Category Archives: New Jersey

Pitch Pines

Posted on September 24, 2018 by Don

One fascinating characteristic of the East Coast of the United States is how often one encounters sandy soil.  Undoubtedly, these sandy soils were remnants left behind from the ebb and flow along ancient shorelines.  Unique species of flora have evolved … Continue reading →

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Monmouth Petroleum

Posted on September 21, 2018 by Don

These fuel tanks used to exist along Wood Avenue near Englishtown, New Jersey. The Mobile Pegasus “flying horse” sign is an American icon. Calumet 4×5″ view camera Tri-X film

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Old Tennent Church

Posted on September 21, 2018 by Don

This church existed during colonial times.  It is said that some of the pews have blood stains on them from when wounded soldiers were carried into the church. I liked the way that the sunlight just grazes the shingles. Calumet … Continue reading →

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Chamberlain & Barclay

Posted on September 19, 2018 by Don

This warehouse in Cranbury, New Jersey, is used for local distribution of agricultural products such as fertilizer. It has been in business for many years. The weathering on the sides of the building gives an interesting visual effect. Wooden 4×5″ … Continue reading →

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The Musician

Posted on September 19, 2018 by Don

A friend of mine, William Darst, asked to have photos made which he could send to his family. Here he appears as a drummer. He was also a baritone vocalist, plus played Baroque violin and various gambas as well. I … Continue reading →

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Di Brizzi’s Lake-Freeze

Posted on October 25, 2010 by Don

Frozen custard is one of my favorite desserts.  I bought plenty of it at Di Brizzi’s Lake-Freeze back in the 70s.  It used to be located across from Lake Manalapan in Jamesburg, New Jersey. The ornamental ice cream cone on the … Continue reading →

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Save the Barns

Posted on October 2, 2010 by Don

Many old and venerable buildings have bit the dust. This barn is probably gone by now.  Area residents have made an effort to save some of them. I took this photograph back in March of 1976. At the time I was acquainting myself … Continue reading →

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Magnolia Tree

Posted on September 28, 2010 by Don

I was looking through some 4×5 chromes and came across a picture taken during magnolia season at Princeton University.  It was taken in April 1978 and still looks surprisingly good.  So I decided to scan it in my HP Scanjet … Continue reading →

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