Road (the next road over from Dickinson Lane). In fact, that baseball field I mentioned where the military glider crashed was just west of the Dykstra's house. One of the best baseball players in our group of guys was Dorothy Dykstra, probably your friend's younger sister. Sorry I don't remember the Bettys.
Joe Mosbrook <joe.mosbrook@multiverse.com>
Cleveland Heights, OH USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 00:21:04 (EDT)
did you know the Bettys, Mary Alice, she lived in West Haven I think it was on Dickenson? Ln or Rd.
Jean <usa>
wilm, de USA - Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 14:12:23 (EDT)
For Joe Mosbrook: I too was a teen during the 40's, not far from you. We lived in Lancaster village, several blocks south of Lancaster Avenue and a block east of duPont Road. Many a morning I pedaled my bike up duPont Road past West Haven and the golf course to A.I. duPont school (class of '47). I recall one afternoon watching a house fire on the south side of Vining Lane. Those houses were under construction at the time and not yet occupied, at least not that one. Did you know a Mary Ellen Dykstra that lived on, or near, Greenwood Road? She was a member of the cheerleading squad at A.I.. Several have mentioned the P-38 crash at duPont airport. I missed that one, but did see the North American observation plane that went into that fence on Center road. That was most likely a blimp you saw at the airport. The dirigible era ended with the crash of the Hindenberg at Lakehurst NAS in May '37. I saw the Hindengerg when it passed directly over our neighborhood in Union Park Gardens the summer of 1936. It was low and huge.
Tom Wood <twood@hoflink.com>
Albertson, NY USA - Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 13:19:01 (EDT)
RE: DUPONT AIRPORT -- As a kid growing up in Westhaven in the 1940s, we spent a lot of time watching the planes at the old DuPont Airport, mostly yellow Piper Cubs. But during World War II, there were also a lot of military planes. I remember seeing a P-38 overshoot the east-west runway and crash through the fence onto Center Road near Lancaster Pike. Another time, a glider that was picked up with a hook at the airport crashed into our little baseball field on Greenwood Road in Westover Hills. Other memories include a dirigible landing at DuPont with dozens of men struggling to hold onto the lines in a strong wind, and the time a Cessna went down in the backyard of a house on Vining Lane in Westhaven.
Joe Mosbrook <joe.mosbrook@multiverse.com>
Cleveland Heights, OH USA - Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 10:23:42 (EDT)
To Jimmy Rambo: I saw your comments about the Old duPont Airport. I'm not sure if I've said this or not in the comments before, but we have (I think)four 8 X 10 black and white photgraphs of Charles Lindberg, and the Spirt of St. Louis when he landed at the old duPont Airport. He is standing with my father-in-law, and I think the Mayor of Wilmington, and some other people. Had I not seen these pictures, I would have never realized what a handsome man he was. Oh, and I did print out the comments that you said about Reds Harrington, and gave them to him. He grinned from ear to ear. Also, I grew up at 4th & Franklin, but I'm sure you know that by now, and say hi to your sister Patty for me. Judith Kay (Brumbley) Harrington
judith k harrington <judithkharrington@yahoo.com>
wilmington, de USA - Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 08:33:55 (EDT)
To Ralph: My Uncle Frankie was married twice, I believe. First time, and probably the woman in the restaurant, would be his first wife, I think her name was Franny. He remarried after she died, but that was much later in the late 60s or early 70s, to a woman named Edie. To All: Although "our time" was only 25 years ago and wouldn't qualify for much submissions on OldWilmington.net, I did want to comment, however, that I just returned from Wilmington for a weekend visit to attend my 25th high school reunion from St. Elizabeth's High School. Nice attendance, and very nice time to see and talk with people I haven't seen for all those years. So, for your "old timers," if you ever have a chance to go to a high school reunion, do so. Our group plans on reunions every five years (and so do I) so that if I didn't get to see someone one time, perhaps the second will work out. And, as we get older, we never know when the next opportunity will be. I return to Wilmington on June 8 to attend my nephew's graduation party from St. Elizabeth's. Lastly, my entries as of June 1 will be "postmarked" from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, my new residence for the next several years while working on a masters in library and information science. Look much forward to a city only 90 miles from a large, diverse, open metropolitan area as Chicago. And, Milwaukee can boast of an ethnic diversity much like we have in Wilmington: Italians, Germans, Polish, and a few others mixed in, and a lot of the Catholic variety as well. I know it will be a far different, yet wonderful cultural environment (Iike in Wilmington) than what one can experience in the cozy, insular world of Minnesota.
Susan Cicontte <susansgeese@earthlink.net>
Minneapolis, MN USA - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 22:06:14 (EDT)
On airplanes, my friend Jim O'Donnell and I used to hitchhike from Third and Connell out to the Old duPont Airport on Lancaster Pike. We would wash airplanes for pilots in exchange for rides. Obviously, for liability reasons, that would not happen today. Nicest pilot was named James Bukle (sp.?). He would take us two rookies out over the Delaware River and buzz the Memorial Bridge. That wouldn't happen now either! When I was with the duPont Real Estate Division, the company fought tooth and nail with the community to use the old airport for office buildings.
jim rambo <rammymex@yahoo.com>
ajijic, jalisco Mexico - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 15:41:18 (EDT)
During WWII I was a model airplane (and airplanes in general) nut. Worked at Knowles Hobby Shop where lot’s of pilots from NCC Airbase would hang out and talk flying. They were mostly ferrying planes across the pond to England. One in particular bragged about the B-17 and how he really wanted to loop one sometime. One day I was in the park across from Warner School flying my gas powered control line model and heard the roar of airplane engines, looked up to see a B-17 diving down, then start a steep climb and flop over the top into a loop and roar down again! When next that pilot came in the shop he wanted to know if anybody had witnessed his loop. I was happy to acknowledge his feat.
