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Modern Family: 1900
Submitted by Dave on Sat, 04/17/2010 - 1:52pm.
Circa 1900. "Admiral Sampson's family." Young relatives of William T. Sampson, a hero of the Spanish American War. Detroit Publishing Co. View full size.
Kudos to the stable hands
Submitted by Anonymous Tipster on Sun, 04/18/2010 - 11:38am.
That's a very well-tended carriage and pair, evidence of much hard work.
Once again,
Submitted by Sean Ryan on Sat, 04/17/2010 - 5:59pm.
little Virginia looked on as she was left behind for the family omnibus outing.
I LIKE MY CAR
Submitted by Neil Rabin on Sat, 04/17/2010 - 5:07pm.
That's what I think every time I see a picture like this. No, wait, make that, I LOVE MY CAR.
Sorry Darlin'
Submitted by OTY on Sat, 04/17/2010 - 4:14pm.
There just isn't any room for you in the carriage. You'll have to stay home alone while we go out for ice cream and a Sunday ride. Have fun.
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