Author Archives: Don Taylor

My Worst Christmas: 1961

Posted on December 25, 2019 by Don Taylor

My History By Don Taylor I’ve seen several blog posts from folks about their best Christmas family experiences. So, I thought that I’d go against the grain and write about my worst Christmas. It was 1961. It had the potential … Continue reading →

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Donna in the News – Sweet Voice at the Orpheum

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Don Taylor

Vaudeville Donna Darling Revue “Donna in the News” is my reporting of newly found newspaper articles and advertising regarding my grandmother, Madonna Montran (aka Donna Montran and aka Donna Darling). I am always excited when I find a new venue … Continue reading →

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Rufus Darling and the First Train in Kalamazoo

Posted on December 19, 2019 by Don Taylor

Darling By Don Taylor Finding stories about the lives of our ancestors is always a joy. In this story, my wife’s 2nd great aunt, Emma Darling, relates the story of the arrival of the first train to Kalamazoo.  The sound … Continue reading →

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Ancestry – December Sale!

Posted on December 12, 2019 by Don Taylor

Ancestry® December Sale AncestryHealth® is on sale for $99* (originally $149) AncestryDNA® is on sale for $59. Ancestry® Gift Subscriptions are also 20% off. Sale ends at 11:59 pm EST on Tuesday, December 31st. This is a great time to … Continue reading →

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The Haley Brick Wall

Posted on December 10, 2019 by Don Taylor

Roberts/Scott/Haley By Don Taylor I hate to ever admit it but, I think I may have hit a brick wall on my Haley line. I think I’ve followed all the reasonable paths and I’m down to speculation and looking to … Continue reading →

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