Articles related to "Allegheny"
US Airways: All-American Airline Story
US Airways has made news recently by filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The history of this airline is varied and colorful and now is probably a good time to visit it.
us airways • usair • piedmont • allegheny • lake central
US Airways has made news recently by filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The history of this airline is varied and colorful and now is probably a good time to visit it.
us airways • usair • piedmont • allegheny • lake central
Allegheny Vacation at Douthat State Park
Douthat is one of Virginia's best parks, featuring outstanding scenery, hiking and mountain bike trails, and fishing. Its on the National Register of Historic Places.
virginia state parks • family vacation • family vacation resort • shenandoah national park • vacation rentals
Douthat is one of Virginia's best parks, featuring outstanding scenery, hiking and mountain bike trails, and fishing. Its on the National Register of Historic Places.
virginia state parks • family vacation • family vacation resort • shenandoah national park • vacation rentals
Snowmobiling Allegheny Nat. Forest
Sledders from around the East come to the Allegheny National Forest to snowmobile through pristine forests, cool towns and past great views.
snowmobiling • allegheny national forest • snowmobiling pennsylvania • driving sleds • winter sports
Sledders from around the East come to the Allegheny National Forest to snowmobile through pristine forests, cool towns and past great views.
snowmobiling • allegheny national forest • snowmobiling pennsylvania • driving sleds • winter sports
In the Midst of Terror She Went out to Her Work -- Part I
This article describes the cold-blooded murder of union organizer Fannie Sellins.
united mine workers of america • william z. foster • philip murray • allegheny valley
This article describes the cold-blooded murder of union organizer Fannie Sellins.
united mine workers of america • william z. foster • philip murray • allegheny valley
In the Midst of Terror She Went out to Her Work -- Part II
Part II of the story of the cold-blooded murder of union organizer Fannie Sellins.
west natrona • pennsylvania • allegheny coal and coke company
Part II of the story of the cold-blooded murder of union organizer Fannie Sellins.
west natrona • pennsylvania • allegheny coal and coke company
A Short Hike on Virginia's Skyline Drive
Blackrock Summit, in Shenandoah National Park, is the destination of a short, scenic hike that connects to America's Appalachian Trail.
appalachian trail • shenandoah national park • hiking gear • allegheny mountains • appalachia
Blackrock Summit, in Shenandoah National Park, is the destination of a short, scenic hike that connects to America's Appalachian Trail.
appalachian trail • shenandoah national park • hiking gear • allegheny mountains • appalachia
Blue Ridge Mountain riding -- It does not get any better
From Shenandoah National Park in Virginia to Great Smoky Mountain National Park in North Carolina and Tennessee, Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway wind along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains through some of the most beautiful and historic areas of eastern United States. Any list of America’s most scenic highways will include this route. And for motorcycle riders, the parkways’ continuous mix of sweeping turns over mountains and through valleys adds to the excitement. ###
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From Shenandoah National Park in Virginia to Great Smoky Mountain National Park in North Carolina and Tennessee, Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway wind along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains through some of the most beautiful and historic areas of eastern United States. Any list of America’s most scenic highways will include this route. And for motorcycle riders, the parkways’ continuous mix of sweeping turns over mountains and through valleys adds to the excitement. ###
blue ridge parkway royal virginia carolina tenness
Colonial Day Kidnapping
The Jemison family lived in the Buchanan Valley in Adams County, Pennsylvania when Mary and a neighbor boy were taken to the Ohio Valley by the Shawnee Indian Tribe.
colonial day kidnappings • mary jemison captured by shawnee • french & indian war • fort duquesne pittsburgh • travel over allegheny mountains during colonial da
The Jemison family lived in the Buchanan Valley in Adams County, Pennsylvania when Mary and a neighbor boy were taken to the Ohio Valley by the Shawnee Indian Tribe.
colonial day kidnappings • mary jemison captured by shawnee • french & indian war • fort duquesne pittsburgh • travel over allegheny mountains during colonial da
Hums in the Valley
The Shenandoah Valley of Virginia rings with historical folklore.
