Yesteryear
50 years ago Altoona Mayor Robert Anthony had his picture taken with Mouseketeers Annette (Funicel-lo), Doreen (Tracy), Tommy (Cole) and Jimmy (Dodd-adult leader) as they visited Altoona to promote a Walt Disney movie at the Capitol Theater. 25 years ago The Altoona Area High School varsity cheerleaders won first place in the Universal Cheerleaders Association Camp, held at Penn State University. 10 years ago James Industries Inc., Hollidaysburg, established in 1945 and maker of Slinky brand toys, was sold to POOF Products Inc. of Michigan.
» Full StoryYesteryear
50 years ago
Ground was broken for the new WFBG-TV and Radio Studio at Commerce Park, 5100 Sixth Ave., Altoona. Frank B. Palmer was general manager.
Yesteryear
50 years ago
CBS radio stars like Arthur Godfrey, Art Linkletter and Edward R. Murrow were to honor WVAM radio station in Altoona on its 10th anniversary.
Yesteryear
50 years ago
The Mountain Lake Swimming Pool, west of Duncansville, once known as “Red Well” and the oldest public pool in Blair County, opened for business.
Alphonse S.
Yesteryear
50 years ago
Christ Second Lutheran Church, Seventh Avenue and 11th Street, the Rev. Victor Carlson, pastor, was installing a cardillonic bells instrument, which had 25 different belltone generators.
Yesteryear-June 6
The A&J American Legion Post had the only memorial plaque in Altoona, dedicated in 1955, which listed all local servicemen killed in action.
» Full Story
Curve vs. Aeros
My Gallery
Curve VS Aeros
My Gallery
Mobile Spot
Unique Photos
Bedford County Fair
Bemidji MN