Bob Veazey <bobbyvz@comcast.net>
Wilmington, DE USA - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 15:20:25 (EDT)
Here is a tidbit about a great neighborhood, while I lived across from the hospital in happy valley during the 30's, 40's and 50's I can not remember a time when we locked our front door. Not that we did not have crime, my mother would sometimes complain about "bums" from the park stealing our milk from our porch. Petty stuff! I guess my family figured lock the barn after the horse is stolen. >>>BOB
Robert J. McKelvey <windsorme2@verizon.net>
Cape May, N.J. USA - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 09:53:28 (EDT)
Wayne, Here in the mountain village of Ajijic there has been zero response to the "border problem". People are humble, non-aggressive, tolerant, not self-centered and they understand the meaning of decorum. I'm sure that's not true closer to the border such as Nueveo Loredo, etc, which is as much like our village as Newark, Delaware is to Newark, New Jersey! We don't have to close the village at 6 P.M. because there's no fear factor at all. No gangs and no murders here...ever. Very strong family ties. The Mexicans that most know in the U.S. are those who, for some reason, couldn't make it here. There's a strong middle class in our area because the ex-pat gringos are employing Mexicans and supporting Mexican businesses like restaurants and home services companies. I haven't seen a MWA (Mexican With Attitude) in the seven months that we've been here. Sad to say, I saw at least one demonstration of attitude per week during my last years in the states. Blue Hen football, Friday Happy Hours with friends, and proximity to family are missed, sure. But unbelieveable weather, prices ($6.00 an hour for our plumber) and friendliness abound here.....no matter what the border situation may be. I don't expect that equation to change. Thanks for aking.
jim rambo <rammymex>
ajijic, jalisco Mexico - Sunday, May 14, 2006 at 11:54:38 (EDT)
As to what happened on the 12th? I too was shot down on that date. It happened in 1962 at St Ann's in the 40 Acres. I was married on that day. A very black day in my history (I jest). It lasted 10 years and was quite a learning experience. I learned just how bad it could be. But I also learned about all the nice people in the 40 acres, St. Ann's parrish, Rockford Rd. and Jos. Bancroft & Sons. Something positive comes from everything, including two little girls carrying a 5 foot heart down Tennessee Ave in the late 60's that came from Sears. It said "Happy Mothers Day Mom" and a picture of them and it was in both Wilmington papers the next day. So aside from all that: A VERY HAPPY MOTHERS DAY TO ALL MOTHERS OUT THERE amongst us and to those who've gone beyond. It's Your day, be Happy, Celebrate, and have a truly good day, from, Wayne, and all the other Sons and Daughters out there.
Wayne <Twntydasys@aol.com>
New Castle, DE USA - Saturday, May 13, 2006 at 18:44:00 (EDT)
....Sorry about the interruption. I just got shot down by a Messerschmidt over Belgium. Later......................
Bob Wilson <wilso127@yahoo.com>
Beaufort, SC USA - Saturday, May 13, 2006 at 12:55:40 (EDT)
ALL of the American Curtis-Wright, Lockheed, Bell, Republic and North American WWII propeller-driven fighters/pursuit planes were neat!...from the P-38
Bob Wilson <wilso127@yahoo.com>
Beaufort, SC USA - Saturday, May 13, 2006 at 12:53:28 (EDT)
During WW2 there were P38 aircraft flying over Wilmington pretty regular. I later learned they were being flown by women pilots on the way to England. Also, I heard the British did not like the engines and switched to Rolls Royce for beter performance. BOB
Robert J. McKelvey <windsorme2@verizon.net>
Cape May, N.J. USA - Saturday, May 13, 2006 at 12:43:17 (EDT)
I'd like to ask Jim Rambo and the other displaced Wilmington people who've moved to Mexico just how they are being treated now. Is there a difference in the attitude of the people there toward our fellow Wilmingtonians and other Americans who moved there, since this illegal immigrant thing. I understand this may be stretching the guidelines of the format for this web site a bit, but those of us who know Jim and others who live there now are wondering, and this is a way to address us all at once as well as be informative to the rest. Thanks in advance for your indulgence.
