Items

• Connors Farm

  First generation, Daniel Connors. Original farmhouse - current location of Clark School.
• First Students at St. John's Preparatory College 1908

  Group of first students at entrance to the college.
• Farewell Reception

  Mayor O'Donnell bids good-bye to Juniorates at St. Joseph's of the Xaverian Brothers - Oak Hill, Peabody, now the North Shore Shopping Center. The Juniorate was a boarding high school for young men desiring to become Xaverian Brothers. Pictured (L to R): Mayor O'Donnell, Brother Joseph Gerard; C.F.X., Brother Carlos McGruder, C.F.X., Superior; Brother Borromeo Flyn, C.F.X.; Brother Valentine -- , C.F.X.
• St. John's Prep (National Champs) vs. LaSalle University, Chicago

  Pictured: Robert B. Nagle, 2nd row, 2nd left
• Air view of St. John's Prep

  This air view appears on the inside cover of the "Centennial History of St, John's Prep School: Far Above the Neighboring Hilltops 1907-2007" by Gary Larrabee
• Connors Farm

  James Connors, third generation - Connors Farm
• Last Bonfire in Danvers, 1952

  We got the barrels from A.C. Lawrence in Peabody. We had to rehoop them in the Knights of Columbus back yard and then drove them to the park to build the bonfire. Location: Plains Park, Danvers, MA
• Postcard depicting Danvers Common - "Old Training Field"

  In 1694, two years after the famous witchcraft delusion of 1692, this plot of ground was deeded to the people by Nathaniel Ingersoll as a training field. The set a huge boulder on the green. Here mustered the Danvers company of minutemen who marched under Capt. Isaac Hutchinson to Lexington and Concord April 19, 1776.
• Postcard depicting First Church and parsonage

  The church and parsonage were built in 1891, on the site which held the meeting house since 1762. In the spring following the coming of Gov. Endicott, 1629, the first church was organized but it was not until 1684 that the meeting house was built. Location: Danvers Highlands
• Mrs. Hutchinson in the horribles parade

  This photo was taken of the Horribles Parade in the Highlands. Mrs. Hutchinson was 98 years old. Her daughter, Ruth Weeks is in the back seat just behind her. Mrs. Hutchinson was always in this parade and rode in a convertible. In the backgroun are: Mary and Margaret Barbrick and Carl Halupowski (with camera) - all long time residents of Danvers.
• Aunt Ella

  This is my great aunt Ella Putnam Carey. She lived on Burroughs Street with her sister. She remembers when there were Native Americans living on Mill Pond Village. Ella married an Irish man named Joe Carey and lived in New York City during the late 1800s. She moved back here and lived with her sisters. She died in 1988 at the age of 106.
• Paula's Baptism

  Location: Calvary Church Pictured (L-R): Rev. Alan Clark, Baby Paula, Eunice Putnam Watters, James Dempsey, Sara Putnam
• Daddy, a meal and the animals

  Frank Murray liked large pieces of roast for breakfast which he would share with the many animals.
• Don Kingsley and Eydie Gorme

  Before Eydie was famous, she spent the day with my parents (Marjorie and Don) and two-year-old me. We went to Sandy Beach. Location: Topsfield Fair Pictured (L-R): unknown, Don Kingsley, Edyie Gorme, unknown
• Birthday cake

  Marjorie's 24th Birthday in the dining room of 16 Burroughs Street. Cake from Scratch Gifts
• Christmas for the kids

  Location: 16 Burroughs Street Pictured (L-R): Steve Dempsey; Charles Danforth (cross-legged); David Dempsey On Couch (L-R): Paul Danforth, Jr.; Paula Murray, Gail Danforth; Elizabeth Murray, Carol Danforth
• Marjorie Watters and "The Splendid Splinter," Ted Williams

  My mother, Marjorie was an avid fan and this was their first meeting. Location: Fenway Park, Boston, MA Pictured: Marjorie Watters Kingsley; Ted Williams
• Putnam girls

  This tree and many other trees were knocked down by Hurricane Carol in 1954. Location: 16 Burroughs Street Pictured (L-R): Sara Putnam; Mary Putnam Dempsey; Eunice Hyde Putnam Watters; Marjorie Watters
• Aftermath of Hurricane Carol