shenandoah valley • virginia • folktales • folklore • legends
The Shenandoah Valley of Virginia rings with historical folklore.
shenandoah valley • virginia • folktales • folklore • legends
The Whiskey Rebellion by William Hogeland
Hogeland's book brings to life the economic distress of the rebels, the heavy hand of the federal government, and the peace efforts of moderates.
the whiskey rebellion • william hogeland • western pennsylvania • mingo creek association • hugh henry brackenridge
Hogeland's book brings to life the economic distress of the rebels, the heavy hand of the federal government, and the peace efforts of moderates.
the whiskey rebellion • william hogeland • western pennsylvania • mingo creek association • hugh henry brackenridge
America's Canal Age
American canals saw a short era in American history, but they served to help connect the eastern United States with its growing western frontier.
america's canal age • canals are efficient transportation • early american canals • washington’s western trade route • erie canal opens trade
American canals saw a short era in American history, but they served to help connect the eastern United States with its growing western frontier.
america's canal age • canals are efficient transportation • early american canals • washington’s western trade route • erie canal opens trade
American Women Journalist Ida M. Tarbell
Ida Tarbell was an investigative reporter who was labeled a "muckracker" as she established an expose model in the 19th century that is still followed today.
women journalists • ida m tarbell • tarbell and women's rights • tarbell's journalism career • tarbell as freelancer
Ida Tarbell was an investigative reporter who was labeled a "muckracker" as she established an expose model in the 19th century that is still followed today.
women journalists • ida m tarbell • tarbell and women's rights • tarbell's journalism career • tarbell as freelancer
American Whiskey Trail Northbound
Face facts! Alcohol has always been a part of the American landscape. Through good times and bad, war and peace, Prohibition and even a Rebellion, whiskey was there!
american whiskey trail • get a good drink • history with a twist • canyons of lower manhattan • fraunces tavern
Face facts! Alcohol has always been a part of the American landscape. Through good times and bad, war and peace, Prohibition and even a Rebellion, whiskey was there!
american whiskey trail • get a good drink • history with a twist • canyons of lower manhattan • fraunces tavern
Clearing Woods - Shrubs Part 5 - Brambles Part 2
Blackberry, raspberry, black raspberry. What's the difference? The names seem to be used with abandon to describe plants with fruit ranging from red to black. I'd always thought that raspberries had red fruit and blackberries had black fruit and that was that. But, this isn't actually the case.
shade • shade garden • shade gardening • gardening in shade • perennials
Blackberry, raspberry, black raspberry. What's the difference? The names seem to be used with abandon to describe plants with fruit ranging from red to black. I'd always thought that raspberries had red fruit and blackberries had black fruit and that was that. But, this isn't actually the case.
shade • shade garden • shade gardening • gardening in shade • perennials
Deadliest Flood in US History
Excluding the floods caused by hurricanes, the worst and deadliest flood in the US occurred on May 31, 1889 when the South Fork Dam burst.
deadliest flood in us history • johnstown pennsylvania destroyed in the great floo • excluding floods caused by hurricanes worst deadli • 2200 people lost their lives damage estimated $17 • 1879 south fork hunting and fishing club summer re
Excluding the floods caused by hurricanes, the worst and deadliest flood in the US occurred on May 31, 1889 when the South Fork Dam burst.
deadliest flood in us history • johnstown pennsylvania destroyed in the great floo • excluding floods caused by hurricanes worst deadli • 2200 people lost their lives damage estimated $17 • 1879 south fork hunting and fishing club summer re
Pittsburgh Steelers Fans Wave Terrible Towel
The Terrible Towel waved by Pittsburgh Steelers football fans has created a sea of yellow since 1975 when Myron Cope created the idea for this championship NFL team.
terrible towel • pittsburgh steelers football fans • who created terrible towel • football sports broacaster • myron cope
The Terrible Towel waved by Pittsburgh Steelers football fans has created a sea of yellow since 1975 when Myron Cope created the idea for this championship NFL team.
