Category: Blasts from the Past!

Life in the Coal Mines

December 6th is National Coal Miners Day. It is the day to appreciate the hard work and sacrifice of our nation’s miners. The perfect word that describes the life of a coal miner whose job is to complete back breaking…

Pass the Cranberries, Please!

Cranberries. Some people love them, some people hate them. Some people like to consume them with their turkey, while others like to use them in bread. Despite your personal opinion on this traditional Thanksgiving food, the amount of effort it…

Perth Amboy’s Bachelor Dad

This article, featured in January 28, 1921 Perth Amboy Evening News describes a bachelor, named Newton A McCully, who adopted seven children. He discusses how his children learned to pick up skills to assist around the house and contribute to…