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Tag: 1951-2000

Coins in plastic sleeves found in the time capsule

Bicentennial Time Capsule

Opening of a time capsule created in 1976 by a 5th grade class at Prospect Ave School.
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Pen and ink sketch of Geneva with a view of Seneca Lake and buildings around Pulteney Park

How Did Geneva Get Its Name? – Historians Agree and Also Disagree

Exploration of how Geneva got its name.
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Black and white photo of Fanny Wheat standing in front a blackboard with her YMCA English as a second language all male class.

Bridging the (Language) Gap

Profiles of local women who have helped teach English and Spanish to adults and children to bridge language gaps in Geneva.
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Black and white photo of Florence Stewart

Florence Stewart

Biography of Florence Stewart, a pioneer in the education of children with disabilities and the founder of Lochland School.
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Indoor student rally at Coxe Hall on the campus of Hobart and William Smith Collleges (Geneva, New York) in 1968.

When Hobart Washed the American Flag:HWS in 1968, Part 2

An account of the 1968 election night rally on the campus of Hobart and William Smith Colleges and its aftermath
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Front view of the Centennial Building in the 1920s (Geneva, New York).

Commemorating a Milestone: The Centennial Building

A history of the Centennial building at 68 Castle Street.
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William Smith Students sitting on a couch

William Smith and Seven Sisters Style from the 1940s-1970s

Overview of the Seven Sisters fashion style from the 1940s to 1970s and its influence on William Smith students
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One child sitting in a dentist's chair with a group of children in the background

Geneva’s Medical Societies

A sketch of the societies promoting continuing education and community medicine for Geneva’s medical and dental practitioners.
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Five male members of the Area Mayors Plan Campaign to Clean up Comics

Objectionable Comics or Freedom of the Press

Examining the court case involving Louis Budgar, owner of a news agency, over censorship and comic books in the 1950s.
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Green knit cap with red pom and white letters from Appleknocker Drum & Bugle Corp

Appleknockers Drum & Bugle Corps Collection

Overview of Historic Geneva's Appleknockers Drum & Bugle Corps Collection.
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Man sitting outside on a deck

The Chew Family

A short biography of the Chew family in Geneva.
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George and Marjorie Hucker standing in front of a painting of George

Tale of Two Board Presidents: Dr. George and Marjorie Hucker

Brief biographies of Dr. George and Marjorie Hucker.
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McDonough Park

A brief history of McDonough Park.
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A transparent map digitally imposed on a Google Earth satellite image of Geneva's lakefront.

Geneva’s Lakefront: 1904 and Today

A 1904 map of Geneva's lakefront reveals the extent of change that has occurred in the built environment and residents' attitudes about it in 120 years.
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Roman Athenaeum in Bucharest Romania

A National Reading Club Comes to Geneva

A short history of the Bay View Reading Circle in Geneva.
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A diverse class of elementary students weave baskets in school.

The Community Response to the (Geneva) Princeton Plan

The community response to Geneva’s attempts to address racial imbalance in its schools.
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The cafeteria of Prospect Ave School

The (Geneva) Princeton Plan: 56 Years Later

A look back at Geneva’s attempts to address racial imbalance in its schools.
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movie theater concession stand with man and woman

Last Picture Show?

Memories of the seeing movies at the Smith Opera House, Cinema (originally the Regent Theater) and Geneva Movieplex.
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A complex in Courtyard apartments

From Pre-Emption Park to Courtyard Apartments

A reflection on our November 2023 Community Conversation and housing in Geneva
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A middle aged woman sitting at a desk talking on a landline phone.

Geneva’s Early Woman Journalist: Mildred Jennings

The life and career of journalist Mildred Jennings, one of 20th-century Geneva's first woman journalists.
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Four women playing miniature golf

Miniature Golf in the 1930s

A brief history Geneva’s miniature golf courses
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people square dancing and sucking on lemons

Pass the Ocean, Spin the Top: The Friendship Squares of Geneva

A brief look at the Friendship Squares of Geneva.
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Man at printing press making sympathy cards

Family Connection Through Printing

Family connections to Geneva through printing companies
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Geneva High School students staging a protest.

The Rest of the story: 1972 Geneva High School Student Walkout

A continuation of the Finger Lakes Times Looking Back article about the March 1972 Geneva High School (Geneva, New York) student walkout. 
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Image of a female member of Geneva General Hospital's board of trustees

The Inevitable Woman: Helen Moore Quigley

A brief biography of Helen Moore Quigley.
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Logo for 125th anniversary of the Geneva's city charter

Happy Birthday, City of Geneva

To mark the 125th anniversary of the city charter, an overview of how Geneva has changed as a municipality
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Red, white and blue artwork for the American Issues Forum held in Geneva in 1976

American Issues Forum

Overview of “Geneva, A City of Many Nations,” one of the panel discussions based on the American Issues Forum and held as part of the city's Bicentennial activities. 
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Art show in a large room with a wooden floor

Cracker Factory

The third and final post about 35 Lehigh Street in Geneva, New York.
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Group of men examining slot machines.

