Articles related to "Comstock"
Anthony Comstock, Moral Crusader
Anthony Comstock's early life experiences fueled his fight against immorality in the 19th century, and his efforts can still be seen today.
anthony comstock • white sex slave trade • sexual purity in the gilded age • gilded age new york • prostitution in the gilded age
Anthony Comstock's early life experiences fueled his fight against immorality in the 19th century, and his efforts can still be seen today.
anthony comstock • white sex slave trade • sexual purity in the gilded age • gilded age new york • prostitution in the gilded age
The Silver Kings of the Comstock
The story of four Irishmen who found the biggest silver bonanza in U.S. history and changed their (and our) lives forever.
silver kings • silver kings comstock • comstock load mine • comstock strike • irish silver kings
The story of four Irishmen who found the biggest silver bonanza in U.S. history and changed their (and our) lives forever.
silver kings • silver kings comstock • comstock load mine • comstock strike • irish silver kings
The Storybook Cottages of Carmel by the Sea
If the old witch, Hansel, Gretel, and the Old Woman in the Shoe, all moved to California, they would definitely choose the fanciful Comstock storybook cottages of Carmel.
vacation • tour • travel • design • architecture
If the old witch, Hansel, Gretel, and the Old Woman in the Shoe, all moved to California, they would definitely choose the fanciful Comstock storybook cottages of Carmel.
vacation • tour • travel • design • architecture
The Comstock Lode
Gold sent the first prospectors out west, but it was silver that made men rich in Nevada. Silver had such an impact on the state and its economy, that Nevada's nickname is The Silver State. This story is about the largest silver strike, the Comstock Lode.
comstock lode • comstock • o'riley • mclaughlin • nevada
Gold sent the first prospectors out west, but it was silver that made men rich in Nevada. Silver had such an impact on the state and its economy, that Nevada's nickname is The Silver State. This story is about the largest silver strike, the Comstock Lode.
comstock lode • comstock • o'riley • mclaughlin • nevada
Virginia City, Nevada was Queen of the Comstock
Howling Wonder of the Western World, Virginia City was scene of the U. S. largest silver discovery in 1859. Yesterday's historic places tell today's visitors its story.
comstock lode • virginia city mansions • v & t railroad • chollar mine • virginia city's c street
Howling Wonder of the Western World, Virginia City was scene of the U. S. largest silver discovery in 1859. Yesterday's historic places tell today's visitors its story.
comstock lode • virginia city mansions • v & t railroad • chollar mine • virginia city's c street
Banning of the Books
Why does a book get banned? How long has this been going on? Take a look at some of your greatest classics that were once prohibited!
banned • books • ban • comstock • law
Why does a book get banned? How long has this been going on? Take a look at some of your greatest classics that were once prohibited!
banned • books • ban • comstock • law
Ghostly Soiled Doves Of The Old West
Tragic and short, such were the lives of these unfortunates.
julia bulette • comstock • haunts • ghosts • virginia city
Tragic and short, such were the lives of these unfortunates.
julia bulette • comstock • haunts • ghosts • virginia city
Margaret Sanger: Pioneer of Birth Control
Margaret Sanger was the woman who coined the term "birth control." She was the most avid supporter of contraceptive use in history. Her fight for the rights of women led to the approval of the birth control pill in the US.
sanger • margaret--history--birth control--comstock act--bi
Margaret Sanger was the woman who coined the term "birth control." She was the most avid supporter of contraceptive use in history. Her fight for the rights of women led to the approval of the birth control pill in the US.
sanger • margaret--history--birth control--comstock act--bi
Cheyenne Uprising
In July of 1868, the Cheyenne gathered at Fort Larned, Kansas to receive annuities as directed by the Medicine Lodge Treaty. A part of those annuities were guns and ammunition for hunting because some Cheyenne had gone on a raid Superintendent Murphy decided not to give these Indians the arms. He later relented but it was too late. An Indian War was already in progress.
cheyenne • war • larned • kansas • fort
In July of 1868, the Cheyenne gathered at Fort Larned, Kansas to receive annuities as directed by the Medicine Lodge Treaty. A part of those annuities were guns and ammunition for hunting because some Cheyenne had gone on a raid Superintendent Murphy decided not to give these Indians the arms. He later relented but it was too late. An Indian War was already in progress.