  Downed tree near Mill Pond
• Cleanup after Hurricane Carol

  Two DPW workmen cutting up downed trees in the aftermath of Hurricane Carol. Location: 16 Burroughs Street
• Hurricane Carol

  Cherry trees fallen. Aftermath of Hurricane Carol. Location: 16 Burroughs Street Pictured: Mr. Currier
• Polish picnic/Land and Sea Race

  This is the Polish picnic and the land/sea race when both events were combined in one day. Back then, huge crowds of people would gather at Pope's Landing to socialize, party and watch the events. Pictured in the back is the original Portside marina building. Location: Danversport
• First Twilight League champions, Tapleyville, 1922-23

  Seated left to right: Warren Russell, Esmond Farmer, William Reynolds, Theobold Kelley, Henry Thomas, and Raymond Howell Standing left to right: Bernard Farmer, Andrew Hammond, Creighton Goodale, Clifton Stockman, and Edwin McIntire 2B - Front row, left is my grandfather, Frank Warren "Rabbit" Russell.
• Demsey and Watson cousins

  Pictured (L to R): Evelyn (Watson) Keith, Mel Demsey, Eleanor Watson, Mildred (Watson) Moulton, Albert --- , George Watson, Charlie Watson (in front of sister Mildred) Demsey family from Centre Street. Watson family ran the Watson Farm on Dayton Street. The mothers of these children, Alice Cowan Demsey and Viola Cowan Watson were sisters.
• Four generations of Demsey

  Pictured: Alden Andrew Demsey (rear, standing) Herbert Alden Demsey (seated, right) Charles Ernest Demsey (seated, left) Carle Wayne Demsey (infant, born February 16, 1908) The infact Carle Wayne Demsey was my father's oldest sibling. The others were my grandfather, great grandfather and great great grandfather. Location: 19 Centre Street, Danvers
• Ladies' Benevolent Society

  13 ladies of the Ladies' Benevolent Society of the First Church of Danvers, Congregational Pictured (L to R): Margaret Nowers, Florence Mudge, Mrs. Woodman, Violet Palmer, Mrs. Nowers, Mabel Wheeler, Nellie Curtis, Alice Demsey, Lucy Prentiss, Susie Sawyer, Eva Putnam, Anna Marsh
• The Old Demsey Homestead

  Pictured: Charles Ernest Demsey (born October 1887) Herbert Alden Demsey Susie Hodgkins
• Rock Star

  This is a publicity photo for a band I was in called “Shylock.” It’s from the mid 1980s, complete with the necessary big hair and spandex!! We performed original ‘80s rock in many North Shore area clubs and we “almost made it!” This picture may look hilarious now, but that style was all the rage at the time. Good times for sure!
• Kerans Leather Manufacturing Factory

  This factory was on Liberty Street in the port. Charles Kerans ran the factory and his brothers Edward and Joseph worked there. The factory burned down in 1905.
• Kerans "White House"

  Joseph M. Kerans and his wife Elizabeth Ann Warren bought this home at 124 High Street in 1904. It was referred to as "The White House." The house was next to the Catholic church and both were torn down to build the overpass of Route 128 about 1939.
• Kerans siblings

  This was Minnie Kerans Wrin's 80th birthday. Pictured (L to R): Back: Lizzie Kerans, Howard Kerans, Annie Kerans Flynn, Minnie Kerans Wrin Front: Margaret Kerans Rennick, Ruth Kerans Ryan, Joseph Kerans
• Ruth and Joe Ryan - 25th wedding anniversary

  My favorite photo of my parents. Pictured (L to R): Joe Ryan, Ruth Kerans Ryan
• Neighborhood friends

  We picked dandelions for our lucky moms.
• Winning carriage

  Friends of the family worked together to design this doll carriage - winning prize was the doll in the carriage. Pictured: Cate Ryan
• Ryan Siblings

  This was the last picture of all of us. Betty was in a nursing home, so her photo was pasted in!
• Enjoying the day on the library lawn

