“I think the girl who is able to earn her own living and pay her own way should be as happy as anybody on earth. The sense of independence and security is very sweet.” ― Susan B. Anthony As the foundational documents of our nation were drafted, Abigail Adams repeatedly reminded her husband, John Read More ...
By William Worthington Fowler in 1877 Every battle has its unnamed heroes. The common soldier enters the stormed fortress and, falling in the breach which his valor has made, sleeps in a nameless grave. The subaltern whose surname is scarcely heard beyond the roll-call on parade, bears the colors of his company where the fight Read More ...
In the late 19th century Indian Territory (Oklahoma) was considered the most violent of the American territories, as it served as home to hundreds of outlaws from around the country. Accused of murder, rape, robbery, arson, adultery, bribery, and numerous other crimes, outlaws initially found a safe haven in Indian Territory, which was without law Read More ...
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Did You Know? March is National Women’s History Month.
There are hundreds of women who stand out in American History due to their strong characters, contributions to society, or plain old interesting personalities. From the hardy pioneers who crossed the vast prairies and mountains heading westward, to nurses, abolitionists, stagecoach drivers, and even a few doctors and soldiers.
Elizabeth Blackwell was the first American woman to receive a medical doctor degree in 1849. She co-founded the Women’s Medical College in 1868. Read more about her HERE
From ghost towns to active Icons, America’s Mother Road continues to thrill travelers from around the world even today. Here are a few of our favorite images from Route 66.
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If you love Route 66, enjoy coloring, and like to share with others, this book is for you! The Route 66 Postcard Coloring Book contains 20 postcards of various places along America’s Mother Road, each ready for your own artistic touch. Made in Missouri, U.S.A. For more information, visit Legends’ General Store.
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Dave and Kathy during their visit to Tombstone,Arizona.
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Yes, I agree that back in the oldie days they didn’t worry about cholesterol and other health things … but if you think about it … people died a lot younger back then also!
Yes, I agree that back in the oldie days they didn’t worry about cholesterol and other health things … but if you think about it … people died a lot younger back then also!
Agreed 🙂 Thanks for reading our newsletter Rose!
i agree with you