1890s

Charles Boylan (1853-1931), Grocer, Columbus, Ohio

Charles Boylan (1853-1931), Grocer, Columbus, Ohio

The grocery store of Charles Boylan (1853-1931) at 1011 Mt. Vernon in Columbus, Ohio. This photos was likely taking in the lat 1890s or early 1900s.

Watchmaker Emil Krone (1858-1943) of Cincinnati, Ohio

Watchmaker Emil Krone (1858-1943) of Cincinnati, Ohio

This man is most likely Emil Krone (1858-1943), a watchmaker and jeweler, in front of his store at 1028 Central Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio in 1896.

"Fish and Oysters Daily" - An 1890s Butcher Shop in Dallas, Texas

"Fish and Oysters Daily" - An 1890s Butcher Shop in Dallas, Texas

This recent eBay acquisition was listed as: “Original 1890s Photo Black Man Posing in Store with Butcher”. An aproned man beneath a “Fish and Oysters Daily” sign is slices a piece of meat. In front of the counter stands a Black man, perhaps a customer, bag in hand.

Fall River, Massachusetts: Blizzard of November 26, 1898

Fall River, Massachusetts: Blizzard of November 26, 1898

This photo shows a scene from the 1898 blizzard in Fall River, Massachusetts. The horse drawn “Reindeer” fire truck is pulled into the fire station through the snow on Second Street. Nearby business include Ye Tavern and Quirk Brothers.

1890s Butcher Shop and Fur Trader

1890s Butcher Shop and Fur Trader

A cigar smoking fur trader stands outside a butcher shop in the late 1890s. He is carrying some sort of animal or pelt. Inside a crowd gathers beneath at “Swift’s Pressed Ham” sign that hangs above a counter full of various cuts meat.

A General Store - Cienfuegos, Cuba (1898)

A General Store - Cienfuegos, Cuba (1898)

Cienfuegos, Cuba, a city about 160 miles to the southeast of Havana, sits along the country’s southern shore. This photograph from 1898 of a general store there captures a slice of life moment in that place at that time.

The A. Walker Company in Santa Fe, New Mexico (1890s)

The A. Walker Company in Santa Fe, New Mexico (1890s)

This photo shows a group of about 16 men, two horses, and a dog in front of the “A. Walker Co.” Is this possibly the A. Walker Company of Santa Fe, New Mexico from the 1880s and 1890s? Here is its story.

"Bee Alyea, a devoted friend passed away many years ago"

"Bee Alyea, a devoted friend passed away many years ago"

This late 1800s found cabinet card photograph from Austin, Texas has a beautifully heartfelt inscription written on the bottom. It reads, simply: “Bee Alyea, a devoted friend passed away many years ago”. Here is Bee’s story.

Naturalization Record for Henry Peter Ratz (1867-1934) - Family Artifact Challenge (Day 12)

Naturalization Record for Henry Peter Ratz (1867-1934) - Family Artifact Challenge (Day 12)

This is the Certificate of Naturalization for my 2nd great grandfather, Heinrich (Henry) Peter Ratz (1867-1934). It was signed on Monday, February 18, 1895 by Robert H. Shields, the County Clerk in Houghton County, Michigan.

Bank of Montreal Hockey Team Reimagined in Full Color (1895)

Bank of Montreal Hockey Team Reimagined in Full Color (1895)

Colorized by Okkama Colorizations at The Psychogenealogist (2019). The 1895 Bank of Montreal Hockey Team is reimagined in full, glorious color! Can you help us find their stories?

Pic of the Week (#140) - An 1893 Children's Group Photograph

Pic of the Week (#140) - An 1893 Children's Group Photograph

A beautiful cabinet card photograph from 1893 showing a group of children. Who are they and what are their stories?

Pic of the Week (#136) - Sweet Smiling Siblings

Pic of the Week (#136) - Sweet Smiling Siblings

I was delighted to find this very unique cabinet card photograph of two smiling children holding hands. Who are they? Can you help me find their stories?

Pic of the Week (#135) - Strunk Artistic Photographer of Reading, PA

Pic of the Week (#135) - Strunk Artistic Photographer of Reading, PA

I like the soulfully angular look of the woman in this late 1800s or early 1900s cabinet card photograph. Who is she? What is her story?

Pic of the Week (#133) - Gentlemen of The Owen House (1895)

Pic of the Week (#133) - Gentlemen of The Owen House (1895)

A gorgeous 1895 cabinet card photograph showing a group of gentlemen gathered in from to “The Owen House” in 1895. Who are these men? Can you help me find and tell their stories?

Pic of the Week (#132) - The Mona Lisa Smile of Laura Victoria Kallman (1875-1961)

Pic of the Week (#132) - The Mona Lisa Smile of Laura Victoria Kallman (1875-1961)

This late 1890s cabinet card from Sycamore, Illinois shows a beautiful young woman with a Mona Lisa smile and a stunning, soulful gaze. Can you help me find her story?

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Sophocles Tsardoulias (1895-1895): On When to Hire Genealogy Help

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Sophocles Tsardoulias (1895-1895): On When to Hire Genealogy Help

How I decided to hire expert genealogy help to research my Greek roots: The story of my 2nd great uncle, Sophocles Tsardoulias (1895-1895).

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The Psychogenealogist Pic of the Week (#88) - Mature Man of Mulliken, Michigan

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The Psychogenealogist Pic of the Week (#88) - Mature Man of Mulliken, Michigan

A mature man well into his 80s sports white hair and a thin, wispy, beard. His leathery hands carry a cane as he sits in a carved wooden chair. Who is he and what is his story? 

The Psychogenealogist Pic of the Week (#76) - Mr. Bert Doyle of Somewhere, Michigan

The Psychogenealogist Pic of the Week (#76) - Mr. Bert Doyle of Somewhere, Michigan

Who was Mr. Bert Doyle of Somewhere, Michigan? What is his story? Where is his family?

The Psychogenealogist Pic of the Week (#75) - The Baker Art Studio of Detroit

The Psychogenealogist Pic of the Week (#75) - The Baker Art Studio of Detroit

The Baker Art Studio was a Detroit photography studio run by Charles Russell Baker (1855-1932). While the man in the photo remains a mystery, here is some information about the photographer who took his picture.

The Psychogenealogist Pic of the Week (#74) - "Secure the Shadow Before the Substance Fades"

The Psychogenealogist Pic of the Week (#74) - "Secure the Shadow Before the Substance Fades"

“Rosa Lena Hutchison and W.G. White. Father and mother before they were married. Picture taken in Burlington Kansas at Fair.” (1890s)