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    Old 06-11-2012, 09:10 AM
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    I didn't know where this was going to lead me and I am not done yet! Charlee noticed a label in the top and I did alittle research and found that the Tinsley Brothers had a store in Harlan, Iowa, starting in 1877. A D Tinsley was also the editor of the Harlan Tribune. The funny part; I was born in Harlan, Iowa....still have family there. I wonder where this is going to lead-------
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    Old 06-11-2012, 09:14 AM
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    That is SO COOL!! Thanks for sharing that!
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    Old 06-11-2012, 09:20 AM
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    Here is a picture of her underside----Charlee, I wish I had your knowledge---thanks for all your help~

    She needs alittle work but is in great shape overall---I am so excited.
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    Old 06-11-2012, 09:29 AM
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    Beautiful machine, and in truly great condition. How exciting is this hunt? Keep us up to date on what you find out!!
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    You may find out you bought back your GGgrandmother's original machine....! Fun, huh!
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    Old 06-11-2012, 03:17 PM
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    Originally Posted by harrishs
    I didn't know where this was going to lead me and I am not done yet! Charlee noticed a label in the top and I did alittle research and found that the Tinsley Brothers had a store in Harlan, Iowa, starting in 1877. A D Tinsley was also the editor of the Harlan Tribune. The funny part; I was born in Harlan, Iowa....still have family there. I wonder where this is going to lead-------
    Oh my gosh, I have friends in Harlan! They own the Nishna Valley Bakery. We've been friends for nearly 40 years, met when I was in junior high. What a great memory, thank you for sharing the label with us.
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    oh how cool...keep researching...you might have bought your grandmothers machine..heheh
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    Originally Posted by momto5
    You may find out you bought back your GGgrandmother's original machine....! Fun, huh!
    I was thinking the same thing........would be fantastic.......
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