cheyenne • war • larned • kansas • fort
Eilley Orrum, Nevada Millionaire
Eilley Orrum was born in Scotland and came to the United States as a converted Mormon. She knew her destiny was to become wealthy and popular. She knew her destiny was in the mountains. When she had an opportunity, she landed at Virginia City, Nevada silver mines. She soon realized her dreams of becoming a millionaire.
eilley orrum • mormon • salt lake city • brigham young • comstock
Eilley Orrum was born in Scotland and came to the United States as a converted Mormon. She knew her destiny was to become wealthy and popular. She knew her destiny was in the mountains. When she had an opportunity, she landed at Virginia City, Nevada silver mines. She soon realized her dreams of becoming a millionaire.
eilley orrum • mormon • salt lake city • brigham young • comstock
Carson City Rendezvous Historical Treat
Each June, Carson City turns back the pages of Nevada history to the days of mountain men, the Civil War and Pony Express. It's fun for the family and educational, too.
carson city rendezvous • kit carson rendezvous • sage spirit dancers • eagle wings pageant dancers • nevada civil war volunteers
Each June, Carson City turns back the pages of Nevada history to the days of mountain men, the Civil War and Pony Express. It's fun for the family and educational, too.
carson city rendezvous • kit carson rendezvous • sage spirit dancers • eagle wings pageant dancers • nevada civil war volunteers
Watch Virginia City Camel Races Sept.10-12, 2010
Races, food, drink, specialty acts and parades are only part of the show. Costumed Nevada characters, celebrities and "jockeys" from around the U. S. provide color, too.
comstock silver lode • v & t railroad • territorial enterprise • alice springs australia camel races • bob richards
Races, food, drink, specialty acts and parades are only part of the show. Costumed Nevada characters, celebrities and "jockeys" from around the U. S. provide color, too.
comstock silver lode • v & t railroad • territorial enterprise • alice springs australia camel races • bob richards
Wells Fargo & Company
Wells Fargo is probably best known because its shipments were always getting stolen by train robbers and highwaymen. But Wells Fargo also was a bank. And it had its own detective agency. Wells Fargo was an integral part of the development of the gold rush West.
henry wells • william fargo • wells fargo • john butterfield • california
Wells Fargo is probably best known because its shipments were always getting stolen by train robbers and highwaymen. But Wells Fargo also was a bank. And it had its own detective agency. Wells Fargo was an integral part of the development of the gold rush West.
henry wells • william fargo • wells fargo • john butterfield • california
The Ghosts of Virginia City
Ghost and Haunts of Virginia City Nevada
ghosts • haunts • virginia city • nevada • west
Ghost and Haunts of Virginia City Nevada
ghosts • haunts • virginia city • nevada • west
Virginia City's C Street Mirrors History
Honky-tonk music, bars, museums, shops, a four-story schoolhouse and restaurants tell tales of the city that helped finance the Civil War and the success of San Francisco
the way it was museum • bucket of blood saloon • mark twain • territorial enterprise • belcher mine
Honky-tonk music, bars, museums, shops, a four-story schoolhouse and restaurants tell tales of the city that helped finance the Civil War and the success of San Francisco
the way it was museum • bucket of blood saloon • mark twain • territorial enterprise • belcher mine
Visit Virginia City, Nevada
Honkey-tonk and history, silver barons' castles & miners' cottages exist side-by-side in Virginia City, the largest federally designated historical district in the U.S.A
robert graves' castle • largest u. s. federally designated historic distri • bucket of blood saloon • the way it was museum • fourth ward schoolhouse and museum
Honkey-tonk and history, silver barons' castles & miners' cottages exist side-by-side in Virginia City, the largest federally designated historical district in the U.S.A
robert graves' castle • largest u. s. federally designated historic distri • bucket of blood saloon • the way it was museum • fourth ward schoolhouse and museum
Cherry Cheesecake Recipe & Graham Cracker Crust
Luscious New York style cheesecake in a graham cracker crust & topped with cherry pie filling. Ultra-creamy like NY Strawberry Cheesecake, it's a festive Christmas treat!
