19th century history
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John McGraw
One of the great things about baseball is how deeply it is rooted into America’s past. For example, the National League is celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2026. There are current-day MLB teams like the Braves, Reds, and Cubs, that were founded prior to the end of Reconstruction. The downside of having such a long… Continue reading
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The Otsego Herald
If I ever got transported back in time to the 18th or 19th century, I wouldn’t last long. I just don’t have any of the necessary skills needed to make a living in early America. I know nothing of farming. Jobs like stevedore or lumberjack would be way too strenuous. Despite the nautical pretentions of… Continue reading
About Me

Researcher. Marketer. Teacher. Father of adult children and dogs. 20th Century holdover. Central New York native. Long-suffering Buffalo Bills fan. History nerd. Traveler. Vintage advertising enthusiast. Hat wearer.