Wayne <twntydasys@aol.com>
New Castle, DE USA - Saturday, May 13, 2006 at 12:38:35 (EDT)
57 years ago on May 13th Capt. Willaim D. Livergood one of the earliest pilots of the Del. Air National Guard was killed in the crash of his P-47 fighter plane while landing at New Castle County Airport. The site is now Chelsea Estates. Capt.Livergood served his country in WW2 and later joined the guard. Thanks to him and other pilots who served and still serve Delaware and our country. Bud
Bud <bu49atpoolesite.com>
Wilmington, DE USA - Saturday, May 13, 2006 at 10:09:40 (EDT)
How great it was to grow up in wilmington during WW2. The soda was a nickel and so were the Tastypies and cakes. THE ice cream was five cents and a double dip was a dime. I guess I was about ten years old when the war started and there was the OPA, the OFFICE OF PRICE ADMINISTRATION. Prices were frozen for the duration of the war! Things were hard to come by then such as cars and tires, butter and sugar. But we kids could get a great "deal" for a nickel until the war was over! BOB
Robert J. McKelvey <windsorme2@verizon.net>
Cape May, N.J. USA - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 17:49:08 (EDT)
Thanks, guys. I did just look for the tastykake website last night online. They actually sold them out here for a short time (I begged at the grocery store) but apparently didn't catch on and they didn't last long. I always stock up when I come back there. Between needing a beach fix and a food fix, I really need to "go home". Of course there is also my wonderful family to see and all you wonderful Wilmingtonians to make the city a great place to visit. The Greek Festival..........The Italian Festival.........The Brandywine Art Fair. I miss them all.
Mary Roepke <mbcold1@aol.com>
Bloomington, MN USA - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 13:32:55 (EDT)
Mary, you can also get TastyKake products shipped from their website (at a lot less cost than Campo's!) www.tastykake.com
Bill Fisher <whfisheratearthlink.net>
Westminster, CA USA - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 13:18:46 (EDT)
Mary, you sure can get cheese steaks and Tastykake. But you will have to pay dearly for them. A place called Campo's which you can get to on the Internet will ship any place in the USA. They advertise gift packages that contain Philly cheese steak or sub, a Tastykake, a soft pretzel, and a bag of potato chips. I believe they cost $79.99 for the package. But I guess if you want it bad enough.
Ray Zelano <RZelano@aol.com>
New Castle, De USA - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 12:10:42 (EDT)
Thank you Pat and Mary for understanding my problems and it did help me with information from our local area. I never heard of geek squad and I passed it onto other friends that also have had computer problems, infact I told them I found the info from Oldwilmington.net--we might get a few new vistors. I was also so surprise to hear this from Ralph knowing how much trouble he had I thought there might have been a little more compassion, I did what I thought i had to do and apologized, it wasn't meant to hurt him I must have just used my wording wrong and apologized. Let's move on----
Jean <usa>
wilm, de USA - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 09:03:38 (EDT)
I'm with you Pat. I have to say I was shocked when I read it. I get a lot of enjoyment from this sight and it brings back so many fond memories. I miss living in the Wilmington area. I could feel Jean's pain with the computer though, there have been times I felt like throwing mine out the window! Like I said, I have great memories of Wilmington, if I could only get some of those cheesesteaks and tastykakes.........................
Mary Roepke <mbcold1@aol.com>
Bloomington, MN USA - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 23:47:48 (EDT)
Vandever Avenue was in the Ninth Ward. Vandever Avenue & Market Street was Brandywine Village. I always called home in the "Price's Run" area. Who knows? I loved it there, but don't remember any particular name for it. I love reading all of the postings. Born and raised in Wilmington, Delaware, and recognize just about all of the places mentioned. Keep up the good work! Shirley Hudson Jester
Shirley Hudson Jester <ujest110@aol.com>
Newark, DE USA - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 23:34:13 (EDT)
Sorry, everyone, but I am absolutely appalled at the way Ralph Pryor spoke to Jean in his latest missive. We are all native Delawareans and because of that I thought we had respect for each other. Jean only asked for a little help from one of us for her computer problems. Obviously, our Webmaster agrees since he wiped out that correspondence. I really am furious that Ralph Pryor could be so unfeeling. I believe he owes Jean an apology.
Pat LeVan <LeVan1706@aol.com>
Port St. Lucie, FL USA - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 21:43:49 (EDT)
HI SUSAN CICONTE, I WAS WONDERING, DID YOUR UNCLES WIFE HELP IN THE TAVERN AT 9TH. KING ST.? I USE TO SEE A WOMAN HELPING HIM OPEN UP THE BUSINESS IN THE A. M. . THEN IF I WAS ON THE 4.00 P.M TILL 12.00 MIDNIGHT PATROLING THAT DIST. SHE WOULD IN SWEEPING THE FLOORS ,ETC. . AROUND 11.00 P.M LIKE I STATED, THERE WAS ALWAYS PEOPLE IN THE TAVERN, AND THEY WERE ALWAYS VERY ORDERLY.
ralph pryor <REPJFK@AOL.COM>
TARPON SPRINGS , FL USA - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 14:53:03 (EDT)
While reading recent posts I saw Tatnall Homes was mentioned, were these homes on the northwest side of Market Street? I remember those as being very nice looking homes the last time I was in the area in 1958. The only other thing I can remember about Eighteenth and Market St. was the old Atlantic Gas Station and Sayer Brothers Dry Cleaners. They were on the northeast side of the bridge. Beyond that I can recall the railroad tracks that crossed Market St. that came from the old Paper Mill. There may have been new homes constructed in that area since I left. ...BOB
Robert J. McKelvey <windsorme2@verizon.net>
Cape May, N.J. USA - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 11:51:58 (EDT)
This is going to sound silly but, a group of boys use to hang out at Horisk corner.
