My great-grandfather August Curtis Bough was one of the islands greatest merchants on St. Croix. When I settled on St. Croix in the mid 70’s, saw his name boldly posted (AC Bough Stores) on one of the buildings in the town of Christiansted; I made a subconscious commitment to know more about my family history.…… Continue reading Shopping Saturday – A.C. BOUGH STORES
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Happy blogiversary !
Well I began writing a year ago today with a focus on “My Genealogical Journey”. I can say like most, time flies when your’e having fun. More importantly the Geneabloggers Community has been very supporting; the comments have been inspiring; the likes are encouraging. Thanks for coming along this journey. I appreciate your well wishes.
Friends of friends Friday- Grandmother purchases Granddaughters Freedom, St. Croix, DWI, 1817
In 2007, the VI Ancestry Discovery Group hosted “VI Family Tree & History Exhibit,” on St. Croix. I was among the 75-plus presenters sharing my family history in public for the first time. Gathering, collecting data and working with Project Coordinator Veronica “Ronnie” Phillips; I began to think about not just what; but also how…… Continue reading Friends of friends Friday- Grandmother purchases Granddaughters Freedom, St. Croix, DWI, 1817