Got A Nickel?

Brief history of slot machines in Geneva.
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A 2-story, light colored brick house with a dark columned entry porch.

The Prouty-Chew House: From Family Home to Museum and Work Space

There were many changes involved in transforming the Prouty-Chew house from a house to a museum.
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Postcard of the Willows

The Willows Along Seneca Lake

A brief history of the Willows along Seneca Lake in Geneva.
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wooden sign for the Loomis Wildlife Preserve being hung by two unidentified girls.

Over the River and Through the Woods: Loomis Wood

A history of the Loomis Woods.
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paddling of Hobart freshman by upper classmen

The Rite of Passage for Hobart Freshmen in the 20th Century

Overview of the social rules followed by Hobart College freshmen during the 20th century
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Stack of Oral Histories on cassette tapes

Listening and Learning

Overview of cassette tape transcription and audio reel digitization projects connected to oral histories in Historic Geneva’s collection.
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Exterior photograph of a one story restraunt

My Geneva Is … Then and Now

Photographs are important to documenting Geneva's stories.  One example is the photographs for a lot on Lake Street.
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People on a beach

Seneca Lake Park: From City Park to State Park

A brief history of Seneca Lake State Park
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newspaper image of a man sitting down at a desk

The Spanish Association of the Finger Lakes

Brief history of Spanish Association of the Finger Lakes in Geneva, New York.
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Man With White Hair And Glasses

Music in Geneva: Jack Bullock

Brief biography of musician Jack Bullock.
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Postcard card of the American Can ca. 1918

American Can Company in Geneva, 1901-1989

A brief history of the American Can Company in Geneva (1901-1989).
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Head shot of a woman wearing glasses

Those Who Came Before Us

Overview of local historians who have chronicled and preserved Geneva's stories.
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Bernice Gera in an umpire's uniform

The Lifelong Dream and Short Career of Bernice Gera

Brief bio of Bernice Gera, first woman to serve as an umpire in professional baseball
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Bugler In White Shirt In Front Of Band

Music in Geneva: Ken Petersen, Legendary Appleknocker

The story of Ken Petersen and the Appleknockers
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Gravestone With Cross For Sweethearts

More Stories from St. Patrick’s Cemetery

Overview of some of the residents of St Patrick's Cemetery
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Two Story Building With Factory Circa 1935

W.F. Humphrey Press on Pulteney Street

Brief history of W.F. Humphrey Press
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View of the rows of seats and the movie screen at Regent Theater

Temple Theatre and Regent Theater

Brief histories of the Temple Theatre and Regent Theater
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Postcard image of a car driving into a manicured lakeside park

Lakeside Park

A brief history of Lakeside Park in Geneva.
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Young Woman Dark Dress White Collar

Ella Cripps: “Hobby and Occupation – Music”

Brief biography of Ella Cripps
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2020 Collection Reflections

Artifact donation highlights in 2020
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A two columns of names

On the Importance of City Directories

Brief history of city directories and the usefulness of directories in conducting research
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St Patricks Cemetery Sign And Grave Stones

St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Part 1

Overview the history of St. Patrick's Cemetery and some of its residents
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Hand Putting Paper In Ballot Box.

The Ballot Box in New York State

Brief timeline of voting history in New York State
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Geneva Rollerdrome Building With Cars In Front

Memories of Geneva Rollerdrome

A brief history and memories of the Geneva Rollerdrome.
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a man climbing over a barbed wire fence

PB Oakley

Brief biography of photojournalist PB Oakley.
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Two Older Men In Coats Ringing Bells For Salvation Army

Alcott Beardsley, Teacher and Musician

A brief biography of teacher and musician Alcott Beardsley
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Painting of a woman with a shawl and frilly white cap.

Geneva’s Stories

A collection of the Historical Society's digital content that explores Geneva’s diverse stories.
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Table with wine glasses, matted prints, magnets, wine stoppers and other wine-related items for sale.

“Waiting Time”

"View waiting time as a gift of time."
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Black and white photo of a Spanish language class. A woman pointing at writing on a chalkboard with writing on it with three adults looking on

Meet Gerald and Viacita Fowler, Part 2

Viacita Folwer and her work in Geneva
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large crowd standing outside a movie theater

Meet Gerald and Viacita Fowler, Part 1

Gerald Folwer and his work at the Schine theatres in Geneva.
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drawing of three women sitting around a table and one woman standing

“Likes to Draw Pictures:” Mary Flanigan Gauerke

Brief biography of cartoonist Mary Flanigan Gauerke.
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Blue T Shirt With Geneva Cubs Team Logo

A Brief History of the T-Shirt

A history of the "plain white t-shirt."
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young man in a suit