Joe <usa>
wilm, de USA - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 09:45:36 (EDT)
does anybody remember the old hangout spots for teens during the late 60's and the early 70's??? there was the "yard" "stapler park" "shawtown" "lincoln park" "the hill" "10'th street" anybody else remember any other places??
oldschool55 <oldschool55@verizon.net>
wilmington, de USA - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 09:28:16 (EDT)
To James King regarding the beer garden/tavern: Thanks for the information regarding the dates. The information I have (and I don't have the internet site, but I think that's where it came from) lists King Street Businesses - 1959. So, being that you're father's business was sold in 1958 and this information listing such businesses in 1959, would be very accurate.
Susan Ciconte <susansgeese@earthlink.net>
Minneapolis, MN USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 19:51:12 (EDT)
George, my mom was born on E. 27th St in 1908 - they moved around a lot but she went to #30 school, which I think was at Baynard Blvd. & Concord Ave, and was Class of '26, WHS.
Butch Schilling <fschillling@isacclaims.com>
Mount Pleasant, SC USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 16:52:35 (EDT)
Jean, yes I was able to do it myself and it was not any trouble. They switched my favorites and my email to my verizon account and they also notified all on my address book about the change to verizon.
Harry Brand <salliesbrand@verizon.net>
Wilmington, De USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 16:02:26 (EDT)
Pat LeV. and George - Of course! That area at the foot of Market Street just North of the "Crick" (including Race Street and surrounding 'squares'), was and always will be is called "Brandywine Village", but I don't think it extended up to North of Vandever. I hope those ancient buildings, especially those on the West side of Market, will be preserved forever. And Pat, of course I meant Eastlake, and not Eastview. Senility is beginning to creep in!
Bob Wilson <wilso127@yahoo.com>
Beaufort, SC USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 14:30:22 (EDT)
your right, only in De.--we are also lucky enough to go to baltimore, and get good sea food and new york for a show and night life and always jump on 95 and get to philly--how lucky are we??? oh ,I forgot about the gas price, stay home and eatyour subs and tasty cake.
MeUSA <usa>
wilm, DE USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 14:02:10 (EDT)
While watching the food channel the other day I saw an ad for a place in Philadelphia called Campo's who would make an original Philly cheese steak or an Italian sub and package it along with a tasty cake and a bag of potato chips and mail it to you any place in the country. I thought such a good idea so I looked it up on the Internet. It cost $79.99 for that package. We can walk down the street and get them for under $10. What a great area to live in.
Ray Zelano <RZelano@aol.com>
New Castle, De USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 13:51:23 (EDT)
For "North of Brandywine, East of Market" My mother was born on Race Street in 1908, and She and her brothers and sisters used to refer to the neighborhood as, ready for this, "Brandywine". Take care
George <george091639@msn.com>
Ocean View, DE USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 13:33:15 (EDT)
Bob Wilson: Afraid I can't be of any help with what the area east of Market, north of the Brandywine was called. Did you mean Eastlake when you mentioned Eastview? Wasn't all that area the Ninth Ward? Hope someone can tell us. Saw in this morning's Wilmington paper that the city is converting the beautiful Tatnall homes at 18th and Market Sts. into senior citizen apartments. I remember the Kelly family living in one of them. Also, the very corner one had a well where we kids would get a cold drink of wonderful water on the way home from school. The lady who lived there hung a little tin cup for us to use. Wonderful memories of those beautiful homes. In fact, I have a print of that block by Wyeth in my guest bedroom.
Pat LeVan <LeVan1706@aol.com>
Port St. Lucie, FL USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 11:08:09 (EDT)
Harry I forgot to ask you, what year did you graduate from sallies?
Jean <usa >
wilm, de USA - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 20:43:14 (EDT)
Harry, I was told it was easier to keep my AOL e-mail address and just use verizon for the internet. was it hard for you to change all your e-mail, like banking and other favorites to a new e-mail address. Did you just do the dsl sign up your self?
Jean <usa>
wilm, de USA - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 20:41:47 (EDT)
Say hello for me to Reds Harrington!! He used to pick me up in the Cedars when he drove a school bus. Later, when I was a Deputy to the Attorney General, he was known as the "best" with the suspicious fire investigators of the Fire Marshall's Office. More importantly, one really nice person! I'm living in Mexico now but you never forget the good guys.
jim rambo <rammymex@yahoo.com>
ajijic, jalisco Mexico - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 17:37:44 (EDT)
To Bob Wilson--J. Edgar Doob was the manager or Lowe's Theatre.
norm <buckenae@comcast.net>
wilm, de USA - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 10:43:45 (EDT)
This is for John Medkeff: Regarding the Charles Boyd that you asked about. Is he the Charlie Boyd, from Marshallton, who is a life member of Mill Creek Fire Company? Was married to Lillian Boyd? If so, please tell him that I, and my husband were asking for him. I am Judy Harrington (Fire Marshal's Office), and my husband is Raymond (Reds) Harrington, who is a retired Fire Marshal. If that is the Charlie that I knew, he was a wonderful guy, and I remember him with fond memories.
judith k harrington <judithkharrington@yahoo.com>
wilmington, de USA - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 08:03:35 (EDT)
Yeah, Bob- that sounds about right, but I never knew if we had settled on those boundaries as "gospel". Thanks for the refresher.
