Somewhere in
Time, Unlimited Gold Dust
Centennial Parade |
This side (west) of
the beautiful Cascade Mountain Range, is a small, historical town
called Gold Bar. The members and friends of Somewhere in Time, Unlimited (a historical costuming group based in the Seattle, Washington area of the United States) were invited to participate in the festivities of the annual Gold Dust Days in the small town of Gold Bar. This year would be really special to the residents - they would be celebrating the centennial! |
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SITU members are practiced in the logistical requirements of a
parade. "Staging" for the parade would be done at the local
grocery store's parking lot.
We arrived well in advance of the time given by the parade organizers, with the intention that we could find a place to leave the car in the shade (it was going to be a HOT one that day), and if luck would have it, a business which would allow us to use the lavatory. Here to the right, we see the lovely Queen Julia applying some color to her cheeks. Primping for one's fans and audience is very much needed. The shade of large hats plays down one's natural coloring and good looks. Over emphasized details helps, just as stage make up does in the theatre. |
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Ah! The delightful Countess
Cassimira has found a refreshing iced coffee. I think there
will be more than one of these to be enjoyed during the course of
today's heat! The SITU participants arrived early, wearing the type of clothing that would hearken back to what ladies and gents would have worn in 1910. |
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(Left) Miss Hannah is a little shy as she hasn't been in a parade with us before. We think she'll come around. (Above) Miss Judy and her niece are resting in the shade, waiting in the staging area for the parade to begin. |
Also in the shade, we found a
gentleman from town with his darling dog. The animal was very animated with all the activities going on! |
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Cheerleaders! |
The Red-Hatters! |
It was suggested the ladies were to say "S-x", but they just laughed... |
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The local riding lawnmower teams were
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This attractive dog seemed to be "on
point" |
(Above) The drill team receives some
last minute pointers (Right) The Red Hatter's Queen has
a lovely daughter. |
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These gentlemen are from the WCWA
(Washington Civil War Association). Don't they look snappy? Hard to not pay attention to a "man in a uniform"! |
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The rest of the WCWA members were
found |
The local Boy Scout Troop showed up
and had |
Here are a few examples of some
spectacular vehicles owned by collectors in the area.
Hiding almost in the shadow of the
large truck to the left, |
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Here is a close-up of a few of our
lovely ladies (L-R) Miss Judy, Miss Michaela (niece), Queen Julia, Miss Hannah |
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We rounded the first bend in the road.
The residents of this cute, little, historical town lined the Everyone was enthusiastically waving at us |
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The heat of the day was getting to our
group. We went in search of refreshments via our contemporary horseless vehicles, which were gratefully outfitted with air-conditioning to cool us down!
The question was where should we
go? The answer was quickly arrived upon and settled.
At the restaurant, our waitress took
pity upon our dried-out and parched conditions. |
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(Above) A profile image of Sir Harry
of Essex and the Countess Cassimira just beyond. |
(Above) Miss Judy looks radiant in the
hat she decorated and the blue dress she sewed herself. |
(Left) Miss Hannah contemplates what might taste good. (Above) Miss Michaela HAS considered the options |
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Cold pork tart, side salad, fruit and cheese - yum! |
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Curried pasty, fries and salad. |
Steak and mushroom pie, also with fries and salad. |
Although the adults of the group
enjoyed the excellent British cuisine, it was the younger members of our group who chose traditional "Fish & Chips" |
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Aaaaaah, Miss Hannah has discovered a terrific English dessert: Trifle! Cake, fruit, pudding, topped with whipcream. Oh my..... |
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Having sated our appetites and
quenched our thirsts, we headed back towards Seattle. "Oh wait!"
Lady Victoria realized that Bellevue Community College would be
playing host As historical costumers, we couldn't let the opportunity to pose
with stunning examples It was time to find the Rollers, the Bentleys, the Jags, and roadsters! |
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(L-R) Lady Victoria, Countess Cassimira, Queen Julia. |
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Sir Harry of Essex with Queen Julia. |
The Countess Cassimira |
"I say, old chap, would you take an offer on this Flying Lady?" |
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"I kinda like this one," says Queen Julia. It is slim and attractive, much like the beautiful model! | |
Here Countess Cassimira poses in the
shade before yet another handsome carriage. |
"Just look at all those hoses!"
exclaimed the Countess. Lovely profile of hat, parasol, fan and feminine form! |
"I think this car is sweet and probably economical to run too!" | Sir Harry, the car suits your outfit. What if we bought it for you? |
"Seriously? You'd negotiate a little deal on my behalf?" |
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The Countess and Queen Julia have
found another beauty to consider. |
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Lady Victoria has found a sweet ride
for herself. She mentioned the color "goes" |
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Miss Hannah also made a selection for
herself. |
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Updated Jan 28, 2011 | |