Category Archives: Vintage

Hot Men From the Early Days of Oregon

Posted on November 8, 2010 by

These hunks were in their primes in the early 20th century. NO MATTER! We can lust for them just the same! Let’s start with some pants-less hotties… How about a sensitive, Thoreau-esque type? I’m not so much a fan of … Continue reading →

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My apt building is old

Posted on August 29, 2010 by

My apartment building was built in 1927. It is a little run down, but overall has nice retro features. I can’t argue with built-ins, crown molding, and shiny hardwood floors. Here are some anachronistic elements that it possesses that I think … Continue reading →

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Victorian Mourning Jewelry

Posted on August 23, 2010 by

(…) (…) (…) (…) In Victorian times, there was certain mourning etiquette that was expected to be followed after the death of a loved one. Sometimes it included not entering society for up to a year. That would probably leave … Continue reading →

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These are cute

Posted on August 22, 2010 by

from here

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Sweet vintage scores

Posted on August 8, 2010 by

When I went back to my Mom’s house in NY earlier this summer, she gave me a couple of cool vintage items that she’s had as long as I can remember, and I also brought back a few sweet vintage … Continue reading →

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Cute and Morbid

Posted on August 5, 2010 by

So I guess I’m sort of intrigued by cute and morbid things, for example I posted in the past about this and this. But you know what else is cute and morbid? Hot soldiers from the Civil War. I’ve been … Continue reading →

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Pioneer Courthouse

Posted on June 2, 2010 by

This photo was taken looking east from 5th and Yamhill (not even paved yet!!) in 1875. I don’t know if it’s open now, because of the construction going on, but word is that the little tower on top has a … Continue reading →

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