Bill Fisher <whfisheratearthlink.net>
Westminster, CA USA - Sunday, May 07, 2006 at 23:03:43 (EDT)
Bill Fisher - As I recall it, we figured that the 9th Ward went from the Brandywine North to the Shellpot, and from Market Street West to Broome Street. Now if that is basically true, what was the name of the specific nabe that was East of Market North of the Brandywine, down to the Delaware River or at least to the final kink of the Crick, and North to 42nd Street. Part of it was Eastview I think, north of about 28th Street, but what about the old nabe that centered itself on Vendever Avenue and/or Price's Run Park? I'll bet Shirley H. Jester could tell us that, or the former Pat Paisley might want to chime in. Or Patti S. LeVan? Gang? And here's a trivia question for everyone: WHO WAS J. EDGAR DOOB?
Bob Wilson <wilso127@yahoo.com>
Beaufort, Lady's Island, SC USA - Sunday, May 07, 2006 at 22:35:20 (EDT)
Helen, My mother (90) said it was #27, could be wrong but, she is pretty good with remembering the OLD days of the forty acres, rockford, and kentmere.
Jean <usa>
wilmington, de USA - Sunday, May 07, 2006 at 16:59:46 (EDT)
My brother Holmes thinks the old red school in Rockford was #29
Helen <hmdoh@verizon.net>
Wilm., De. USA - Sunday, May 07, 2006 at 12:42:29 (EDT)
BILL, Your post about the Happy Valley border limits, I always thought they were Delaware Ave. to the Brandywine and Van Buren St. to Adams St. Nothing set in stone,never have seen it on any map. I did notice a map from this website which showed a part of the cemetery as being in Happy Valley. We were a pretty active bunch and I believe the deceased were not included in our day to day goings on.
Robert J. McKelvey <windsorme2@verizon.net>
Cape May, N.J. USA - Sunday, May 07, 2006 at 11:59:09 (EDT)
ray krouse, julie faville, charlie mccay, geez i knew them all.
john medkeff <medkeff@yahoo.com>
bear, DELAWARE USA - Sunday, May 07, 2006 at 00:11:25 (EDT)
jean, i knew betty massey also.
john medkeff <medkeff@yahoo.com>
bear, DELAWARE USA - Sunday, May 07, 2006 at 00:08:36 (EDT)
jean, yup, i remember sophies' sub shop at shallcross & lincoln. good subs!
john medkeff <medkeff@yahoo.com>
bear, DELAWARE USA - Sunday, May 07, 2006 at 00:07:09 (EDT)
What are/were the boundaries of the Forty Acres? How about Happy Valley? I lived across Monroe St. from McCabe Church, in the Ninth Ward, and I recall we were trying to put boundaries on that, too. I can't remember if we came up with any, either officially or semi-officially. That was some time ago on this board, so my memory once again has faded.
Bill Fisher <whfisheratearthlink.net>
Westminster, CA USA - Saturday, May 06, 2006 at 19:04:46 (EDT)
Jean, Yes, that's my cousin Charlie, we call him Sandy and Julie his wife. Linda
Linda <lac1053@aol.com>
wilmington, de USA - Saturday, May 06, 2006 at 18:05:02 (EDT)
For all those who those who spent some time around Forty Acres..do you remember Sophie's Sub Shop near St Ann's..probably on Shallcross and Lincoln or Scott St? Most of the kids who went to St. Ann's went home for lunch every day. There we only a handful of us who lived too far to go home & back (I lived on Jackson St.). We just hung around the basement and I suppose the janitor must have kept an eye on us. It was such a TREAT to go to Sophie's for a tuna sub (on Fridays) with an orange drink to boot. I wonder where I got the money???must have saved up my milk money!
Joan Mier <joaneq@aol.com>
Middletown, DE USA - Saturday, May 06, 2006 at 18:03:49 (EDT)
John, I don't remember the boarding house but, my mother was just telling me about it, a friend of hers Betty Massey, lived in there when she moved here from Maine and also met her husband at the boarding house and then she moved into a house on rockford rd because she worked at the mill . I think that is what the homes were, for the workers. I think the homes in kentmere were also mill owned homes
Jean <usa>
wilmington, de USA - Saturday, May 06, 2006 at 17:43:43 (EDT)
Yes I know Charlie McKay, he married Julie Faville and still lives in the forty acres on Lincoln St.
Jean <usa>
wilmington, de USA - Saturday, May 06, 2006 at 14:03:38 (EDT)
Bancroft!!!!! My father, Ray Krauss, my uncle, Charlie McKay, my cousin Charlie McKay Jr and I think some of my mother's family worked there, Patterson's from the Forty Acres. My mom and dad also lived on Rockford Road, but I wasn't born yet, I lived on Bancroft Parkway. What a great site, brings back a lot of memories both told to me and rememberd by me. Unfortunately, we have none of my dad's and mom's generation left Thanks again for some great memories Linda.
