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some thoughts on collecting

Posted on September 3, 2024 by Robert

Toronto. It is sometimes said one person’s junk is another’s treasure. John Naslanic, past president and editor for MiPHS, suggests this in an 1990 article titled, “Collecting: This is not a museum- this junk is for sale.” John’s article is … Continue reading →

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high-end stereo

Posted on August 27, 2024 by Robert

Toronto. There are many ways to take stereo photographs. One method is by using two  identical cameras and concocting a means to set off both shutters simultaneously. Then member, photographer  Alldyn Clark, built his own stereo base and used a … Continue reading →

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store interior c1912 cSaskatchewan

Posted on August 24, 2024 by Robert

Toronto. Issue 15-5 has a few columns including Dr Wilson’s Image of the Month. Bob ‘s text accompanies an interior shot of a retail general store most likely in Saskatchewan. In his article, Bob discusses the various collecting categories favoured … Continue reading →

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great Scott! an early Zeiss shutter

Posted on August 23, 2024 by Robert

Toronto. You never know what gems hide in our journals! In issue 15-4 Ev Roseborough wrote an article titled, “An Early Zeiss Shutter“. Early indeed! The box (from Bill Belier’s collection) contains some lenses and the shutter (c1893). Also included … Continue reading →

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leave it to George

Posted on August 22, 2024 by Robert

Toronto. At left is another fine example of work by Violet Keene, Minna’s daughter. Image collectors may focus their searches on the famous, like Mr Shaw, known for his plays (eg Pygmalion), or a particular studio, image quality, process, age, … Continue reading →

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keen scenes

Posted on August 20, 2024 by Robert

Toronto. Image collectors should keep a watchful eye out for photographs taken by known photographers such as the Keenes. Mina and Violet Keene were mother and daughter photographers best known in the Oakville area. Issue 15-4 has two articles on … Continue reading →

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let it snow! let it snow! let it snow!

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Robert

Toronto. Collectors of photographs are a friendly bunch. Photos tend to be grouped in sub categories like, snow, storm, trains, etc. The photo at left by Harry Palmer hits all three of these sub-categories. It was selected as the cover … Continue reading →

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macro stereo shots

Posted on August 18, 2024 by Robert

Toronto. This photo and the accompanying article cover a trio of photo categories. Macro stereo shots; medical photos; and workplace photos. Added to this, the challenge of stereo macros means customized gear. In issue 15-3 the late Stan White describes … Continue reading →

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going to market in stereo

Posted on August 17, 2024 by Robert

Toronto. Stereo cards vary in quality – some are even fakes without stereo at all. The real McCoys give a great insight into the history of an area around the late 1800s/early 1900s. This example is from the late Dr … Continue reading →

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remembering Harold

Posted on August 13, 2024 by Robert

Toronto. When I joined the PHSC back in 1975, one of the first people I got to know was Harold McNutt. As treasurer of the Toronto branch, he invited me to audit the books – an annual requirement per the … Continue reading →

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