cherry cheesecake recipe • new york style cheesecake • how to make graham cracker crust • how to make cherry cheesecake • comstock+cherry pie filling
Luscious New York style cheesecake in a graham cracker crust & topped with cherry pie filling. Ultra-creamy like NY Strawberry Cheesecake, it's a festive Christmas treat!
cherry cheesecake recipe • new york style cheesecake • how to make graham cracker crust • how to make cherry cheesecake • comstock+cherry pie filling
Exploring Reno's Specialty Museums
Souvenirs, Cars, Rocks and Antiques from Nevada, the Southwest USA and Around the World Star in the Artfully Displayed Exhibits in these Outstanding Repositories.
wilbur d. may museum • national automobile museum • university of nevada reno • nevada historical society museum • mackay school of mines exhibit
Souvenirs, Cars, Rocks and Antiques from Nevada, the Southwest USA and Around the World Star in the Artfully Displayed Exhibits in these Outstanding Repositories.
wilbur d. may museum • national automobile museum • university of nevada reno • nevada historical society museum • mackay school of mines exhibit
Margaret Sanger
An advocate of safe and effective contraception for women, Margaret Sanger dedicated her life to efforts to help women take responsibility for their lives.
margaret sanger • founder of the birth control movement • national birth control league • white plains hospital • advice centers
An advocate of safe and effective contraception for women, Margaret Sanger dedicated her life to efforts to help women take responsibility for their lives.
margaret sanger • founder of the birth control movement • national birth control league • white plains hospital • advice centers
Margaret Sanger and Birth Control
Margaret Sanger was appalled at the conditions facing married women in the late 1800s and early 1900s who were bearing too many children, ruining their health and dying.
margaret sanger • sex. birth control • venereal diseases • abortion • family planning
Margaret Sanger was appalled at the conditions facing married women in the late 1800s and early 1900s who were bearing too many children, ruining their health and dying.
margaret sanger • sex. birth control • venereal diseases • abortion • family planning
A Perfect Weekend on California's Central Coast
.Hike redwood forests, sun on the beach, ride a roller coaster, learn about sailing ships, search tide pools, and walk a storybook village, all in a 3-day weekend.
learn to surf • ride a historic roller coaster • stroll a storybook village • gaze up at the redwoods • hike along the water
.Hike redwood forests, sun on the beach, ride a roller coaster, learn about sailing ships, search tide pools, and walk a storybook village, all in a 3-day weekend.
learn to surf • ride a historic roller coaster • stroll a storybook village • gaze up at the redwoods • hike along the water
Review: 'The Humble Little Condom'
Author Aine Collier traces the history of the condom, from its origin as handmade linen contraceptives to its current role as society's low-tech tool for STD prevention.
humble little condom • prophylactic history • book review of humble little condom • history of the condom • author aine collier
Author Aine Collier traces the history of the condom, from its origin as handmade linen contraceptives to its current role as society's low-tech tool for STD prevention.
humble little condom • prophylactic history • book review of humble little condom • history of the condom • author aine collier
4th of July in Reno and Sparks
Wondering where to celebrate the 4th of July in and around Reno? You have several patriotic options!
4th of july • reno nevada • lake tahoe nevada • sparks nevada • picnic celebration
Wondering where to celebrate the 4th of July in and around Reno? You have several patriotic options!
4th of july • reno nevada • lake tahoe nevada • sparks nevada • picnic celebration
How TV Violence Controls Kids' Minds
A child watching a children's TV program will witness on average one violent exchange every 4minutes. Here is advice for parents on the effects of violent TV on children.
tv violence kids • violent tv aggression • children's tv program • violent cartoons • desensitized violence
A child watching a children's TV program will witness on average one violent exchange every 4minutes. Here is advice for parents on the effects of violent TV on children.
tv violence kids • violent tv aggression • children's tv program • violent cartoons • desensitized violence
Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato Sandwich Recipe
Enjoy a diner food classic made at home. Capture the flavors of fresh tomatoes in a B.L.T. (bacon lettuce and tomato) sandwich.