linda <lac1053@aol.com>
Wilmington, DE USA - Saturday, May 06, 2006 at 10:40:20 (EDT)
AS A CHILD I LIVED AT 13TH & DUPONT STS. FOR 3 YEARS . IN THE EVENING MY FATHER USED TO TAKE ME FOR ICE CREAM. I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO REMEMBER THE NAME OF THE STORE. IT WAS JOE PROUDS.THANKS FOR WRITING IN. THAT SURE BRINGS BACK A LOT OF NEAT MEMORIES. KAY BURTON WELLS
Kay Burton Wells <breckslnkid12@yahoo.com>
Pike Creek, De USA - Saturday, May 06, 2006 at 09:18:55 (EDT)
Superb site and gives a feeling of the true America, although I have visited Florida, Alabama and New Orleans I have never been 'Up North' I am very interested in Wilmington because my Great Grandma settled there in the late 1890's, she had Parkinson's Market at 2001-3 Delaware Avenue at Union Street which she opened in 1914/15. The telephone numbers at that time were 7385-86-87-88-89. I have an original catalogue of the shop which would probably be of interest to oldwilmington, but would love to find out more both about my family, the store, and Wilmington in general if anyone has the information. Thank you, Jennifer Kenyon, Devon England
Jennifer Kenyon <flats@alpinehouse.co.uk>
Devon, -- England - Saturday, May 06, 2006 at 02:48:05 (EDT)
Does anyone remember the Doeskin Paper Plant. I was their RN when I received the call that it was on fire, & burned to the ground. There were homes all around the Plant and I was also the community Nurse as well. Lots of employees wonderful kids and some Moms as well as the Dads worked there. Mr. Nairn, a Scotsman was an owner, Bill Rowan was the Plant manager.It was scary to ride to work there when it was icy & snowy... driving down that hill. Also, any new news about the Devon Condo? I, Hubby & daughter lived there for 3 yrs, so DTR could get transportation to the Tatnall school, until we found a home to buy so she could get the bus.
Barb <barbrhodes@Comcast.net>
Peabody, MA USA - Friday, May 05, 2006 at 23:19:45 (EDT)
yeah jean, i remember joe prouds & wineburgers. the kids called wineburgers " the little jew store " and i always got bill boyle to cut my hair. :-]
john medkeff <medkeff@yahoo.com>
bear, de USA - Friday, May 05, 2006 at 20:12:20 (EDT)
HEY WAYNE. YUP, I DID LIVE ON ROCKFORD ROAD--#26--IT WAS UP THE STREET FROM THE CALLAHANS.I KNOW ELEANOR DIED OF CANCER A FEW YEARS AGO. I HEARD THAT MIKE STRYS ALSO PASSED. ELEANOR AND I WERE THE FIRST KIDS FROM ROCKFORD TO START ST ANNS AT THE SAME TIME. I ALSO WENT TO HIGH SCHOOL WITH STRYS. SMALL WORLD, HUH ? I REMEBER WHEN BANCROFTS WOULD PAINT & WALLPAPER THE HOUSE FOR YOU.AND THE COAL HEAT WE USED ! UUUGHHHH !A GUY NAMED AL SLOVIN OWNED THE ROCKFORD STORE, THEN DAVE BALICK, THEN MY BROTHER, TOMMY.I LIVED ACROSS FROM THE BOARDING HOUSE.REMEMBER THAT ?
john medkeff <medkeff@yahoo.com>
bear, DELAWARE USA - Friday, May 05, 2006 at 20:09:50 (EDT)
HI, am back had to run but, can not stay long but, I also forgot ada callahan-also the penny candy stores, remember Joe Prouds and Weinburgs? corner of lincoln and gilpen and joe prouds was on lincoln next to Billy Boyles barba shop
Jean <usa>
wilm, de usa - Friday, May 05, 2006 at 14:51:52 (EDT)
wayne, what callahans do you know, Roy, hughie and dottie.
Jean <usa>
wilm, de USA - Friday, May 05, 2006 at 13:51:47 (EDT)
I WAS JUST READING SOME OF THE E-MAIL ON THE WILM NET. AND BOY YOU GUYS REALLY TOOK ME BACK IN TIME , I COULD SEE MY SELF SLEDDING DOWN THE CLAYTON ST. AND THE STREETS IN THE FORTY ACRES. AND YOU FOLKS WERE THERE ALSO !AND WE WERE ALL KIDS AGAIN ! GOING IN THE CANDY STORES FOR THE PENNY CANDY AND A DOUBLE DIP OF ICE CREAM, AND I STILL REMEMBER THE PRICE OF A DOUBLE DIP---EIGHT CENTS ! WOW NO WONDER WE CALL THEM THE GOOD OLD DAYS. THANK,S ,---FOR A FEW MINUTES I WAS A KID AGAIN, THANKS TO YOU FOLK,S.
