Centenarian Recalls Living At The Montauk Lighthouse As A Girl
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Margaret Bock, May 30, 1942.
Margaret (left) August 1941.
Tom Buckridge and his daughter, Margaret.
Tom Buckridge, former lighthouse keeper.
Margaret Bock celebrating her 100th birthday on September 24. COURTESY HENRY OSMERS
Margaret Bock, May 30, 1942.
Margaret (left) August 1941.
Tom Buckridge and his daughter, Margaret.
Tom Buckridge, former lighthouse keeper.
Margaret Bock celebrating her 100th birthday on September 24. COURTESY HENRY OSMERS
Staff Writer on Oct 4, 2019
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Staff Writer on Oct 4, 2019