Ashley Ferguson

A photo of Agnes Ethel (1846-1903) stage actress was born Agnes Ethel Koen in New York City to parents Bernard Koen and Mary O'Donnell. She married millionaire, Francis Walsingham Tracy (1839-1886) in 1874. After his death she married her childhood sweetheart Clinton DeWitt Roudebush (1842-1913) in 1890, they divorced in 1901. She died of heart disease in Irving Place, New York 1903 aged 57.

Nellie Stewart (1858-1931) Australian stage actress and singer was born as "Eleanor Stewart Towzey" on 20 November 1858 in Wooloomooloo, Sydney, New South Wales. Her parents were actor and singer Richard (Towsey) Stewart (1826-1902) and opera singer Theodosia Yates (1815-1904). She began her long and productive stage career at about 5 years of age and excelled in comic opera. She went on to tour in Britain, America and India but always returned to her beloved Australia.

Nellie Stewart married wool expert, Richard Goldsbrough Row (1860-1914) in 1884 but separated a few weeks afterwards and eventually divorced in 1900. Her long term business and romantic relationship was with theatrical manager George Musgrove (1854-1916). They had one daughter, actress Nancye Doris (Musgrove) Stewart (1893-1973). Nellie Stewart died 21 June 1931 in Mosman, Sydney, New South Wales aged 72.

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Nellie Stewart was a descendant through her maternal line to well known British comedian, Richard Yates (1706-1796). She had two step sisters by her mother's first marriage who were also actresses, Theodosia and Margaret Stewart. Her 1906 tour to America was abandoned due to the San Francisco Earthquake. She acted in one film, "Sweet Nell of Old Drury" 1911.

A photo of Dolores Moran (1926-1982) - American film actress and glamour model was born "Dolores Jean Moran" on 27 January 1926 in Stockton, California. Her parents were Shell Oil manager, James Glenn Moran (1901-1982) and beauty parlour owner, Mary Esther Whitlow (1905-2008). In her teens she won a number of beauty contests including, "Queen of the Butte County Fair" in 1941. Later that same year she was signed up to a seven year contract at Warner Brothers studio by talent scout, Salvino "Solly" Baiano (1898-1992).

Dolores Moran appeared in about twenty films from 1940 to 1954. Some of her more notable roles were in; "Yankee Doodle Dandy" 1942, "Old Acquaintance" 1943, "To Have and Have Not" 1944, "The Horn Blows at Midnight" 1945, "The Man I Love" 1947, "Johnny One-Eye" 1950 and "Silver Lode" 1954. She also made four television appearances between 1952 and 1954.

Dolores Moran married film producer, Benedict Earl Bogeaus (1904-1968) in 1946, they were divorced in 1966. The couple had one son, Brett Benedict Bogeaus (1948-). Dolores died on 5 February 1982 in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California aged 56.

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Dolores Moran was a popular American Forces WWII Pin-Up. She made appearances as a tap dancing morale booster at a number army camps though out 1942. She appeared on the covers of "Yank", "The Army Weekly" and "Esquire" among others.

Dolores made news in 1968 when she was left a $250,000 inheritance by apricot grower and bachelor, Anthony Ponce (1910-1968). She had only met him once in 1939 when she was working as a car hop at a Sunnyvale, California drive-in. She admitted that "unfortunately for the life of me, I can't remember the man". Then reflecting on his gift to her she said: "Life is truly an extraordinary procession. What a beautiful thing, it's phenomenal. I'm not living in poverty, certainly, but my reaction was one of marvel and awe".

Photo found in antique shop in Oregon. Not my family line.
Back of photo is written: Orville Scheetz, Baker City, Ore.
08 Pillowcases 23 Skidoo St. 1920
Cauthorn Hall, O.A.C.

I suspect this may be Orville Scheetze son of William and Alice.
Born June 2, 1889 - La Junta, Died May 14, 1948- Josephine (Oregon)

This is my father who went by the name of Edward J. Lyon. His parents were listed on his social security application as Joseph Lyon and Mary Rhodes. He was supposedly born in Islip NY in 1920. I am looking for anyone who may have any more information on his family.

Does anyone know anything at all about Edward Lyon, Joseph Lyon or Mary Rhodes Lyon?

Back of photo says Bertha Robinson at 16 or 17.

I bought this photo in an antique store in Cambria California and I am trying to get it back to its rightful owner. Please contact me if this is your relative.
People in photo include: Bertha Robinson

Dr. Thomas Jefferson Pitchford & six sons: Thomas served in the NC State Senate. These sons were in the Confederate Army. Samuel enlisted but was sent home because of his age. 1 son was killed in the Battle of 7 Pines, another was shot in one of the last battles, dying on the way home.
People in photo include: Samuel Waite Pitchford

My great grandfather - John McCormick's sister married aDolan. Had 7 daughters. McCormick from Kingston, Canada. Think Dolans might be also. Please contact me if related. Picture taken between 1850-1897 in Kingston, Can.
People in photo include: Julia Dolan, Maggie Dolan, Mary Dolan, Nellie Dolan, Katie Dolan, Annie Dolan, and Delia-Lelia Dolan

Ethel Marie Ogle (May 14, 1917-November 01, 2007) and her sister Mildred Catherine Ogle (September 17, 1915-September 15, 1998)

Charles Henry Ogle(August 24,1872-August 08,1947), Walter Edwin Ogle(January 13, 1920-May 06,1978) and Mary Ellen Barry Ogle (December 16,1880-July 07, 1952). Walt was on leave at time photo was taken, during WWII.

Possible surnames: Ogle, Steimer, Repasz

A photo Annie (Jacobs) Doss of Cedarville, California, Elementary School. Annie Jacobs Doss standing, front row first from right, with her foot out. Light colored dress. Holding her friend's hand. Johnny Jacobs 6 years old. Standing, fifth from left, front row. Already trying to look like a tough guy!

A photo of Mary Cornelia Bones with her husband Warren Jackson.
People in photo include: Warren S. Jackson

George Waren and sister Elizabeth Chamberlin: This is a picture of my father with his sister. My father was born 18 Sep 1927 died 24 Mar 2001 and Betty was born 15 Jul 1921 In Saratoga Springs, Saratoga NY
People in photo include: George Warren and Betty Chamberln

A photo of Gertrude Lavalle & her brothers Harold, Eugene, Edward, and Arthur.
People in photo include: Harold Lavallee, Edward Lavallee, and Arthur Lavallee

A photo of Edith (Freeman) Jones

A photo of Arthur and Willie Mae Coleman's family.

A photo of Richard Harry Kelly and his wife Edna in Reno, Nevada 1939

David Robinson Taylor born 20 Mar 1884 Kaysville,Davis,UT died 26 Dec 1937 Arimo,Bannock,ID buried Twin Falls Cemetery Twin Falls,Twin Falls,ID-son of James Landrum Taylor & Elizabeth Woolley-husband of Cornelia Elizabeth Crump(1885-1968)