RALPH PRYOR <REPJFK@AOL.COM>
TARPON SPRINGS , FL USA - Thursday, May 04, 2006 at 22:27:58 (EDT)
Joan,Same stores I grew up with, the candy and ice cream store between Jackson and Adams on Shallcross Ave.The best penny candy and for a nickle I would get two bags.Dixie cups with the small wooden spoon for five cents. The store on the corner of Shallcross Ave. was a grocery and meat counter. The store closest to you was Jackson's where I always charged Chocolate milk and Tasty Cakes on my mothers bill. Great sledding next to the cemetery from Shallcross all the way past the Park Drive and over the small foot bridge over the race. There was an old gate to the graveyard on Wawaset, never seen it used, but it had a sign on it that said "DEAD END". I always meant to take a picture of it. BOB
Robert J. McKelvey <windsorme2@verizon.net>
Cape May, N.J. USA - Thursday, May 04, 2006 at 21:36:55 (EDT)
Robert, How could I ever have forgotten sledding down Jackson St.!!! Thanks for the memory...see my grin :) ? That was a great time in that neighborhood. I remember all the trips up to the corner grocer at Jackson and Lovering. Then there was another store up the hill (Jackson St) it may have been a drug store (?) but the best, BEST was the candy store in the middle of that block! It was probably a sandwich shop but to us kids, it was the Candy Store. I used to walk past (quickly) the Memorial Hosp. every day on Lovering on my way to and from school at St. Ann's in Forty Acres.
Joan Mier <joaneq@aol.com>
Middletown, DE USA - Thursday, May 04, 2006 at 18:45:24 (EDT)
JOAN, Good to hear from someone who lived in Happy Valley! I feel I was lucky to live where I had so much fun growing up.Never needed much money as I would hike and play around the Brandywine. When I wanted to go to the movies I collected soda bottles and took them to the store for deposit. Hey, I remember sledding down Jackson Street from Shallcross to Walwaset, lots of fun. Lived across from the hospital until 1957. ...BOB
Robert J. McKelvey <windsorme2@verizon.net>
Cape May, N.J. USA - Thursday, May 04, 2006 at 17:06:29 (EDT)
Robert McKelvey, I lived for some time in the Happy Valley area. I lived on Jackson between Lovering and Wawaset(mid 50's).I remember the Bath House. By that time though it was in pretty bad shape and closed but some of us kids got in there and looked around. I have often wondered over the years just how it was in its prime and how it was used. You also can't forget sledding down monkey hill across the river!, Josephine gardens and the zoo, getting warned to stay away from "the race" by Mom. hahaha
Joan Mier <joaneq@aol.com>
Middletown, DE USA - Thursday, May 04, 2006 at 15:29:04 (EDT)
I too worked for Uncle Joe (Bancroft's) during the early 60's. I remember your name John, but can't picture you. I beleive you lived on Rockford Road down the street from my first wife and her family The Callahans. Tom was head of the caarpenter shop, and his daughter Eleanor was a secretary in the Bon-Lon group when I went there in 1960. His other daughter Mary Ceil was still in High School at St Elizabeths. Eleanor went on to marry a guy who worked there by the Name of Mike Stryzs. He became a city cop, but they called him Tony on the force. She has since died of cancer. Earlier someone mentioned a store on Rockford Road. I never saw it, but it was next door to the Callahans house, the Mother made reference to it quite a bit. It was run by someone who lived there. The houses there were $5.00 per week and if the electric bill was over $8.00 per month Tom would have a fit. If the people who live there now knew that, they would cry in their Dom Perignon. I worked in the Ban-Lon group also, but was very happy to leave. The paymaster there Mary Cunningham became my sister in law aboout 15 years later when I married my second and present wife. Like I've said here before, if you live long enough in Delaware it will all come around again, and you'll meet all those people again, so don't do anything anywhere in Delaware you would be regretful of later. It's true Delaware is a small state.
Wayne <twntydasys@aol.com>
New Castle, DE USA - Thursday, May 04, 2006 at 14:48:16 (EDT)
While looking at photos of Wilmington schools I noticed the small park in front of Brown Vocational High School. When looking close you can see a cannon and a stack of cannon balls and just a part of a second cannon. I can remember stopping and looking at those magnificent pieces of history with my Grandfather when I was about 5yrs. of age. Any senior citizens out there remember the park and cannons? They were taken for scrap metal during the second world war, what a shame. They were most likely gone by 1943. ...BOB
Robert J. McKelvey <windsorme2@verizon.net>
Cape May, N.J. USA - Thursday, May 04, 2006 at 12:57:18 (EDT)
John & Jean, My mother also worked at Bancrofts - Elizabeth Nestor (married name Heather) Anybody remember her there ? I worked there in the mid to late 70's when it was Wilm. Finishing CO.
Bruce <bc@aol.com>
Houston, TX USA - Wednesday, May 03, 2006 at 12:12:41 (EDT)
ROSE, Thanks for the information about the portrait of George Washington in the classrooms at Warner School. Lots of memories of going to school there but,I never could recall seeing the paintings. Sorry I can not be of help concerning the photograph for which you are looking. ...BOB
Robert J. McKelvey <windsorme2@verizon.net>
Cape May, N.J. USA - Wednesday, May 03, 2006 at 10:15:59 (EDT)
JOE, WHAT YEAR DID YOU GRADUATE FROM ST ANNS ?
john medkeff <medkeff@yahoo.com>
newark, de USA - Wednesday, May 03, 2006 at 09:59:18 (EDT)
JEAN, WHO IS YOUR MOM ? MOST OF MY FAMILY ALSO WORKED AT BANCROFTS TOO. SHE HAS TO KNOW THE MEDKEFFS' .
john medkeff <medkeff@yahoo.com>
newark, DELAWARE USA - Wednesday, May 03, 2006 at 09:52:58 (EDT)
Hey Bob...I remember those George Washington paintings well from Warner Jr. High but sadly to say they were always covered in spitballs...I was born and raised in Wilmington, Shortlidge Elementary fom K-6, Warner Jr high 7-9, and PS 10-12 I am trying to find old pictures from Shortidge from 1959-1961 of a science project about the eclipse for a lifelong friend of mine.They printed a picture of her class. Library hasn't been able to help and being way out here in no where's land doesn't help. Does anyone have any really old newspapers???
