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Donna – Jefferson Theatre, Auburn, New York

100 Years ago – 8 January 1923. “Donna 100 years ago” reviews my grandmother’s vaudeville life. Madonna Montran, aka “Donna Montran” & “Donna Darling,” had an exciting career during the 1920s. A definite headliner, she crisscrossed the country with her … Continue reading

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Abbreviated Sketch – Chester Fenyvessy

Brown-Montran Research Montran Line #52Ancestors By Don Taylor We all have surprise discoveries. Events that you had no idea occurred. That family secret that was never, never, spoken of. One of the most significant surprise discoveries I’ve had in my … Continue reading

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Donna in the News – Binghamton Theater, Binghamton, New York

“Apple Blossoms” – 16, 17, & 18 November 1922  Vaudeville, Donna Darling & Boys By Don Taylor “Donna in the News” is my reporting of newly found newspapers articles and advertisements regarding my grandmother, Madonna Montran (aka Donna Montran and … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday Deborah Buel!

Brown-Sanford-Parsons-Maben-Rowley-Buel Line May 2 Today, I remember my 6th great-grandmother, Deborah Buel ROWLEY. She was born on 2 MAY 1763 in Amenia, Dutchess County, Province of New York. Deborah married Wicks Weeks Rowley about 1783. She died on 15 January … Continue reading

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Donna in the News – Jefferson Theater, Auburn, NY, Jan 8-10, 1923

Donna Darling – Vaudeville By Don Taylor “Donna in the News” is my reporting of newly found newspapers articles and advertisements regarding my grandmother, Madonna Montran (aka Donna Montran and Donna Darling). I am always excited when I find a … Continue reading

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