I have just this moment discovered a "hidden" setting on my scanner that will let me make higher-resolution scans. And, I do mean "hidden". If it's not staring me in the face, chances are I'll never find it.

I will try and re-scan the small b&w pictures I've previously posted, then edit the posts.

Meanwhile, here's a great shot I just found:

Time: Very early 1940s (most likely)
Place: The rooftop of an apartment building in Brooklyn

Obviously, a gag shot. (I hope!) Some, er, "friends" of my mother's younger brother (my Uncle Phil). The man holding the gun is Phil's lifelong friend Milton. The man kneeling may be my uncle, but I have my doubts. (He never would have been caught!)

This proves, without a doubt, that the Jewish gangsters were every bit as tough as the paisans!

Edit: I resized the picture. Also, the schmendrick on his knees is definitely not my uncle!