“A Friend of the Gutted Stick:” Francis “Babe” Kraus

Brief biography of Francis "Babe" Kraus.
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men-standing-in-an-orchard-with-boxes-of-apples

Geneva’s Stories: Geneva Rotary Club Celebrates 100 Years of Service

From student loans to summer camps to a local grant program, the Geneva Rotary Club has spent the past century serving the community.
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When You’re Shut Out of a Club…Start Your Own

A brief history of the College Club of Geneva.
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William Smith College Athletics, 1972 – Present

Part two of a brief history of William Smith College athletics
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William Smith College Athletics, 1908-1971

Brief history of William Smith College athletics.
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Modern Day Figure Skating in Geneva

Recollections on being a member of the Lake Country Figure Skating Club.
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Women’s Sports

Discussion on the impact of Title IX on young women and sports .
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Christmas in Geneva 50 Years Ago

Christmas shopping based on ads from the November 27, 1968 edition of the Geneva Times.
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1967-students-protest-with-signs

1968: A Year of Change

1968, the year the Geneva Historical Society opened Rose Hill Mansion as a museum, was a year of momentous change.
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Curriculum Project Results in Student Mural

Geneva Middle School students create a mural recounting Geneva High School boycotts of the 1970s.
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Just a Piece of Wood?

A piece from a piano provides a glimpse into Geneva's past.
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Geneva 15 years ago

Reflections on living in Geneva.
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Geneva’s Stories: Urban Renewal in Geneva Part Two

Second part of a two-part series on the impact of 1960s Urban Renewal on Geneva, NY.
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people-marching-in-downtown-geneva-in-1965

Geneva and the Civil Rights Movement

As we at the Geneva Historical Society look back at the 1960s this year, we cannot ignore the protest movements that sprung out of that decade, particularly the Civil Rights Movement.
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45s, B-sides, and Albums

Alice Askins wrote about live music in Geneva in the 1960s . As she pointed out, most groups played the hits of the day. If you wanted to hear the real thing, you bought the record.
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Let’s Go to the Movies!

When Genevans went to the Cinema Theatre, Seneca Drive-In Theatre or Geneva Theatre during the 1960s they could have seen a variety of movies.
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Playing What They Loved: Geneva’s Music Scene in the 1960s

Recently I talked with Geneva's Chuck Agonito about the rock and roll music scene in Geneva during in the 1960s. Since he was part of that scene, he is a wealth of information on the subject and has often written about it in his “Good Times” column for the Finger Lakes Times.
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The 1960s at Hobart & William Smith Colleges

A quick view of Hobart & William Smith Colleges during the tumultuous 1960s.
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Geneva’s Stories: Urban Renewal in Geneva

The first video in a monthly series of short Geneva history stories, beginning with Urban Renewal.
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Remembering the Days of the Neighborhood School

In 1960 I was 8 years old. Back then everyone attended the neighborhood elementary school, either public or parochial.
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Fund for Historic Geneva

After two essays about urban renewal, both government and private, it’s time to turn to historic preservation.
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Building A Better Geneva: Urban Renewal, Part II

After seven years of applying for Urban Renewal money, evaluating property conditions and values, and organizing the work, demolition began in March 1966.
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Headed to the Drive-in

I love being able to revisit the past and our fundraiser focused on the 1960s (being held in March 2016) is giving me a wonderful opportunity to review one of the most interesting decades I remember.
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Building A Better Geneva: Urban Renewal, Part I

For those of us of a certain age, urban renewal is the scapegoat for unpleasant change in our communities. “Why did they [always an unnamed “they”] tear down X, Y, and Z?” “Urban renewal.” While I sympathize with mourning the loss of what used to be, I wanted to find out what urban renewal really was, why communities embraced it, and who “they” were.
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1960s Student Unrest in Geneva

Very early on May 5, 1970, Ontario County Sheriffs arrested five Hobart students in a drug raid. The raid turned up hash pipes, pills and marijuana. One of the sheriffs was recognized by the students as “Tommy the Traveler” – a man who had been active on campus encouraging anti-war and anti-ROTC protests, and claiming to be a member of Students for a Democratic Society.
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Growing Up in the 1960s

The 1960s were a decade that encompassed some of the worst and best events of my young age. Born in 1952, the 1960s covered my life from the ages of 8 to 18. In that time I went from playing with toys to being interested in boys.
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Accidental History Topics

I’ve posted photos to the historical society’s Facebook page for two and a half years. Digging further into the collection to come up with fresh material, I found this photo of Castle Street
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Little Golden Books

My Little Golden Book memory were sparked by a recent traveling exhibit at the Rochester Memorial Art Gallery, Golden Legacy: 65 Years of Golden Books. During lectures that accompanied the exhibit, I discovered two things. First, Little Golden Books debuted during World War II. Second, illustrator Eloise Wilkin lived in Canandaigua.
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Grocery Shopping in Geneva 1957

Grocery shopping in Geneva in 1957.
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