Volume 14 , Issue 1

Duchess of Weaselskin

Live from the vicinity of Mt. Irvin in Southwest Colorado we wish for you and yours a New Year 2012 filled with humanity and respect for those different than yourself!

Our friend in Nevada reminds us once again that Christmas has twelve days of Christmas and it is not over yet. That 12th day of Christmas I estimate to be around January 5th or 6th. Do I have that correct?

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On This Day In History (1 & 2 January)

On This Date, 1 January 1895, J. Edgar Hoover, the director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation from 1924-1972, was born. Following his death on May 2, 1972, his obituary appeared in The Times. Go to obituary

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NW Okie's Corner

Happy New Year 2012! It is a New Year, a New beginning of only great things to come our way as we all speak out in the Todays; remembering the friends of Yesterdays as we soar into the Tomorrows. Bringing with us the high hopes as we stand proudly with the 99% of OWS! Thanks to those of OWS for All they have done in 2011 to show we still have a strong voice when we stand united, together! Hope this finds you with a good start to the New Year. GO POKES of OSU!

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100 Years Ago Today 2 January 1912

On the front page of The Democratic Banner, dated Tuesday, January 02, 1912, in Mt. Vernon, Ohio, we find the following headlines: "Ohio Progressives laud Both LaFollette and Roosevelt," "Wife of Ohio's Executive tries to reform a pardoned convict," "Sensational Suit Filed," "Toledo council to compel three-cent car fares," etc.

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100 Years of Our Dumb Headlines

11 December 1903 marks the day of our year of the dumb headlines with the following article: "Science Conquers Sky With Wright Bros. Flying Machine; Heaven Expedition Slated for Next Year. Historic Meeting between Roosevelt and St. Peter planned; President Preparing Speech. Citizens of Republic Eager to Visit Passed Relatives. Will Death Become A Thing of the Past?"

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Native American - A Sanpoils Legend

The origin of different languages and tribes finds us exploring "A Sanpoils Legend."

In a certain place in the winter months, the ducks (lullullo) collected in great numbers. When any one approached them, they would rise and fly away, making a whistling-noise. [more]...   |  View or Add Comments (0 Comments)   |   Receive updates ( subscribers)  |   Unsubscribe

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Auld Lang Syne (Long, Long Since)

Ever wondered about the history and words of the song, Auld Lang Syne, we sing on New Years and has become the anthem sung around the world? It is considered to be one of Scotland's gifts to the world, recalling the love and kindness of days gone by, taking our neighbors hands in communions as we give a sense of belonging, fellowship into the future.

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1928 Car Repair Mailer

Joel in Nevada sent us this 1928 Car Repair mailer and automotive repair advertisement that was sent on a penny postcard with and postmarked 29 June 1928, Bottineau, North Dakota, to Chester Bjorngaard at Maxlass, ND.

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