  The late Verionque (Morin) Gourdeau, wife of the late Wilfred A. Gourdeau. They raised eight children: the late Rita I. (Gourdeau) St. Perrie, Wilfred E., Robert J., the late Raymond H., Mary R. (Gourdeau) Gorman, Theresa D. (Gourdeau) Brown., Diane F. and Linda R. (Gourdeau) Moore. Home for them was in the center of Danvers and the port area. Verionque's parents owned farm land on Clinton Ave. (off Endicott Street) and the old farm house is still standing.
• Enjoying the library grounds

  Pictured: Diane Gourdeau Diane is approximately three years old. She is sitting on the ledge of a white column in front of the Peabody Institute Library, Danvers.
• Danvers Town Hall : 200th anniversary

  Danvers Town Hall - 200th Anniversary
• Clark Farm

  Sorting dill for the 1979 Topsfield Fair.
• Bolduc Children Family Photo

  Good memories of a large family and last chance photo before Donnie graduates from high school. All have done well in careers. Robert has recently opened Tapleyville Ice Cream on Pine Street across from Chet's Lock Shop.
• Bolduc Electric : original sign

  Original sign for electrical business started by George J. Bolduc, Jr. The business is now owned by Michael Bolduc, nephew of George who passed away in June, 1965.
• Memorial Day service, Tapley School

  Back in a time when there was a whole school Memorial Day service. Always outdoors. Location: Holten Street (Tapleyville), Danvers Pictured: Marsha Cahoon, George Oulette, Jack Keane, Doris Collette, Russell Hyde, Carol Alves, John Fiore, Linda Norris, Richard Tinsley, Carol D'Ambrosio, Linda Bolduc
• U.S. Air Force security badge

  A picture of Lionel Veilleux's security badge from the 102nd Air Defense Wing. WWII veteran. He was a Major in the Air Force and flew on many bombing missions. He married Madelon Hines and had five children.
• 2009-2010 Danvers High School basketball NEC champs

  First NEC Title in Danvers High School basketball history. Final record: 15-7
• St. John's Prep

  Spring Street before it was paved. Xaverian Hall with spire on left. Tower of Administration Building on far right with cross (electric) on tower.
• Xaverian Brothers at St. John's Prep

  Four Xaverian Brothers pose outside the Administration Building
• St. John's Prep

  Two Xaverian brothers outside the Administration Building at the porte cochere, flag pole and shrine of the Sacred Heart.
• Babe Ruth visits his Alma mater

  Babe Ruth visits his alma mater in Baltimore. Brother Matthias (later of St. John's Prep), the Head of Discipline at St. Mary's, first introduced Ruth to the game of baseball. He became a father figure in Ruth's life, teaching him how to read and write, and worked with Ruth on hitting, fielding and as his skills progressed, pitching. Location: St. Mary's Industrial School, Baltimore, MD
• St. John's Prep students

  Location: Outside Administration Building Pictured: Students - dayhops and residents
• Calvary Choir

  This is the Calvary Episcopal Church Choir. I have been with them for 25 years. Wonderful people, great voices.
• Woman feeding swan

  Marjorie took over the care and feeding of the wildlife in the Mill Pond as the years went on. She had a special affinity for all animals. Pictured: Marjorie Watters (Murray), swan
• Girl in a suit

  Marjorie was a model and chorus girl later on. This suit was purchased at Nowmarks in Salem. Pictured: Marjorie Watters (Murray)
• Girl on horse

  My mother, Marjorie Watters used to ride her stallion through what was going to become Woodvale. Pictured: Marjorie Watters (Murray), horse
• Daddy Don

  Donald Kingsley was born when his mother was sixteen. He grew up to be a talented radio personality and singer. He was in the Jaycees and North Shore Players. He later had his own advertising firm in Connecticut.
• Elizabeth's first Christmas

  This was the first Christmas with my baby sister, Elizabeth. The large doll in the back (in her indelicate pose) was neglected in favor of a live sister! Pictured (L to R): Paula Murray, Elizabeth Murray, doll Location: Burroughs Street (The Island), Danvers
• First day of school

  Ensign Murray, or Daddy just married Marjorie and adopted her children Elizabeth and Paula. Pictured (L to R): Elizabeth Murray (in arms, age 18 months). Ensign Francis H. Murray, Paula C. Murray (standing, 8 years old) Location: Burroughs Street (The Island), Danvers
• Blizzard of '78