homemade blt sandwich • bacon lettuce tomato sandwich recipe • history of tomatoes • eli's bread • bacon lettuce tomato sandwich
Enjoy a diner food classic made at home. Capture the flavors of fresh tomatoes in a B.L.T. (bacon lettuce and tomato) sandwich.
homemade blt sandwich • bacon lettuce tomato sandwich recipe • history of tomatoes • eli's bread • bacon lettuce tomato sandwich
Interior Victorian Paint Colors
Are you interested in painting an interior room of your Victorian house in appropriate historical colors? Here are some tips for choosing the right shades.
victorian paint colors • historical paints • victorian house colors • interior victorian colors • victorian house paint
Are you interested in painting an interior room of your Victorian house in appropriate historical colors? Here are some tips for choosing the right shades.
victorian paint colors • historical paints • victorian house colors • interior victorian colors • victorian house paint
Kids Pirate Party Timeline
In the last of this series, the detailed party schedule is covered. Your Pirate Birthday Party will be a total success with our secret twist. Arrrgh!
pirate party • kids party • pirate birthday party • kids pirate birthday party • birthday party
In the last of this series, the detailed party schedule is covered. Your Pirate Birthday Party will be a total success with our secret twist. Arrrgh!
pirate party • kids party • pirate birthday party • kids pirate birthday party • birthday party
Labor Day Last Fling Block Party
Celebrate the end of summer with a neighborhood block party. Read on to learn how to deal with local ordinances, divide up the work, and ensure that all have a fun!
block party • labor day party • summer picnic • labor day picnic • last fling
Celebrate the end of summer with a neighborhood block party. Read on to learn how to deal with local ordinances, divide up the work, and ensure that all have a fun!
block party • labor day party • summer picnic • labor day picnic • last fling
Ghosts in the Old School House
An investigation of the haunted Fourth Ward School
school • fourth ward • ghosts • orbs • investigation
An investigation of the haunted Fourth Ward School
school • fourth ward • ghosts • orbs • investigation
2009 4th of July in Northern Nevada
Wondering where to celebrate the 4th of July in and around Reno? You have several patriotic options including parades, fireworks, and fun.
4th of july • reno nevada • sparks nevada • lake tahoe nevada • nevada entertainment
Wondering where to celebrate the 4th of July in and around Reno? You have several patriotic options including parades, fireworks, and fun.
4th of july • reno nevada • sparks nevada • lake tahoe nevada • nevada entertainment
Best Things to Do in Reno and Lake Tahoe
Enjoy the great outdoors, the arts, history, and family fun in Reno and Lake Tahoe. These are the best things to enjoy during a trip to the Truckee Meadows.
reno nevada • lake tahoe • family activities • day trips • nevada outdoors
Enjoy the great outdoors, the arts, history, and family fun in Reno and Lake Tahoe. These are the best things to enjoy during a trip to the Truckee Meadows.
reno nevada • lake tahoe • family activities • day trips • nevada outdoors
Brief History on the Origin of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel came into being on account of one man's vision. Nurtured towards the world of artists and intellectuals, Carmel has become the showcase of artisans' dreams.
carmel by the sea • carmel-by-the-sea history • history of carmel california • carmel california's jewel city • carmel monterey peninsula
Carmel came into being on account of one man's vision. Nurtured towards the world of artists and intellectuals, Carmel has become the showcase of artisans' dreams.
carmel by the sea • carmel-by-the-sea history • history of carmel california • carmel california's jewel city • carmel monterey peninsula
Censorship in America
Censorship is often practiced by those in power to limit social discourse by those who disagree with them.
censorship in america • early american censorship • twentieth century american censorship • censorship laws • freedom expression
Censorship is often practiced by those in power to limit social discourse by those who disagree with them.
censorship in america • early american censorship • twentieth century american censorship • censorship laws • freedom expression
Charles Parkhurst, Vice Cop
How a Presbyterian minister won the battle over prostitution and police corruption in the late nineteenth century.
prostitution in the gilded age • gilded age new york • prostitution's foe in gilded age new york • dr. charles parkhurst • presbyterian minister charles parkhurst
How a Presbyterian minister won the battle over prostitution and police corruption in the late nineteenth century.
