by Old Mentz | Jan 23, 2021 | Uncategorized
In the November 24 1939, the editor of the Port Byron Chronicle introduced a new series called the Curb Service History. The series of history based articles was written by Vera Belle Fenn, and were based upon the new roadside historic markers that were being placed...
by Old Mentz | Jan 23, 2021 | Uncategorized
Note- This is a longer version of the January 31 2021 Citizen article. Over the last few months my life has become somewhat preoccupied in making connections and additions to the Port Byron Family Tree project. I have found it to be a great distraction from all the...
by Old Mentz | Jan 12, 2021 | Uncategorized
We at Lock 52 are always searching for ways to engage our younger citizens, so we are delighted when members of the local Girl and Boy Scouts ask if we might have some service projects. When Sabrina Westmiller came along, we suggested that she might take on a project...
by Old Mentz | Jan 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
In the past the society would send out a yearly newsletter that was both our yearly recap and membership renewal notice. However, as the board had some very vigorous discussions about how to get more people to join and support the historical society, the first think...
by Old Mentz | Jan 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Are you setting out on your journey to find your family tree? If you live down the street or on the other side of the world, there are many resources to help you find your ancestors. Here are some of our favorite places to look. And these apply to everyone, but they...
