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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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Look at these Magnificent Homes from Erie, PA’s Millionaire’s Row on W. 6th Street Near Downtown: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on May 24, 2022 by xtinethewriter

From about 1871 to the 1930s an area of Erie, PA on W. 6th Street near downtown was dubbed “Millionaire’s Row.” As the city developed, this is where the affluent citizens built architecturally-stunning homes and carriage houses. Enjoy this sampling … Continue reading →

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Extreme HistoERIE Quiz: The Earliest Years of Erie, PA 1795 to 1884: Xtine’s 20 questions

Posted on May 22, 2022 by xtinethewriter

If you know who’s buried at the Wayne blockhouse in Erie, PA then take this quiz! Even if you don’t know, take the quiz anyway! Continue reading →

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Observe the Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse as witnessed in Erie County, PA on May 15, 2022: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on May 16, 2022 by xtinethewriter
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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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“The Native Legend of Presque Isle: Sheltering Arm of the Great Spirit:” Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on April 9, 2022 by xtinethewriter

by Christine Lorraine Morgan ~ April 9, 2022 “It is said that Manitou, the Great Spirit, led his favorite children, The Erie Tribe, to the shores of this great inland sea where they fished its waters, hunted, and tilled the … Continue reading →

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See the beautiful Paintings on the Conneaut Lake Park Carousel, which is for sale as park rides are dismantled: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on April 9, 2022 by xtinethewriter
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Adventures in Musical History – DeBence Antique Music World: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on April 5, 2022 by xtinethewriter

This dandy new-looking Zenith Cobra-Matic was advertised as “The Record Fan’s Delight.” It was described as the “Simplest automatic record-player ever built! Plays all records of any speed from 10 to 85, including the coming new 16 R.P.M.!” Continue reading →

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