Author Archives: Jim

BTS Torture

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Jim

Well, it’s August 10th, and as a young boy growing up in the Duquesne area, the last thing on my mind would have been going back to school. In August, I was still thinking about playing outside all day, perhaps … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumntime, Church and School - Holy Name, Church and School - Holy Trinity, Church and School - St. Joseph, Duquesne Public Schools, Life in General, Parents | 9 Comments

Those Lazy, Hazy, Crazy Days of Summer

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Jim

In 1963, Nat King Cole released a song that perfectly described how one should enjoy the summer. I can still remember my mom and dad listening to the radio on summer nights while the sat with their neighbors on our back patio. … Continue reading →

Posted in Kennywood, Life in General, Playing and Games, Sports, Summertime | 10 Comments

Voices from Duquesne – August 1, 2011

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Jim

As promised – I will be publishing any feedback, comments, questions, names, etc. that I receive on the FIRST anf FIFTEENTH of every month. So many “Duquesnites” continue to raise their hands and say “Here I am” via the comment … Continue reading →

Posted in Feedback From Our Friends | 1 Comment

That Certain Summer

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Jim

When I was seventeen It was a very good year It was a very good year for small town girls And soft summer nights – Ervin Drake I am fortunate to live in an area that is only minutes from … Continue reading →

Posted in Food and Restaurants, Kennywood, Life in General, Stores and Businesses, Summertime | 11 Comments

A Trip Down the Streets of Duquesne

Posted on July 24, 2011 by Jim

Well, after a lot of work, I have finished a project that I think you might find enjoyable. Our friend, Jim Hartman, at the Mifflin Township Historical Society, graciously shared a copy of a 1940 Duquesne City Directory that was … Continue reading →

Posted in Duquesne Buildings, Duquesne History, Stores and Businesses | 75 Comments

Voices from Duquesne – July 2011 – Chapter 2

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Jim

Once again, I have been receiving emails from so many current and former Duquesnites. I invite all of you to raise your hands and join in the role call and let us know where you are. Reconnecting with past friends … Continue reading →

Posted in Feedback From Our Friends | 16 Comments

My Most Unforgettable Character

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Jim

 On Monday of this week, I welcomed my first grandson into the world. I will never forget the exact moment when I laid eyes on his little face. I’m sure that it will be forever etched in my memory. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Miscellaneous | 1 Comment

A Moment of Your Time

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Jim

One of the perks of writing your own blog is being able to just occasionaly, take advantage of the space and of your friends to brag a bit. The last two days have been somewhat chaotic as my wife and … Continue reading →

Posted in Miscellaneous | 17 Comments

Making Them Roll Their Eyes

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Jim

I feel sorry for kids today. I think back to when I was a teenager in high school and how we all used to spend our summers. Perhaps each generation feels the same way, but life was so much more … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in General, Miscellaneous | 18 Comments

Lesson Learned

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Jim

I was driving through my neighborhood on the way to the office today and made an interesting observation. Ocean Pines, MD is a community that rests about 5 miles from Ocean City, MD. As a result, every summer, our tranquil … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in General, My Hunky Family, Parents, Playing and Games, Summertime | 5 Comments