Connie Sychowski
Editor Genealogy Corner
The month of the June brings with it thoughts of… the last day of school, beginning of summer, and swimming pools to stay cool in. Most of all June is time to pay tribute to our father’s, for all they do and have done. For all they will continue to do.
As I began to ponder this point a phrase from my childhood leapt into my mind. “Father of His Country” George Washington (1732-1799) our very first president (1789-1797) upon his death, the famous tribute by General Henry Lee, “first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen,” accurately reflected the emotions that Washington’s death aroused. This tribute over time was crowned with the title “Father of His Country.” Let me close with this, a tribute to a man who never had children of his own, yet was a father to an entire country.
Inscription at Mount Vernon
Washington, the brave, the wise, the good, supreme in war, in council, and in people. Valiant without ambition, discrete without fear, confident without presumption. In disaster calm; in success moderate, in all himself. The hero, the patriot, the Christian. The father of nations, the friend of mankind, who, when he had won all, renounced all, and sought in the bosom of his family and of nature, retirement, and in the hope of religion, immortality. ~ Anonymous
Remember your father by sending in stories and photos. Preserve those memories for the generations to come.
Until next month,
Connie Sychowski
Editor Genealogy Corner
Online Forum:
For our readers, who have internet access, please take some time to visit and participate on the many message boards available. It is a great and easy tool to use and a wonderful way to share. As a side note; in trying to assist you along in your search, our goal is to have the largest free listing of names on the internet. So let me encourage you to become active participants with us to reach our goal. By sending in obituaries, cemetery, census, ship passenger listings, and engagement, wedding and birth announcements, you can help us to reach our goal. If you haven’t already done so, send in your genealogy information in GED format so it may be added to the database.
Genealogy Question #1: How to begin
We will start really simple with a pencil/pen and a notebook. That is all you need to begin your research. Next... the best place for you to begin your search is with yourself. Start with your name, date of birth, place of birth, if/when and where you were baptized. The names of your parents (mother's maiden name) and any brothers and/or sisters you may have, along with their dates and places of birth. Include a little bit about who you are and what your life is like at the time of writing.
“Springs Valley Gazette”
Published by the Students of the Journalism Class of French Lick High School, French Lick, Indiana in October, 1932.
October 7, the convocation program was given by the Music Department, directed by Miss Luckette. It consisted of:
Two songs sung and played by Chester Baxter
A saxophone duet by Joan Toliver and William Beaty
Baritone solo by George Drabing.
Two songs sung and played by Maybel and Jessie Wininger.
October 14, of the eight students who tried out for YELL LEADERS, Helen Wildon and Trever Pinnick where chose to intimidate French Lick’s opposing rooters in the coming season of basket ball.
Ethel Powell, a student of the freshman class, won first prize in the dress reviews at Mitchell. The dress was of white organdie.
Student notes:
William Beaty was in Chicago, Ill., Saturday, Oct. 15.
Louis Kerby, member of the class ‘32’ visited school Monday, Oct. 3.
Sammy Louis Roberts was the guest of Coen Beaty Oct. 15.
Marche Goldman, Joyce Conrad, Dale Conrad and Joyce Lane were in Paoli, Sunday, October 16.
Miss Ruth Flick entertained Miss Martha Crook, Wednesday night, Oct. 12.
Miss Barbara Flick spent Thursday night Oct. 13 with Miss Adeal Overlin
Miss Pauline Pitcher spent Wednesday night Oct. 19, with her cousin, Evelyn Crowder.
Pauline Pitcher spent Tuesday night Oct. 11, with Mary Etta Simmons.
Miss Audry Wagoner was the guest of Miss Pauline Case, Oct. 15.
Miss Elsie Qualkinbush spent Thursday night Oct. 19 with miss Fern Moore.
Miss Pauline Kendall was the guest of Miss Margaret Kellams over the week-end, Oct. 20.
On Oct. 21, Miss Eleanor Van Hoy of Loogootee was the guest of Misses Laura Jane Ellis, Margaret Prow and Mary June Cave.
William Ellis and Leonard Duncan of Hanover College spent the week-end of Oct. 20 with William’s father, W. C. Ellis of French Lick.
Miss Esther Holiday entertained Miss June Flick Oct. 23.
Miss Merlend Stephenson of Chambersburg was the week-end guest of miss Violet Elledge.
Cap and Gowns
A salesman, representing a cap and Gown Company, displayed caps and gowns for the benefit of the seniors, the rental he stated was $1.00 for 7 days use.
Interesting notes: While reviewing the above school newsletter, it was noticed that one of the original staples was missing. In reattaching some of the papers, we discovered the original staples were only 5/16” in length compared to the ½” length staples used today. Also, along the lines of staples and fasteners, we have an old letter written in the early 1900’s where the individual writing the letter used a needle and thread to attach two pieces of paper together instead of tape or staples. This inspired us to research the history of tape and staplers.
[The History of Scotch Tape]
The Scotch Brand is 75 years old. The first Scotch® Masking Tape was invented in 1925 to help automotive manufacturers solve a problem. Five years later, the earliest cellophane tape hit the market. Scotch® Magic™ Tape was introduced in 1960
The history of staplers
The first known fastening of papers is believed to have started in the 1200's. A short ribbon was put through parallel cuts in the upper left hand corner of pieces of paper. This was followed by a seal-method, connecting papers with wax and textile ribbons. Almost 600 years passed with no attempt to improve the ribbon fastener.
The earliest stapling machine we know of was built during the 1700's for King Louis XV of France. Each individual staple was hand made and inscribed with the insignia of the Royal Court.
In the late 1800's, Staplers made from cast iron using individual staples were introduced. A little after 1900, the first staples in a strip appeared. These were made from sheet metal and were called herringbone staples because there was a space between each staple in the strip.
In 1895, The Acme Sure Shot used loose staples mounted on a cardboard core. This stapler had a faulty feed mechanism because the cardboard would crumble.
In 1905, B. Jahn Mfg. Co., New Britain, Conn. used steel, rear end load herringbone staples. This stapler was the most popular stapler of its time. It used tin coated, stamped metal staples, 25 Staples per strip, each attached by a center bridge. The metal bridges were extremely hard to break. The stapler required the strength of "Samson" to put in a staple. The operator would usually strike the ramhead with a stick or mallet.
The word "Stapler" dates from 1909. Before that time, they were called fastener or something else. Many people referred to staplers as "Hotchkiss" after the famous Hotchkiss Company based in Norwalk, CT.
In the late 1930's, Swingline revolutionized stapling once again with the introduction of open channel stapler, or "4 second loading." This was when the top of the stapler would open up and you'd drop a full strip of staples in. This design is used by most desk staplers now.
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The photo above of Edith Beaty, taken around 1929 or 1930 was submitted by James Bullington.
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This unknown photo of the little girl and doll, was found in a collection owned by Verna Wike nee Hostetter after her death. If any of her relatives happen to know who the individual is in this photo, please contact Franklin Wike here at U.S. Legacies.
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This photo has the name Jim written on the back with a questionmark behind it. It came from a collection of photographs in Lebanon, PA. If anyone recognizes this individual and can help us return this photo to his family, please contact U.S. Legacies.
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We believe the photo above was taken in the 1920s. Lizzie Hostetter nee Long is standing in the back row, second from the left. This photo was taken around South Annville, PA. If anyone recognizes any of the other individuals in this photo, or the one below, please contact U.S. Legacies.
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Published in U S Legacies Magazine June 2003
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