Monthly Archives: December 2011

Reflections of a Duquesne Hunky

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Jim

As 2011 draws to a close, I’ve slipped into a rather “reflective” mood as one would expect. I have been writing and posting “The Duquesne Hunky” for over a year now. My first post was on 11-29-2010 when I declared … Continue reading →

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The 12 Days of Our Hunky Christmas

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Jim

After spending over 35 years as a retail manager, I have formed some rather strong opinions about the celebration of Christmas in the United States. Granted, I realize that I was party to the commercialization and the ensuing chaos that … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, Food and Restaurants, Stores and Businesses | 27 Comments

In Ol’ Duquesne

Posted on December 24, 2011 by Jim

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL MY DUQUESNE FRIENDS Jim Volk

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DATELINE DUQUESNE – CHRISTMAS 1957

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Jim

I thought it would be fun to imagine for a moment, that I’m back in Duquesne for Christmas. It’s Monday, December 23, 1957. The temperature is an unseasonal 60° and that crisp cold air is missing. Fortunately, by Christmas Day on … Continue reading →

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A Trip Back Home -Part 2 – December 2011

Posted on December 18, 2011 by Jim

My visit to Duquesne this year lasted 4 nights and 5 days, however they seemed to rush by in a matter of hours. My mind produced destinations I wanted to visit faster that I could keep up with. In between … Continue reading →

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A Trip Back Home – December 2011

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Jim

I had the most wonderful trip to Duquesne this week and last. It was all I expected and more. I was able to visit with family, reconnect with old friends, meet new friends and visit places that I haven’t been … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, Church and School - Holy Name, Duquesne's Special Citizens, Visits to Duquesne | 11 Comments

Duquesne’s Christmas Icons

Posted on December 9, 2011 by Jim

I can’t wait to update you on my trip to Duquesne this week, and I am working on the posts now. In the meantime, here’s an update on a poll that I was conducting: The votes are in and so … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, Surveys and Opinions | 3 Comments

The Streets of Duquesne and McKeesport at Christmas Time

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Jim

“Take a look in the Five and Ten Glistening once again With candy canes and silver lanes aglow” As a kid, there was no other store that made me more excited about Christmas than the 5 & 10 Cent stores! … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, McKeesport, Stores and Businesses | 18 Comments