  Back door was snowed in and unable to open. I had to squeeze out the front door and begin to shovel. We were standing level with the porch roof line.
• Blizzard of '78

  Pictured (L to R): Tom Marsella, Nate Marsella, Andrew Marsella Location: Adams Street, Danvers
• Pete's Ice Cream (interior)

  Pete's Ice Cream formerly located at 75 High Street where McDonald's is now located. The ice cream shop was named after Peter Kontos. Pictured (L to R): Thomas Kontos (owner/father), Peter Kontos (son), Pater Pappas (cousin)
• Pete's Ice Cream

  Pete's Ice Cream, formerly at 75 High Street where McDonald's is now located. Pictured (L to R): Thomas Kontos, Bessie Kontos The Ice Cream Shop was named after their son Peter Kontos.
• Hunt Memorial Hospital (original)

  Birthplace of Isabel Murtle Russell, 02-29-1928 Parents: Isabel Wentworth Russell and Clarence W. Russell. It shows Isabel!
• Tapley Grammar School : 8th grade graduation class 1916

  Pictured: Clarence W. Russell (first on left, second row from top) - father of Isabel Russell Cobb
• Isabel Goodwin Wentworth

  Wentworth/Russell/Cobb family connection - great grandmother of Isabel Russell Cobb Location: Dedham Pictured: Isabel Goodwin Wentworth, "Gentleman" ?
• First Communion at St. Mary's Annunciation

  My husband Jim's family. Pictured: Leo Ciman, Marie Ciman, John (age 8), Jim (age 7), Donna (age 5)
• Grampy at work

  Supporting wife Marion and the four boys: Frank, Bill, Charles and Ralph. The family operated a Cains distributorship on Foster Street, Peabody, MA from 1920 to present. Louie worked for Frank. Pictured: Francis I. (Frank) Countie, Armand (Louie) Vicelli
• "Everything is coming up roses"

  Deanamics, 1972. Preparing for New York competition. Photo was taken at studio in Salem, MA. A life of dance - I still tap dance at age 52.
• Family feast

  Just another family meal with good times and smiles all around. Pictured (Clockwise): Daryl Popper, Daniel Benson, David Benson, Kathy Ciman, Father Charles, Marie Ciman, Jim Ciman, Emily Benson
• David and dogs' BBQ

  Too much snow, we just shoveled to the grill and barbecued. The dogs were eye-level with the grill. Pictured: David Benson, Lainey Benson, Roofus Benson
• Maureen and her mother

  We'd just bought our house. My mother-in-law came over to help plant. Pictured: Betty Countre, Maureen Benson
• Sunday afternoon

  Good-looking family members. Photo was taken in 1997. Daryl graduated college since then. Location: 14 Poplar Street Pictured: Kathy Ciman, Daryl Popper, Jim Ciman
• Holten-Richmond building project 2004-2005

  This photo shows the rear facade of the Holten-Richmond Middle School after the renovation was complete in the fall of 2005.
• Holten-Richmond building project 2004-2005

  This photo shows the front facade of the Holten-Richmond Middle School after the renovation was completed in the fall of 2005.
• Holten-Richmond building project 2004-2005

  This photo shows the demolition of the rear of the building. This photo is important because it shows how the Holten-Richmond building was transformed during the renovation project that was completed in September 2005.
• Ambrozavitch family at Easter

  We enjoy family holidays and it is a tradition to have our picture taken together. We LOVED our Kimberly Drive neighbors and neighborhood. Great memories! Pictured: Daniel Ambrozavitch, Brian Ambrozavitch, Sue Ambrozavitch, Peter Ambrozavitch
• Administrators at Rose Parade

  Administrators and parents traveled to California to watch the Danvers High School Falcons marching band perform in the 2010 Rose Parade. Location: Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, CA
• New Smith School playground

  Turn of the century: 2000-2001. This is important because families raised funds ($40,000) for a new state-of-the-art playground. It is also the year 2000! Pictured: Staff of Ivan G. Smith Elementary School
• The Dedication of the John L. George Park at Danversport

  It showed that the Town of Danvers appreciated all that he accomplished for the town and the people of Danvers. It was a fitting tribute.
• The brothers, Jim and Angie George, campaigning for John L. George's re-election as selectman