Rose(Watson)Culver <reculver71@aol.com>
Layton, UT USA - Wednesday, May 03, 2006 at 00:47:00 (EDT)
Kay - You've got The Henry Aldrich radio show mixed up with Archie Andrews, but that's easy to do...they were much alike. The Aldrich shoe began with this signature intro.....(Henry's mother's voice, calling) "HENRY! Henry Aldrich1" (Henry,[Ezra Stone] answering) "C-Coming, Mother!" Aldrich ran on Tuesday night on NBC, and Andrews, on Saturday morning (at least they did in my day...)
Bob Wilson <wilso127@yahoo.com>
Beaufort, SC USA - Tuesday, May 02, 2006 at 21:38:54 (EDT)
THE ARCHIE SHOW THAT I AM REFERRING TO WAS DEFINITELY IN THE EARLY 50'S NOT THE 60'S. THE REASON I KNOW THIS IS BECAUSE I WOULD GO SHOPPING DOWNTOWN EVERY SATURDAY WITH MY MOM. THE ARCHIE SHOW WAS ON LATE MORNINGS,BEFORE WE WOULD GET THE ONE O'CLOCK BUS. IT MAY HAVE STARTED OUT AS A REGULAR SHOW,AND IN THE 60'S BECOME A CARTOON VERSION. I REMEMBER AS THE SHOW WAS GOING OFF,THE LIST OF CHARACTERS READ. EDGAR STONE AS HENRY,AND JACKIE KELK AS HOMER.I DON'T REMEMBER THE OTHER PEOPLE.
Kay Burton Wells <breckslnkid12@yahoo.com>
Pike Creek, De. USA - Tuesday, May 02, 2006 at 14:17:18 (EDT)
Preceding the "Archie" show on TV in the 1960's was a Saturday Morning live-audience Radio program in the 1940's that also featured Archie, Jughead, Betty, Veronica, Reggie, Mr. 'Bee and all the rest. The voice for Archie was provided by Bob Hastings, who went on in the 1960's to play a PT Boat officer in "McHale's Navy." The Archie program was sponsored by 'Swift's Premium Franks' and I once conned my parents into taking me to see an actual Archie broadcast at Radio City in NY. Because it was recorded, I later got to hear the same program episode on the radio. (Webmaster Harry, I know this doesn't have much to do with Wilmington, but it is nostalgia, after all...)
Bob Wilson <wilso127@yahoo.com>
Lady's Island, SC USA - Tuesday, May 02, 2006 at 07:53:14 (EDT)
The Archie Show From Wikipedia: "The Archie Show was the first in a long line of Saturday morning cartoon animated series produced by Filmation and based upon Bob Montana's Archie characters. The Archie Show first debuted on CBS in September 1968, and Archie Andrews and his pals appeared in various spin-off shows on Saturday mornings until 1978." The show was based on the Archie Comics series first published in 1939.
Tom Wood <twood@hoflink.com>
Albertson, NY USA - Tuesday, May 02, 2006 at 00:43:50 (EDT)
MY GRANDFATHER, JOSH HENRY BOUGHT THE BEER GARDEN/TAVERN AT 836 KING ST IN 1934 AND OWNED IT TILL HE DIED IN 1958. IT WAS LOCATED NEXT TO CLAYT HARRISON'S PARKING LOT. FOR MANY YEARS IT WAS MEN ONLY. MY FATHER, PAUL KING WORKED THERE DURING THE 1950'S.
JAMES KING <KMAILMANJ@AOL.COM>
WILMINGTON, DE USA - Tuesday, May 02, 2006 at 00:17:07 (EDT)
Jean, my father, Franklin E. Stillwell, was a foreman in the Bancroft Mills years ago. Ask you mother if she remembers him.
Pat LeVan <LeVan1706@aol.com>
Port St. Lucie, FL USA - Monday, May 01, 2006 at 21:04:59 (EDT)
Maybe someone out there can answer a question foe me. There was a T.V. show in the early 50's with ARCHIE & Jughead. What was the name of the show,and was it in cartoon form ? Kay Burton-Wells
KAY (BURTON)WELLS <breckslnkid12@aol.com>
Pike Creek, De USA - Monday, May 01, 2006 at 20:57:00 (EDT)
Jean - Ivy Road is still there, but now its West Side is lined with very expensive and elegant condos, or at least it was three years ago...
Bob Wilson <wilso127@yahoo.com>
Lady's Island, Beaufort, SC USA - Monday, May 01, 2006 at 18:59:45 (EDT)
John, I talked to my 90 yr old mother about the school in rockford and the school is #27 she loves to go back and remember the good ole days she worked at Joseph bancrofts which we all refer to as the "mill". I also forgot about Ivy rd. in rockford, is that still there??
Jean <usa.com>
wilmington, de USA - Monday, May 01, 2006 at 13:07:40 (EDT)

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