Category Archives: Duquesne Carnegie Library

30 Sights, Sounds and Smells of a Duquesne Summer

Posted on July 7, 2013 by Jim

It has been unmercifully hot the past few nights here in Ocean Pines. I cannot remember the last time we were able to sleep with our windows open at night. We’ve become so dependent on air conditioning, I often wonder … Continue reading →

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1954 Duquesne Retrospective

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Jim

There are times that I really struggle with post ideas. It seems that I have covered every inch of my childhood memories. However, whenever “writer’s block” occurs, all I have to do is peruse a few issues of The Duquesne … Continue reading →

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A Christmas Gift and Wish

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Jim

It’s Christmas Eve and I am just relaxing and thinking of my family and friends. Unfortunately, Judy is suffering from a very bad case of acute bronchitis and is having a very tough time between the coughing, the wheezing and … Continue reading →

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Duquesne’s Got Talent

Posted on May 19, 2012 by Jim

I am fortunate to be the father of two wonderful daughters. They have both grown up to be spectacular women and I couldn’t be prouder. I enjoyed every aspect of their childhood and look back on their childhood adventures with great … Continue reading →

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When The Library Was New

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Jim

С Рождеством and Happy New Year everyone! Well, it’s official. We have reached the close of the “Hunky Holiday Season.” Friday, January 06, 2012, is the Epiphany,  the 7th will be the Orthodox Russian Christmas, and the following day will be the day that … Continue reading →

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Homage to Duquesne’s Library

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Jim

“The death of my friend is on the hands of all of them. This should not have happened. He should not have died.” – Stephany Sofos When I began this blog, I never wanted to climb on a soapbox and … Continue reading →

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One of Duquesne’s Icons – A Cultural Playground

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Jim

“The loss of valued places diminishes us all, and the most unnecessary losses, the most indefensible, result from ignorance.” English Heritage 2002. I recently had the opportunity to visit my old stomping grounds in Duquesne. I have been fortunate to … Continue reading →

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