The following poem was found in a little book called, A Souvenir by Charles A. Emanuel from St. Thomas. ~ 1912 There are so many wonderful poems written long ago about the Virgin Islands. I love discovering them and sharing them here on the blog. Africa Arise By Charles A. Emanuel Africa arise! The dawn […]
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11 Different Uses for St. Johns Bay Rum ~ 1917
Different Uses for St. Johns Bay Rum According to this old advertisement, St. Johns Bay Rum was a popular remedy for everything! It was used as fragrant toilet water, hair lotion, shampoo, shaving disinfectant, an invigorator, a headache cure, for rheumatism, dyspepsia, heartburn, protection against mosquitoes, and as a remedy for seasickness! To learn more about […]
The Loss of the Anegada Sloop, FIDDLER ~ 1906
Every time I glance through the old newspapers, I stumble upon the sad news of the loss of another inter-island boat. It’s a wonder that anyone survived to reach the ripe old age of sixty or seventy! The Loss of the Anegada Sloop, Fiddler Sadly, the sloop, Fiddler of Anegada, about two tons register, was […]
High School Reunion Sparks Appreciaton for Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church and School
A Brief History of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church The history of the Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church is fascinating! After learning of all the fires that have destroyed the building since its inception, the edifice that stands today is a historic landmark and a true testament to the faith and resiliency of […]
How Onions Were Cultivated in Tortola ~ 1915
The Onion Industry in Tortola
A Rare Photograph of the First Carnival Festival in the Danish West Indies ~ 1912
Celebrating the First Carnival Festival Here’s an old advertisement for the first Carnival festival held in the Danish West Indies now the US Virgin Islands. Boat races, confetti battles, greased pole contests, donkey races, and more marked the joyous occasion. Visit the shop
Free Cotton Seeds To Planters in Tortola ~ 1908
Free Cotton Seeds
Over 230 Books Recommended by the Nisky Sunday School in St. Thomas ~ 1912
List of Recommended Books Have you read any of these?