terrible towel • pittsburgh steelers football fans • who created terrible towel • football sports broacaster • myron cope
Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel Reclaims Origins
Built in 1906, it wasn't until nearly a century later that the 14-floor Renaissance Pittsburgh was restored to its original purpose.
renaissance pittsburgh • pittsburgh • pnc park • luxury hotels in pittsburgh • where to stay pirates games
Built in 1906, it wasn't until nearly a century later that the 14-floor Renaissance Pittsburgh was restored to its original purpose.
renaissance pittsburgh • pittsburgh • pnc park • luxury hotels in pittsburgh • where to stay pirates games
Dr Cyril H.Wecht and the Assassination of JFK
Controversial Dr Cyril H Wecht has been one of America's most high profile forensic pathologists since he testified in the JFK shooting. Today he is still in the news.
dr cyril h. wecht • forensic pathologist • high profile • assassination of jfk • president john f kennedy
Controversial Dr Cyril H Wecht has been one of America's most high profile forensic pathologists since he testified in the JFK shooting. Today he is still in the news.
dr cyril h. wecht • forensic pathologist • high profile • assassination of jfk • president john f kennedy
C&O and B&O Use Picks and Shovels in Great Race
One of the most competitive industrial races in America's history occurred out of public view, on 185 miles of wilderness lining the banks of the Potomac River.
c&o • b&o • rivals use picks and shovels • canal vs. railroad • ohio valley markets prize
One of the most competitive industrial races in America's history occurred out of public view, on 185 miles of wilderness lining the banks of the Potomac River.
c&o • b&o • rivals use picks and shovels • canal vs. railroad • ohio valley markets prize
Grow Pachysandra, a Plant for Shady Landscapes
Pachysandra, also known as Japanese spurge, is a common and prolific herbaceous ground cover that is easily propagated and also makes excellent living mulch.
pachysandra • japanese spurge • ground cover • low growing • garden
Pachysandra, also known as Japanese spurge, is a common and prolific herbaceous ground cover that is easily propagated and also makes excellent living mulch.
pachysandra • japanese spurge • ground cover • low growing • garden
Pittsburgh's 250-Year-Old Name
As Pittsburgh celebrates its 250th birthday, locals wonder how their city came to be. What's in a name? Read about the most daring mission of the French and Indian War.
pittsburgh 250 years • pittsburgh name • battle of duquesne • pittsburough • pittsburgh 250 birthday
As Pittsburgh celebrates its 250th birthday, locals wonder how their city came to be. What's in a name? Read about the most daring mission of the French and Indian War.
pittsburgh 250 years • pittsburgh name • battle of duquesne • pittsburough • pittsburgh 250 birthday
Food Recalls
Take caution this evening if you have peanut butter or boxed pasta meals within your cupboards! Young children and the elderly are the most susceptible to illness!
peanut butter recall • food recall • conagra foods • salmonella • fda
Take caution this evening if you have peanut butter or boxed pasta meals within your cupboards! Young children and the elderly are the most susceptible to illness!
peanut butter recall • food recall • conagra foods • salmonella • fda
Pioneer History Societies
The value of pioneer and history society records. Sources where these can be found and general overview of the societies.
history • pioneers • genealogy • family history • mark swarthout
The value of pioneer and history society records. Sources where these can be found and general overview of the societies.
history • pioneers • genealogy • family history • mark swarthout
Fighting Civil War Counterfeiting
With the outbreak of the Civil War, counterfeiters took the opportunity to increase their activity and pass their versions of the new national currency to unsuspecting pe
secret service • civil war counterfeiting • first secret service agents • creation of the secret service • history of the secret service
With the outbreak of the Civil War, counterfeiters took the opportunity to increase their activity and pass their versions of the new national currency to unsuspecting pe
secret service • civil war counterfeiting • first secret service agents • creation of the secret service • history of the secret service
Where was New France?