prostitution in the gilded age • gilded age new york • prostitution's foe in gilded age new york • dr. charles parkhurst • presbyterian minister charles parkhurst
Eugene Field
Eugene Field is perhaps the best known writer of childrens poetry in America. He is also considered one of the first newspaper columnists. His works provide inspiration.
eugene field • children's poetry • newspaper • wynken blynken and nod • wellsboro
Eugene Field is perhaps the best known writer of childrens poetry in America. He is also considered one of the first newspaper columnists. His works provide inspiration.
eugene field • children's poetry • newspaper • wynken blynken and nod • wellsboro
Exploring Nevada's Ghost Towns
Hundreds of abandoned ghost towns and mining camps in the U. S. West are historical treasure troves, and Nevada's among the richest.
nevada ghost towns • nevada mining history • nevada's bonanzas • seven troughs nevada • rochester nevada
Hundreds of abandoned ghost towns and mining camps in the U. S. West are historical treasure troves, and Nevada's among the richest.
nevada ghost towns • nevada mining history • nevada's bonanzas • seven troughs nevada • rochester nevada
Family Fun at Carson City's Nevada Rail Museum
One of the finest of its kind in America, the State Railroad Museum contains not only restored full-scale rolling stock. It also showcases model trains and memorabilia.
virginia and truckee railway • southern pacific railroad • western pacific railroad • union pacific railroad • nevada copper belt railroad
One of the finest of its kind in America, the State Railroad Museum contains not only restored full-scale rolling stock. It also showcases model trains and memorabilia.
virginia and truckee railway • southern pacific railroad • western pacific railroad • union pacific railroad • nevada copper belt railroad
Following Carson City's Kit Carson Trail
Everyone's heard the phrase "If only houses could talk." They do in Carson City where DVD and iPod messages relate tales to touring vehicle passengers and strollers.
carson city visitors center • william morris stewart • frederick delongchamps • ormsby county courthouse • heroes' memorial building
Everyone's heard the phrase "If only houses could talk." They do in Carson City where DVD and iPod messages relate tales to touring vehicle passengers and strollers.
carson city visitors center • william morris stewart • frederick delongchamps • ormsby county courthouse • heroes' memorial building
Isabella Bird, A Lady's Life in Rocky Mountains
When a sickly British spinster decided to travel into the wilds of Colorado, she had no idea that notorious desperado "Mountain Jim" would fall in love with her.
isabella bird. a lady's life in the rocky mountain • mountain jim • christine devine • american wild west • american desperados
When a sickly British spinster decided to travel into the wilds of Colorado, she had no idea that notorious desperado "Mountain Jim" would fall in love with her.
isabella bird. a lady's life in the rocky mountain • mountain jim • christine devine • american wild west • american desperados
Kids Pirate Birthday Party
Shiver Me Timbers! A pirate-themed kids birthday party is a great way to celebrate a special day. The first of a 3-part series covers invitations, decorations and more!
pirate party • birthday party • pirate birthday party • kids party • kids birthday party
Shiver Me Timbers! A pirate-themed kids birthday party is a great way to celebrate a special day. The first of a 3-part series covers invitations, decorations and more!
pirate party • birthday party • pirate birthday party • kids party • kids birthday party
Kids Pirate Party Crafts
In the 2nd of a 3-part series, you'll learn about pirate-themed crafts, seaworthy tablescapes, and birthday goody bags for your kids pirate party.
pirate party • kids party • pirate birthday party • kids pirate birthday party • birthday party
In the 2nd of a 3-part series, you'll learn about pirate-themed crafts, seaworthy tablescapes, and birthday goody bags for your kids pirate party.
pirate party • kids party • pirate birthday party • kids pirate birthday party • birthday party
The Rattlesnakes, an Overview
Rattlesnakes are classified within the subfamily Crotalinae - the pit vipers. Possessed of unique adaptations, they are considered to be the most evolved of the snakes.
rattlesnakes • venom • sensory pits • rattles • venomous snakes
Rattlesnakes are classified within the subfamily Crotalinae - the pit vipers. Possessed of unique adaptations, they are considered to be the most evolved of the snakes.
