Joe Sherlock sent us an undated ad for the Frankford Gazette(the original).  Subscribed for a buck a year, that must have been a while ago.  Their printing house is shown as 4432 Frankford Ave, I wonder if it’s this building here, looks kinda small.

Thanks Joe, and anyone looking for a good read on Philly history and Northeast Philly in particular, check out his History of Philadelphia.  It strikes me as a personal account but seems so universal to the Philly experience.

On June 24th at 8:15 PM 14 year-old female reports that an unknown male forced her into an alleyway and sexually assaulted her. Offender: b/m, 18yrs, 6’”1, thin build, dark complexion, goatee, close cut wavy hair; wearing a white t-shirt and blue jeans.

This incident took place in the 1600 block of Dyre Street.

There was some significant political speech making today but it not get in the way of the kids having a good time.  The community residents celebrated the grand Opening of Gambrel’s brand new Playground and Spray Park at the Gambrel recreation center at 1900 Wakeling Street (map).

My father used to take me on walks through this little park back in the 40s so I have an attachment to it even now.  It has never looked better.  Have a look at our flickr slide show to see all the pictures.

This was the ribbon cutting and official turn on of the water.

I grabbed a few shots of Jason Roberts work on the doors to Silk City‘s beer garden while I was visiting Carter Studios last week.

Remember, it used to look like this:

Now it looks more like this:

• Gambrel’s Wet & Wild Summer Splash Off
  WhenFri, June 26, 12pm – 4pm

  WhereGambrel Recreation Center, 1900 Wakeling St. Phila. PA 19124 (map)

  DescriptionOffice of Councilwoman Maria D. Quinones Sanchez & Gambrel’s Advisory Council invites you to Gambrel’s Wet & Wild Summer Splash Off Councilwoman Sanchez and other community residents celebrate the Grand Opening of Gambrel’s brand new Playground and Spray Park! Food, Fun and Games for Everyone! See what activities and programs your recreation center has in your community. Highlights – ribon cutting of Playground & Spray Park – Face painting – Potato Sack Race For more information call Jason Dawkins at 267-992-0729
• Word of Faith Christian Center Annual Fair
  WhenSat, June 27, 12pm – 3pm

  WhereWord of Faith Christian Center, 4355 Paul St. Phila. 19124 (map)

  DescriptionWord of Faith Christian Center, will hold their annual fair on Saturday June 27th from noon to 3:00 PM at the church at 4355 Paul St. Phila. 19124 Basketball tournament, children’s play/skit, face painting, dunk tank,(State Rep. Tony Payton, or a representative), will be inside, moon bounce for younger children, aerobics instruction, Health& wellness tips presented by physicians from a local hospital for children, and adults, children’s dental information. “Jewels” the clown will entertain, as well as a local drill team, and a Latin musical group. Gospel rap will be performed by our very own “100 FOLD” group.Gently used clothing for all will be given away. Food will include hot dogs, pretzels, water ice, bottled water. The event is totally free of charge. All are welcome.
• Frankford Civic Association Meeting
  WhenThu, July 2, 7pm – 8pm

  WhereFrankford Hospital – 2nd floor conference room (map)