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Wolfe Family

Poem by Florence Viola Hahn-1943

Photo of poem by Florence Viola Hahn-1943

Poem by Florence Viola Hahn-1943 Grandmother of Carol J. Walden. Poem was written to honor … Read more …

Categories Personal Papers Tags Hahn, Mount Vernon, Wolfe Family

Grace Wolfe

Photo of Grace Wolfe

Grace Wolfe sister of Dr. T.L. Wolfe. Political poster “G.G. Wolfe Republican Candidate for State … Read more …

Categories Mount Vernon's Historic Photos Tags Mount Vernon, Wolfe Family

Wilma Frank Wolfe

Photo of Wilma Frank Wolfe

Wilma Frank Wolfe, 2nd wife of T. L. Wolfe. Photo donated by Glenn Wolfe

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Wilma Wolfe & baby-1920s

Photo of Wilma Wolfe & baby-1920s

Wilma Wolfe & baby-1920s. Donated by Glenn Wolfe

Categories Mount Vernon's Historic Photos Tags Mount Vernon, Wolfe Family

Vivian, Bob & Steve Wolfe-1955

Photo of Vivian, Bob & Steve Wolfe

Vivian, Bob & Steve Wolfe-1955 Photo donated by Glenn Wolfe

Categories Mount Vernon's Historic Photos Tags Mount Vernon, Wolfe Family

Liz, John, Tom, Mary, Bob & Dave Wolfe-1936

Photo of Liz, John, Tom, Mary, Bob & Dave Wolfe

Liz, John, Tom, Mary, Bob & Dave Wolfe. The Drs. Wolfe office is building on … Read more …

Categories Mount Vernon's Historic Photos Tags Mount Vernon, Wolfe Family, Wolfe Office

Drs. Wolfe office on left with Wolfe home on the right

Photo of Wolfe office and home

Drs. Wolfe office on left with Wolfe home on the right. Donated by Glenn Wolfe

Categories Mount Vernon's Historic Photos Tags Mount Vernon, Wolfe Family

Dr. T. L. Wolfe

Photo of Dr. T. L. Wolfe

Dr. T. L. Wolfe with unidentified people. Photo donated by Glenn Wolfe.

Categories Mount Vernon's Historic Photos Tags Mount Vernon, Wolfe Family

Dr. T. L. Wolfe

Photo of Dr. T. L. Wolfe

Dr. T. L. Wolfe Thomas L. Wolfe, son of Daniel D. and Elizabeth Wolfe, was … Read more …

Categories Mount Vernon's Historic Photos Tags Mount Vernon, Wolfe Family

Wolfe children sitting on front steps, 1962

Photo of Wolfe children sitting on front steps, 1962

Wolfe children sitting on front steps, 1962. Sitting from left to right: Andy Wolfe, Barb … Read more …

Categories Brick Houses on the National Register of Historic Places, Mount Vernon's Historic Photos Tags Mount Vernon, Wolfe Family

John & Betty Wolfe

Photo of John & Betty Wolfe with their 8 children, 1970

John & Betty Wolfe with their 8 children, 1970. On the couch, from left to … Read more …

Categories Mount Vernon's Historic Photos Tags Mount Vernon, Wolfe Family

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11 hours ago

Mount Vernon Historic Preservation Commission
On this MLK Day, let's remember a very special time in 1962 when Martin Luther King Jr. visited Cornell College and lectured to a packed house in King Chapel. Visit the Cornell College archive link below the see pictures, letters, articles, and more about this momentous day in Mount Vernon and Cornell College history. ... See MoreSee Less

MLK Visit · Cornell College Archives

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4 days ago

Mount Vernon Historic Preservation Commission
A new addition to our digital archives, The Virgil Crofter Collection features the autobiography and photographs of Virgil Crofter, life-long resident of Mount Vernon and the surrounding areas. Donated and prepared by Carolyn Wellso, the Virgil Crofter Collection is an invaluable documentation of rural life and Czech heritage along the Red Cedar River. It is a true gem within our archive and a must-read for anyone interested in Mount Vernon history. ... See MoreSee Less

The Virgil Crofter Collection - Mount Vernon Historic Preservation Commission

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Table of Contents click to show 1) In the Words of Virgil Crofter 1.1) Ivanhoe ... Read more ...
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1 week ago

Mount Vernon Historic Preservation Commission
Perhaps with a bit of matching snow on the ground we can finally identify this Mount Vernon home. Developed on a glass negative, this two-story house features a small front porch and a bay window on the side. We don't have a specific date for this photo, so know that some architectural details of the house might have changed over time. Now pull on your wooly detective's cap and help us locate this deceptive domicile! ... See MoreSee Less

Unidentified House - Mount Vernon Historic Preservation Commission

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