Before the establishment of the USA , huge areas of the country were held by England , France, Spain and Mexico. New France was seen as territory West of the Appalachians
new france • voyageurs • french indian war • george washington • british colonies
Before the establishment of the USA , huge areas of the country were held by England , France, Spain and Mexico. New France was seen as territory West of the Appalachians
new france • voyageurs • french indian war • george washington • british colonies
A Dirty Verb
Growing numbers of individuals from Third World countries escape restricted, depleted and abusive environments to make a new life in the United States, perceiving it to be a kind of frontier. Americans resent the intrusion, and feel displaced, because they lack a similar opportunity.
frontiers • american frontier • frontier theory • exploration • colonization
Growing numbers of individuals from Third World countries escape restricted, depleted and abusive environments to make a new life in the United States, perceiving it to be a kind of frontier. Americans resent the intrusion, and feel displaced, because they lack a similar opportunity.
frontiers • american frontier • frontier theory • exploration • colonization
Bars and Restaurants near PNC Park
A selection of the taverns and dining options located near Heinz Field and PNC Park on Pittsburgh's North Shore.
places to eat in pittsburgh • pnc park food • heinz field food • bars near pnc park • restaurants near pnc park
A selection of the taverns and dining options located near Heinz Field and PNC Park on Pittsburgh's North Shore.
places to eat in pittsburgh • pnc park food • heinz field food • bars near pnc park • restaurants near pnc park
Baseball History in London, Ontario
From the Tecumsehs to the Majors, from the historic Labatt Park to the future Hall of Famers who have played upon its field, baseball in London has had a rich history.
baseball history in london ontario • london tecumsehs • london majors • intercounty baseball league • labatt park
From the Tecumsehs to the Majors, from the historic Labatt Park to the future Hall of Famers who have played upon its field, baseball in London has had a rich history.
baseball history in london ontario • london tecumsehs • london majors • intercounty baseball league • labatt park
Dark Command
The Duke and Roy Rogers share the screen.
john wayne • roy rogers • claire trevor • raoul walsh
The Duke and Roy Rogers share the screen.
john wayne • roy rogers • claire trevor • raoul walsh
Indians and America's Revolution
In the American Revolution, Native Americans were used by both sides, but in the end they were abandoned.
american revolution • stockbridge indians • proclamation of 1763 • tribute money • iroquois
In the American Revolution, Native Americans were used by both sides, but in the end they were abandoned.
american revolution • stockbridge indians • proclamation of 1763 • tribute money • iroquois
Lillian Russell: Gotham's Soprano
The life, times and accomplishments of one the most colorful sopranos to ever grace the American stage.
lillian russell • gilbert and sullivan • diamond jim brady • central park • h.m.s. pinafore
The life, times and accomplishments of one the most colorful sopranos to ever grace the American stage.
lillian russell • gilbert and sullivan • diamond jim brady • central park • h.m.s. pinafore
Mountains, Horses and Llamas Add to Family Fun
The Shenandoah Valley of Virginia offers a variety of unique family activities that will get the kids out in nature interacting with animals.
unusual family activities • shenandoah valley virginia • kids nature • hiking • horseback riding
The Shenandoah Valley of Virginia offers a variety of unique family activities that will get the kids out in nature interacting with animals.
unusual family activities • shenandoah valley virginia • kids nature • hiking • horseback riding
Omni William Penn Hotel, Downtown Pittsburgh
The lavishly restored three diamond William Penn Hotel has hosted John F. Kennedy, Lawrence Welk and thousands of business travelers in downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
omni william penn hotel • downtown pittsburgh hotels • three diamond hotels • southwestern pennsylvania hotels • hosting a meeting in pittsburgh
The lavishly restored three diamond William Penn Hotel has hosted John F. Kennedy, Lawrence Welk and thousands of business travelers in downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
omni william penn hotel • downtown pittsburgh hotels • three diamond hotels • southwestern pennsylvania hotels • hosting a meeting in pittsburgh
Pittsburgh’s Mount Washington
A guide to the Mount Washington neighborhood of Pittsburgh, with great scenery and good places to eat.
