By Maxine Carter-Lome, publisher During the Revolutionary War, instantaneous communication was non-existent, especially over great distances. News and personal correspondence were either delivered by land on foot or horseback, or […]
Author Archives: Nick Boschetto
17
Jan
Jan
Working and living in the town where Old Sturbridge Village is located, Sturbridge, MA, we at the Journal are quite familiar with historical, especially military reenactments. Every August, OSV holds […]
15
Jan
Jan
By Shirley M. Mueller, M.D. January is an important sale month at many auction houses. Once again, I’m in the game. The last time this happened, I was a […]
By Judy Gonyeau, managing editor Name any country music star and chances are they are a member of one of the strongest and most influential organizations as it applies […]
08
Jan
Jan
Cookie jars have been kitchen staples for decades. Most of us grew up with one – the kitschier the better – and have fond memories of what could be found […]
by Rob Wolfe of American Pickers For centuries, collecting religious artifacts and iconography has been a pursuit that transcends time, geography, and personal beliefs. These objects often hold profound significance […]
03
Jan
Jan
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall A star-shaped wooden double-sided paint-and-gilt “Millinery and Fancy Goods” trade sign, 34 […]
by Douglas R. Kelly Best to get this out in the open, right off the bat: I’m not a rubber toy person. Over the years, I’ve owned a total […]
01
Jan
Jan
By Maxine Carter-Lome, publisher Behind every major company and brand launched in the early decades of the 20th century was an innovator with a vision. Nineteen twenty-five saw more than […]
27
Dec
Dec
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall A photograph by Ansel Adams titled Aspens, Northern New Mexico (Vertical) sold for […]
