Dawn (Willis) Hicks' Great Grandfather's Photo Collection

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From the collection of John Charles Willis 1884-1956

He was born in Scranton, PA., ran away (on the train) at the age of 16, got off in Valparaiso.  There he married Alta May Baker 1882-1934.  At some point they moved to South Bend, had two children... Anna Geraldine Willis (Usher) and John (m. Ruth Merrefield).

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It is labled "Automobile Dept 61- Trim Railers - Studebaker - May 15, 1916. 

Photo was taken by Ault.  It shows 13 men sitting on a stoop, unknwn names

(If anyone can identify any of these men please let us know. Contact County Coordinator)

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Started: Monday, January 23, 2006

Updated: Monday, January 23, 2006 08:02:55 PM