places to eat in pittsburgh • mount washington • travel • dining • views
A guide to the Mount Washington neighborhood of Pittsburgh, with great scenery and good places to eat.
places to eat in pittsburgh • mount washington • travel • dining • views
The Albany Plan of Union 1754
Renewed conflict with France prompts Albany Congress. Six Nations of the Iroquois attend. Ben Franklin, Thomas Hutchinson propose Central Government to organize defense.
albany plan of union • french and indian war • albany congress • ben franklin • thomas hutchinson
Renewed conflict with France prompts Albany Congress. Six Nations of the Iroquois attend. Ben Franklin, Thomas Hutchinson propose Central Government to organize defense.
albany plan of union • french and indian war • albany congress • ben franklin • thomas hutchinson
The Conestoga Wagons
The Conestoga was a popular form of covered wagon in early America used for the transportation of both freight and families.
conestoga wagon • covered wagon • early american transportation • conestoga horses • pennsylvania history
The Conestoga was a popular form of covered wagon in early America used for the transportation of both freight and families.
conestoga wagon • covered wagon • early american transportation • conestoga horses • pennsylvania history
Three Must-Visit Museums in Pittsburgh
Visiting Pittsburgh is something that can not be done in a day. If there isn't much time to devote to this steel city, here are three museums that can't be skipped.
taking a trip to pittsburgh • museums in pittsburgh • pennsylvania • frank lloyd wright’s fallingwater • the andy warhol museum
Visiting Pittsburgh is something that can not be done in a day. If there isn't much time to devote to this steel city, here are three museums that can't be skipped.
taking a trip to pittsburgh • museums in pittsburgh • pennsylvania • frank lloyd wright’s fallingwater • the andy warhol museum
Washington & The Battle of Jumonville Glen
Although war between France and England appeared to be imminent even before May of 1754, it was the Battle of Jumonville Glen that ignited the French & Indian War
george washington • fort duquesne • jumonville • great meadows • mingo
Although war between France and England appeared to be imminent even before May of 1754, it was the Battle of Jumonville Glen that ignited the French & Indian War
george washington • fort duquesne • jumonville • great meadows • mingo
What to See and Do in Spruce Knob, WV
Visitors to Spruce Knob can enjoy hiking, fishing, boating, and camping while being surrounded by the scenic West Virginia mountain landscape.
what to see in spruce knob • what to do in spruce knob • highest point in west virginia • west virginia fishing • west virginia camping
Visitors to Spruce Knob can enjoy hiking, fishing, boating, and camping while being surrounded by the scenic West Virginia mountain landscape.
what to see in spruce knob • what to do in spruce knob • highest point in west virginia • west virginia fishing • west virginia camping
Spanish Flu in Allegany County, Maryland
The Spanish Flu was a worldwide pandemic that affected nearly every corner of the world. Here's how it attacked a rural Maryland county.
spanish flu in allegany county • spanish influenza in maryland • pandemic disease in maryland • treating the spanish flu • problems created by spanish flu
The Spanish Flu was a worldwide pandemic that affected nearly every corner of the world. Here's how it attacked a rural Maryland county.
spanish flu in allegany county • spanish influenza in maryland • pandemic disease in maryland • treating the spanish flu • problems created by spanish flu
Whigs of the Frontier
Whig legislators Henry Clay, Abraham Lincoln, and David Crockett recognized the importance of infrastructural development in the West.
whigs • frontier • henry clay • abraham lincoln • davy crocket
Whig legislators Henry Clay, Abraham Lincoln, and David Crockett recognized the importance of infrastructural development in the West.
whigs • frontier • henry clay • abraham lincoln • davy crocket
A brief sampling of the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania
Everybody has heard of the Grand Canyon of the Colorado River. But last year I learned of another Grand Canyon located where I live in the eastern United States -- the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. Recently I sampled a small portion of this magnificent canyon in the forest. And I intend to return to see much more.
