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Check Out This Collection of Photos from the 1988 Air Show in Erie, PA: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on March 27, 2023 by xtinethewriter

by Christine Lorraine Morgan ~ March 27, 2023 Digging through old photo albums unearthed this series of pictures which were taken at the 1988 Air Show at Erie International Airport in Erie, PA. It was a brilliant day, with sunshine … Continue reading →

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A History of the Pony Express: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on February 14, 2023 by xtinethewriter

By Christine Lorraine Morgan~ first published Jan. 16, 2011 for helium.com/revised Feb. 14, 2023 The Pony Express and its brief 18-month existence carved a deep niche in history because it exemplifies the tumultuous spirit of the American pioneer. With riders … Continue reading →

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Take a historical tour with photos from the Perry Memorial House, a possible stop for the Underground Railroad: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on January 11, 2023 by xtinethewriter

Check out the historically-rich Dickson Tavern/Perry Memorial House in Erie, PA and catch a glimpse into its 213-year-old past. Continue reading →

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See this 1987 photo of the Wayne Blockhouse in Erie, PA: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on December 28, 2022 by xtinethewriter

Wayne Blockhouse in 1987 on black-and-white film.  by Christine Lorraine Morgan ~ Dec. 28, 2022 The entire area near its bayfront is just seeping with Erie’s earliest roots. It’s where the French fort Presque Isle was situated when the City … Continue reading →

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Observe the place where Daniel Dobbins built the ships that helped win the Battle of Lake Erie in Erie, PA: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on October 25, 2022 by xtinethewriter

By Christine Lorraine Morgan, October 25, 2022, updated 12/4/2025 THIS HISTORICAL MARKER AT THE FOOT OF CASCADE STREET TELLS A VERY ENLIGHTENING TALE OF ERIE’S BAYFRONT PAST. Erie’s bayfront is seeped in history ~ Check out these images showing where Daniel … Continue reading →

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Reviewing George Washington’s historical presence in Erie County, PA: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on August 28, 2022 by xtinethewriter

by Christine Lorraine Morgan ~ August 27, 2022 On the south side of Waterford’s Eagle-Hotel stands a life-sized commemoration to the nation’s first President, George Washington, posed in a manner to represent the fulfillment of his first public mission. The … Continue reading →

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Watch this journey into the Little Italy neighborhood in Erie, PA: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on August 8, 2022 by xtinethewriter
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See some of the ships that have visited Erie, PA’s bayfront over the years: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on June 13, 2022 by xtinethewriter

The lake port city of Erie, PA has seen its share of waterfaring vessels over the centuries. Here is a glimpse at some of those nautical visitors. It’s winter 2019 and the “Presque Isle” is docked at the Erie bay … Continue reading →

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Check out these photos of the Erie Thunderbirds Drum and Bugle Corps from 1971 to 2013: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on June 4, 2022 by xtinethewriter

Erie, PA — One of Erie’s snazziest musical endeavors, The Erie Thunderbirds, marches in parades, competitions and shows throughout PA, NY and Canada. Take a look at these historic photos, depicting the corps’ performances from 1971 to 2013. Many of … Continue reading →

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See What Erie’s East Bayfront Looked Like in 1880 With This Photo of the Wayne Blockhouse: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on April 18, 2022 by xtinethewriter

By Christine Lorraine Morgan ~ April 18, 2022 Yes, the shoreline of Presque Isle Bay nearly reached the Wayne Blockhouse as is apparent in this 1880 photo! Garrison Hill, which is slightly to the east of this photo, was a … Continue reading →

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