  It showed the family worked with John L. George to have him re-elected as Selectman.
• John L. George election as selectman

  John had succeeded in being elected as Selectman for the first time. Joan campaigned with John and was happy that they won. Location: Polish Club Pictured: John L. George, Joan M. George
• Brother and sister

  After Horribles Parade during Family Festival week.
• Playing after snowstorm

  Kids were having fun on a "snow day." Tracy and Dennie on a snowbank. The winter of 1966-67 was very snowy. Location: corner of Palmer/11 Andover Street Pictured: Tracy Twomey, Dennis Twomey
• Goodyear Blimp at Beverly Airport : Danvers side

  The kids in my family always liked to come up and see the blimp.
• Coming home with prom date for pictures

  It's part of our kids' life during High School days. The beautiful field that was the street is now all torn up and for sale - Route 114. Pictured: Karen Jones, Jay Twomey
• Hear no evil, see no evil, speak no evil

  It was a fun day with family. All of the children are now over 18. Location: Rocky Hill Circle, Danvers Pictured: Cassie Blanchette, Allison Twomey, Michelle Twomey, Craig Blanchette
• College friends and I

  My friends from college in NY had all assembled at my house on Park Street for a reunion.
• Rock houses

  A local resident on Cherry Street painted these rocks in her front yard to look like houses and some local buildings, including the local library.
• My house

  This house was custom-built in the mid-1950s for a local doctor, and had his offices attached.
• An evening at a Family Festival concert at the library

  The Library Concerts were activities that our families looked forward to each summer. We would bring snacks, chairs and blankets over the the library to enjoy the music and run around playing.
• Cooking a Chinese birthday dinner for me

  Food is very important to both the Woo side and the McCracken side of the family, so for special occasions we have the tradition of preparing homemade Chinese food.
• Lemonade stand

  This photo represents one of our regular activities when Brenden and Lauren were little. They often had a lemonade stand at which they sold lemonade for 10 cents a cup. Sometimes we also added homemade molasses cookies and less frequently, raspberries picked from our back yard. This was a great place to sell lemonade; between the Town Hall and the Library. It attracted people such as Mrs. Jordan, Brenden and Lauren's first grade teacher. But by far, our greatest customer was Mr. Rendell, Director of the Library. He would purchase and entire tray of cups for his staff and carry it over himself. Pictured: Lauren Woo (my daughter)
• Family Festival (Hawaiian party) 1982

  Family and friends fun! Gorillas crashed a private Yacht Club Wedding! Pictured: Doug Phinney, Doug Phinney III, Ed Jordan (gorilla)
• Danvers Falcon football program

  This is important because of the thrill of schoolboy competition on Thanksgiving Day game. Pictured: Scott Hansbury, Wallace Legro, Douglas Phinney, Bruce Roberts, Michael Merry, Steven Packard
• Mom and dad Nickerson

  In front of our home 29 North Belgian Road. Easter time, 1962. Pictured: Willard H. Nickerson, Alice Nickerson
• Growing up in Danvers, 1962

  It was great growing up in Woodvale! So many kids. Pictured: Debbie Nickerson (Silva), Martha Lewis, Peter Lewis
• Willard Nickerson, poet

  Dad published his books and was a local poet known to many. This is an article about his poetry writings.
• Junior high band, Downtown Danvers Parade, 1968

  Great memories of community involvement. Location: Maple Street Pictured: Deborah Nickerson (Silva), front and center with clarinet.
• Harold Forbes Nicholson family

  Location: Riverside Street Pictured: Harold Nicholson, Roger, David, Jean, Phyllis
• Battle of the Bulge : Germany

  Sally Ann refers to his daughter who later became Mrs. Nicholson. Family lived on Pine Street for 60 years.
• 1958 Championship Braves

  Pictured: Jack Whipple, Pete Anderson, Dennis Dubois, George Oullette, Tommy Pierce, Johnny Riggs, Carl Burkhart, Dickie Farley, Paul Munzing, Bobby Bolduc, Dickie McAuley, Skippy Wallace, Cliff Ambrose, Ricky Fitzgerald, Eddie Young
• 1957 Little League : Phillies

  Location: Plains Park