Construction of the Eastern Ave. Bridge, 1941

Construction of the new Eastern Ave Bridge over Middle River, 1941. This was part of the construction of Eastern Blvd bypassing the Old Eastern Ave to help bring workers to the Martin Plant during the war. Contributor – Jimbo Buckler

508 Eastern Avenue, 1920

This 1920 photo of 508 Eastern Ave shows a 2 1/2 story frame building and 2 period touring cars parked out front. Later this was the site of the bowling alley, B. Bugatch furniture, OGO Sales and is now a CVS store. The Building at right identified as Sealoreceo’s garage (which later became home of … Read more

Shad Link, 1950s Strongman

“This is a Newspaper account back in the early 50’s. My Uncle gave me this when I was a Kid. Frank “Shad” Link was a relative who was quite a personality. He at one time wrestled at the White House for Teddy Roosevelt . His son was killed at St.Mary’s in a snow sled accident … Read more