grand canyon pennsylvania ansonia colton harrison
Everybody has heard of the Grand Canyon of the Colorado River. But last year I learned of another Grand Canyon located where I live in the eastern United States -- the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. Recently I sampled a small portion of this magnificent canyon in the forest. And I intend to return to see much more.
grand canyon pennsylvania ansonia colton harrison
All Good Festival 2008 - Preview
Less jam band and more rocking seems to be the musical theme at the 2008 All Good Festival in West Virginia featuring Grace Potter, Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks.
all good fesitval • derek trucks • susan tedeschi • avett brothers • grace potter and the nocturnals
Less jam band and more rocking seems to be the musical theme at the 2008 All Good Festival in West Virginia featuring Grace Potter, Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks.
all good fesitval • derek trucks • susan tedeschi • avett brothers • grace potter and the nocturnals
American Impressionist in Paris
American born Mary Cassatt became a significant member of the Impressionist community in Paris.
mary cassatt • cassatt • female artist • impresssionist • degas
American born Mary Cassatt became a significant member of the Impressionist community in Paris.
mary cassatt • cassatt • female artist • impresssionist • degas
American Writer Gertrude Stein
American writer and poet Gertrude Stein is considered one of the great authors of the United States. She lived a life of boldness and independence.
gertrude stein • stein rose is a rose is a rose • stein american avant garde writer • stein three lives • stein the autobiography of alice b. toklas
American writer and poet Gertrude Stein is considered one of the great authors of the United States. She lived a life of boldness and independence.
gertrude stein • stein rose is a rose is a rose • stein american avant garde writer • stein three lives • stein the autobiography of alice b. toklas
Best of the New Baseball Parks
When Camden Yards opened in Baltimore in 1992, it forever changed the way that MLB parks would be designed and built. Here are three of the best new "retro" fields.
best baseball stadiums • best ball parks • pnc ball park • citizens bank ball park • coors field
When Camden Yards opened in Baltimore in 1992, it forever changed the way that MLB parks would be designed and built. Here are three of the best new "retro" fields.
best baseball stadiums • best ball parks • pnc ball park • citizens bank ball park • coors field
Brooke McEldowney, Creator of 9 Chickwood Lane and Pibgorn
Definition: Pibgorn 1. A folk instrument of the hornpipe family. A Welsh single reed chanter with the mouthpiece and bell made of cow’s horn. Popular in the Middle Ages. 2. The name of a woodlands fairy looking to spice up her life. Also a comic strip by the multi-talented Brooke McEldowney, creator of 9 Chickweed Lane.
brooke mceldowney • 9 chickweed lane • pibgorn • fairy • comic strip
Definition: Pibgorn 1. A folk instrument of the hornpipe family. A Welsh single reed chanter with the mouthpiece and bell made of cow’s horn. Popular in the Middle Ages. 2. The name of a woodlands fairy looking to spice up her life. Also a comic strip by the multi-talented Brooke McEldowney, creator of 9 Chickweed Lane.
brooke mceldowney • 9 chickweed lane • pibgorn • fairy • comic strip
Cook with Nature and Music at Garth Newel Music Center
Would you like to improve your culinary skills, listen to the finest in chamber music and savor world-class cuisine and wine—all in an idyllic rural setting? Then plan to attend the weekend cooking school this fall at Garth Newel Music Center in scenic Warm Springs, Virginia.
garth newel music center • cooking schools • garth newel cooking school • weekend getaways • virginia travel
Would you like to improve your culinary skills, listen to the finest in chamber music and savor world-class cuisine and wine—all in an idyllic rural setting? Then plan to attend the weekend cooking school this fall at Garth Newel Music Center in scenic Warm Springs, Virginia.
garth newel music center • cooking schools • garth newel cooking school • weekend getaways • virginia travel
Dawn's Personal Story
Dawn shares her story with us. She opted to have chemotherapy before surgery. Read the story and find out why. I was truly amazed.
Dawn shares her story with us. She opted to have chemotherapy before surgery. Read the story and find out why. I was truly amazed.
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