Sounds of a Mandolin on Irvington Avenue

      Howard Caldwell, Sr. stopped by the Felt home at 64 North Irvington Avenue to serenade Elsie Felt. Both had been students at Butler University so the photograph was likely taken in 1913 or 1914. The formidable woman in the photo was most likely Elsie's Mom, Martha Felt. Howard and Elsie would later marry and have two children. They were affectionately called "Popo" and "Momo" by their adoring grandchildren. Behind the group, you can see the houses located at 77, 85, 87, and 99 North Irvington Avenue. 

Howard Caldwell, Sr. serenaded Elsie Felt and her mother, Martha Felt, at their home at 64 North Irvington Avenue c1914 (photo courtesy of Ginny Hingst) 

   Ginny Hingst recently found this photo in a family book. She is the granddaughter of Howard and Elsie Felt Caldwell. To learn more about the Caldwells or Felts, click on their names below.