Michael Dougherty (1844-1930)
This certificate acknowledges Michael Dougherty's intention to become a citizen of the United States. The document was issued by the Court of Common Pleas in Philadelphia, certifying his allegiance and fidelity to the U.S. government, detailing his residency, and confirming his intent to support the Constitution.
Michael Dougherty Collection
The Grundy Archive
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Naturalization
Marriage Certificate for Michael Dougherty and Rose McGee
This duplicate marriage certificate documents the union of Michael Dougherty and Rose McGee, who were married on October 2, 1869. Created on May 2, 1908, by Rev. Maurice W. Fitzgerald at St. Mark’s Church in Bristol, Pennsylvania, the certificate records their long-standing marriage. Notably, both Michael’s and Rose’s last names are misspelled on the document.
Church of St. Mark, Bristol, Pennsylvania
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Certificate (Document)
Michael Dougherty
This handwritten letter, sent by Michael Dougherty to his daughter Sister M. Adolpha, details his visit to Gettysburg in July 1913 for the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. The letter includes reflections on his participation in the events, descriptions of the memorials and commemorations, and observations on the veterans' reunion. It offers a personal perspective on the gathering atmosphere and Dougherty's experience as a former soldier revisiting the historic battlefield. At an unknown date, someone marked the pages to correct spelling and added punctuation to the letters. The pages of the letter were also permanently laminated together.
Handwritten letter, paper, 8 2/8 x 12.5 inches
Correspondence (manuscript)
Senior Class Bristol High School Mount Vernon May 8, 1941
[Featuring Helen and Vincent Boccardo Jr.]
Bristol High School Yearbook 1941: Les Memoirs
[Presidential accommodation for Vincent Boccardo Jr., signed by Franklin D Roosevelt]
Vincent Boccardo Jr.
[Purple Heart certificate awarded to Vincent Boccardo Jr.]
[Framed letter in memory of Vincent Boccardo Jr. signed by John F. Kennedy]
[Signed photograph of Anthony Boccardo, to his mother Thersea Boccardo while at Camp Clayborn]
Anthony Boccardo
[Portrait of Albert Boccardo in his Navy uniform]
Albert Boccardo
[Small sepia-toned photo of Vincent Boccardo Sr., Vincent Boccardo Jr., and 2 unidentified servicemen]
Vincent Boccardo Sr.
[Citation of Honor for Vincent Boccardo Jr., signed H.H Arnold ]
Sicily-Rome American Cemetery and Memorial- The American Battle Monuments Commission
American Memorials and Overseas Military Cemeteries- The American Battle Monuments Commission
[Bristol High School Diploma for Vincent James Boccardo]
[Black leather case with gold lettering “Purple Heart”]
[Purple Heart medal inscribed "Vincent Boccardo Jr."]
Back row (left to right): Anthony, Albert, Vincent Sr., Theresea, JoAnne (aka Jenny), Josephine (Josie). Front row (left to right): Vincent Jr. and Helen.
[Sicily-Rome American Cemetery & Memorial Nettuno Italy. Hand-tinted schematic with Vinent B. Jr. Cross headstone]
[Original mailing tube with postage and mailing label for FDR certificate and cemetery print]
John Michael Galione
Scrapbook catalogues the life of John Michael Galione, particularly his time in the armed forces during World War II. The scrapbook also includes Galione history from roughly 1880 to 2005. The scrapbook consists of mainly family photos, however, there are a few news clippings.
Scrapbooks
Board 1: The Bracken Cadets in the 1920's
Bracken Cadets Jr. Drum and Bugle Corps
A digitized poster board highlighting the Bracken Cadets in the 1920's.
Poster collection
Board 2: Bracken Cadets in the 1920's and 1930's
A digitized poster board highlighting the Bracken Cadets in the 1920's and 1930's.
Board 3: The Bracken Cadets in the 1930's
A digitized posterboard highlighting the Bracken Cadets in the 1930's.
Board 4: Bracken Cadets PA State Champions 32-33, 33-34, 34-35, 35-36
A digitized poster board highlighting Bracken Cadets PA State Champions 32-33, 33-34, 34-35, and 35-36.
Board 5: The Bracken Cadets in the 1930's
A digitized poster board highlighting the PA State Champions on Parade, bylaws, fundraising, and more.
Scrapbook of Articles of Hazing and Death of Cadet Oscar L. Booz, West Point -1900
Bristol History
The scrapbook contains various newspaper clippings from across the country detailing the hazing incident that led to the death of Oscar L. Booz.
Board 6: The Bracken Cadets in the 1930's
Board 7: The Bracken Cadets in the 1930's
A digitized poster board highlighting the PA State Champions, parades, and more.
Board 8: The Bracken Cadets in the 1937-38
A digitized poster board highlighting the Bracken Cadets in the 1940s.
A digitized poster board highlighting the Bracken Cadets on Memorial Day in 1947.
Board 10: The Bracken Cadets in the 1940's
Board 11: The Bracken Cadets in the 1940's
Board 12: the Bracken Cadets in the 1940s
Board 13: The Bracken Cadets in the Late 1940's / Early 1950's
A digitized poster board highlighting the Bracken Cadets in the late 1940's and early 1950's.
Board 14: The Bracken Cadets in the Late 1940's / Early 1950's
Board 15: The Bracken Cadets in the 1950's
A digitized poster board highlighting the Bracken Cadets in the 1950's.
Board 16: The Bracken Cadets in the 1950's
Board 16a: The Bracken Cadets in the 1950's
Board 16b: The Bracken Cadets in the 1950's
Board 16c: The Bracken Cadets in the 1950's
Board 17: The Bracken Cadets in the 1950's
Board 18: The Bracken Cadets in the 1950's
Board 19: The Bracken Cadets in the 1960's
A digitized poster board highlighting the Bracken Cadets in the 1960's.
Board 19a: The Bracken Cadets in the 1960's
Board 20: The Bracken Cadets in the 1960's
Bristol High School Yearbook 2019: Les Memoires, "These Are the Days of Our Lives"
Xavier Corbin, Kayla Ruix, Kiarra Adams, Kristen Gilmore, Giannia Lebo, Taylor Gearhart, Paige Stanley, Daniel DeLuca, Jordan Martinez, Jayla Walker, Eros Montes-Rivera, Kassandra Koyves and Mr DeLuca [faculty advisor].
Bristol High School Yearbook 2020: Les Memoires