rattlesnakes • venom • sensory pits • rattles • venomous snakes
Tropical Beach Parties
Summertime is wonderful for entertaining, and tropical beach parties are fun, easy and creative. Read on to learn about the many party variations using a tropical theme.
tropical beach party • luau • beach party theme • summer parties • caribbean party
Summertime is wonderful for entertaining, and tropical beach parties are fun, easy and creative. Read on to learn about the many party variations using a tropical theme.
tropical beach party • luau • beach party theme • summer parties • caribbean party
Victorian House Color Schemes
True Victorian paint colors give authenticity to a 19th century home. Here are some tips for choosing authentic exterior paint color schemes for old or new Victorians.
victorian paint colors • victorian house • victorian exterior • historical paint scheme • authentic paint colors
True Victorian paint colors give authenticity to a 19th century home. Here are some tips for choosing authentic exterior paint color schemes for old or new Victorians.
victorian paint colors • victorian house • victorian exterior • historical paint scheme • authentic paint colors
Vintage Photos with a Secret History
Pictures of Marilyn Monroe, recently unearthed, bring back memories of the golden age of American erotica.
bert stern • marilyn monroe • eros magazine • ralph ginzburg • golden age of erotica
Pictures of Marilyn Monroe, recently unearthed, bring back memories of the golden age of American erotica.
bert stern • marilyn monroe • eros magazine • ralph ginzburg • golden age of erotica
J. Ross Browne, Government Agent (Part 2)
J. Ross Browne spent most of his career in government service. He worked for the Revenue Service inspecting areas of government waste. His brutal honesty was at first refreshing to his bosses, but ultimately made him a lot of enemies. He had a colorful career, which he ultimately wrote about extensively. The theme for most of his work was the finding of frauds and cheats, which he told in a satirical manner, a la Mark Twain.
j. ross browne • san francisco • revenue service • customs house • fraud
J. Ross Browne spent most of his career in government service. He worked for the Revenue Service inspecting areas of government waste. His brutal honesty was at first refreshing to his bosses, but ultimately made him a lot of enemies. He had a colorful career, which he ultimately wrote about extensively. The theme for most of his work was the finding of frauds and cheats, which he told in a satirical manner, a la Mark Twain.
j. ross browne • san francisco • revenue service • customs house • fraud
Raymond Davis Jr - Tenacity and Solar Neutrinos
Raymond Davis Jr. devoted his career to the little researched field of cosmic neutrinos, demonstrating that the energy of the sun is released during the fusion of hydrogen and helium. He shared the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2002 and helped start the field of neutrino-astronomy.
raymond davis jr • neutrino-astronomy • cosmic neutrino • solar neutrino • brookhaven national laboratory
Raymond Davis Jr. devoted his career to the little researched field of cosmic neutrinos, demonstrating that the energy of the sun is released during the fusion of hydrogen and helium. He shared the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2002 and helped start the field of neutrino-astronomy.
raymond davis jr • neutrino-astronomy • cosmic neutrino • solar neutrino • brookhaven national laboratory
This Could Be The Last Time -- The First Time
The first US tour by the Rolling Stones
us • america • tour • stones
The first US tour by the Rolling Stones
us • america • tour • stones
Fun Things To Do In Lake Tahoe With Kids
There is no end to fun things kids can do in beautiful Lake Tahoe.
things to do with kids in lake tahoe • horseback riding with kids in lake tahoe • tallac historic site • hiking with kids in lake tahoe • miniture golf in lake tahoe
There is no end to fun things kids can do in beautiful Lake Tahoe.
things to do with kids in lake tahoe • horseback riding with kids in lake tahoe • tallac historic site • hiking with kids in lake tahoe • miniture golf in lake tahoe
Nevada's Carson City Area Golf Scene
Though golf is a competitive game, the golf courses in Nevada's Carson City area have chosen to cooperate, rather than compete. As a result, golfers can play for less.
the divine nine • carson valley golf course • dayton valley golf club • eagle valley east • eagle valley west
Though golf is a competitive game, the golf courses in Nevada's Carson City area have chosen to cooperate, rather than compete. As a result, golfers can play for less.
the divine nine • carson valley golf course • dayton valley golf club • eagle valley east • eagle valley west
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