A Letter From Daniel
Welcome. The Daniel Hogan Chronicles originated as a holiday newsletter, its mission was simple; to keep my friends, many of whom I had not seen for quite a while, updated as to my comings and goings. The first issue started out simply with images pirated off the net and helpful holiday hints, decorating and cooking ideas on a four page layout. The largest issue to date of my newsletter (printed for Gay Day 2000) contained over fourteen pages with many images of vacations pasts. The last printing was for summer 2001 and featured over eight pages in glorious colour about my month on the island of St. Lucia. The net version will be a simplified format with selected images of art and antiques from my permanent collection as well as favorite recipes and schedule. Remember to check back weekly for updates and new articles and pictures. I sincerely hope that you enjoy my little tribute to me and that the information is use in your daily life. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at HRHWales@AOL.COM
The Week In Review
Rain, rain go away. If I have to mow my damm lawn one more time I'm getting in a tower with a gun. Since Gay Day Daniel has been on this high (not what you think) and has been going out way too much. The Image: Daniel and his friend Glenn from West Palm Beach have a chance meeting at Pleasure Island Gay Day Saturday and would later run into each other at Parliament House during T-Dance the next day.
Selections From The Hogan Collection
This coin silver piece measures approximately 10 " X 2.75" and is hallmarked as being made by "HALL HEWSON & BROWER" (HH&B in a lozenge surmounted by an eagle in an oval) of Albany, New York. The firm was active in the 1850's. The legacy of the Hall family as silversmiths dates to 1814, the Hewson family to 1815 and the Brower family to 1810. In the back of the piece is a monogram which is believed to be contemporary with the piece (CC in script) and the name "Jean Bach" is also engraved in block letters. On the front at the top is a classical style portrait medallion though the gender of the subject is in question. On closer inspection (and 400X magnification) one can make out what could be an Adam's apple. The handle is twisted and the flat serving area is decorated with bright cutting. It has never been altered or repaired and the wear is consistent in a piece of its age. This piece entered the Hogan Family in the mid 1930's when purchased by Mrs. Beatrice Duffy Hogan and would eventually pass to her grandson Daniel V. Hogan. Further research into this piece is still being conducted. The Permanent Collections covers all areas of decorative arts including porcelain, furniture, silver, china, sculpture, prints, paintings, crystal, mirrors and textiles. The Hogan Foundation is always happy to receive donations of any these objects.
