My heart is breaking on both fronts.

Nicole, I restore old photographs. Perhaps I can help you with your precious pictures.
Let me know.

Jay, by chance did you look into Herbert Pope's assistant, George Lofton?
He might have some artifacts of the business. Oh, and thanks for the research that you've already done.
That should be a fantastic visit between you and Mrs. Pope
What county in SC are your folks from? I have relatives in Aiken and Barnwell counties.

Peace,
"Guided by the Ancestors"
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