This candid, sepia-toned wedding photograph captures a moment of shared joy between Robert Putnam and Caroline Wright, their faces turned toward one another with genuine, beaming smiles. Robert is positioned on the left, dressed in a light-colored, formal suit with a wide lapel and a neatly pinned floral boutonniere, his dark hair styled in a classic mid-century taper. To his right, Caroline radiates elegance in a white bridal gown, her hair adorned with delicate clusters of white flowers that secure a sheer, airy veil framing her face. She holds a lush bouquet of pale lilies and greenery that fills the lower foreground, adding a soft texture to the composition. The couple is bathed in bright, natural sunlight that casts soft shadows and highlights the fine grain of the vintage print, while a backdrop of dense, dappled foliage creates a private, garden-like atmosphere that underscores the intimate and nostalgic mood of their celebration.
I've set up this site to organize all the genealogical information that I have been gathering. My work is an expansion of the work that my parents both did. It will never be finished. I will publish information to the blog first and then incorporate it here.
The site will be organized by the different branches and then up the generations.
A formal, sepia-toned studio portrait captures Ervin Earl Putnam in a poignant moment of military service, likely dating to the World War I era. He is shown from the waist up, positioned in a three-quarter profile with his arms firmly crossed over his chest, projecting an air of quiet resilience and steady discipline. He wears a heavy, dark wool tunic—a characteristic doughboy uniform—featuring a high standing collar adorned with a circular "US" insignia and pleated chest pockets. On his lower left sleeve, a single chevron or "V" shaped patch is visible, indicating his rank or length of service. His expression is serious and thoughtful, framed by thin-rimmed round spectacles and a neatly groomed, short-cropped hairstyle. The background is a soft, mottled gray that creates a dreamlike, atmospheric haze, drawing all focus to his sharp features and the textured grain of his uniform, preserving a dignified piece of family history within a single, evocative frame.
This sepia-toned studio portrait captures Mary Connelly with a serene and dignified expression, her gaze directed forward with a subtle, knowing hint of a smile. The photograph features a soft-focus vignette that gently blurs the edges, centering the viewer's attention on her delicate features and the high-contrast textures of her attire. Her dark, wavy hair is styled in a soft, voluminous arrangement characteristic of the early 20th century, framing a face defined by bright, observant eyes and a refined composure. She is draped in a luxurious, dark fur stole that wraps around her shoulders, its thick, tactile bristles providing a sharp visual counterpoint to the smooth, porcelain quality of her skin. The lighting is soft and directional, casting gentle shadows that give the portrait a three-dimensional depth and a nostalgic, sophisticated atmosphere indicative of a formal commemorative sitting
this sepia-toned, oval-framed portrait captures David Sanders Wright in a formal military pose from 1918, radiating a sense of quiet resilience and duty as a "Doughboy" during the height of American involvement in World War I. He wears the standard-issue, high-collared wool service tunic of the National Army, featuring the darkened bronze enlisted collar discs that became synonymous with the Great War’s mobilization. His posture is composed and upright, with his hands resting calmly in his lap, drawing attention to his steady, direct gaze and clean-shaven, youthful features that reflect the millions of young men drafted into service during the 1918 Selective Service waves. The soft, directional studio lighting casts gentle shadows across the heavy fabric of his uniform, highlighting the absence of high-ranking NCO chevrons and suggesting his role as a dedicated Private or Private First Class prepared for deployment. The overall atmosphere is one of solemnity and dignity, preserving a moment of readiness and historic service within the grainy, nostalgic texture of a classic early 20th-century military photograph.
This formal, oval-vignetted portrait captures Florence Edna Smith in a moment of quiet, dignified contemplation, likely dating from the late 19th or very early 20th century. Her dark hair is styled in a meticulously swept-back fashion typical of the era, featuring soft volume at the crown and sides that frames her youthful yet resolute face. She gazes slightly off-camera with an expression of calm intensity, her features highlighted by a gentle, directional light that creates a subtle play of shadow across the left side of her visage. Florence wears a delicate, high-collared white blouse—possibly cotton or lawn—adorned with intricate vertical tucks and lace detailing, which is elegantly complemented by a single strand of pearls resting at the base of her throat. The sepia-toned image transitions from a crisp, clear focus on her features to a soft, ethereal blur at the edges of the oval, evoking a nostalgic and resilient atmosphere that characterizes this classic piece of family history