These are my great-greatgrandparents, Marshall and Rachael Ragan. Her maiden name is Pierce. I'm trying to get more info. on his father William Ragan and his mother Rachael Hartshorn.
People in photo include: Rachael (Pierce) Ragan and Marshall Ragan
Antique photos showing men's grooming habits - their beards, mustaches, and other types of facial hair.
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Portrait photographs and paintings of our loved ones and ancestors.
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Discover how fashion has changed over the years with this collection of photos.
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