Ellis island was a major port of entry for immigrants entering the United States.Of those entering approximately 1% were turned away from direct entry due to various medical conditions/concerns. The majority of those turned away were sent to the infirmary also located on Ellis Island. Earlier in 2015 a friend from my photo club, Photographic Society of Rhode Island (PSRI) asked … [Read more...]
Saratoga Springs New York
When one first thinks of Saratoga NY the immediate recognition is Saratoga Springs itself. Known for their natural mineral waters Saratoga Springs hosts a number of spas offering "relief and rejuvenation" for the visitor partaking in its waters. Saratoga Springs is also the home of Skidmore College. Skidmore is a private liberal arts college that embraces the idea … [Read more...]
