Articles related to "Fremont"
THE PATHFINDER: JOHN CHARLES FREMONT
Many people refer to politicians in this manner, but John Charles Fremont really was an illegitimate child. See how his fame as an explorer almost made The Pathfinder President of the United States.
fremont • thomas hart benton • benton • president • senator
Many people refer to politicians in this manner, but John Charles Fremont really was an illegitimate child. See how his fame as an explorer almost made The Pathfinder President of the United States.
fremont • thomas hart benton • benton • president • senator
Fire and Fog
Review of Dianne Day's book, Fire and Fog, a Fremont Jones mystery.
mystery • mysteries • book review • mystery review • dianne day
Review of Dianne Day's book, Fire and Fog, a Fremont Jones mystery.
mystery • mysteries • book review • mystery review • dianne day
Jessie and Her Pathfinder, part 3
Fremont is elected senator from California. The Fremonts lose money on their ranch and a railroad investment. Jessie gives birth to two more children, and one son and daughter die. Fremont is a presidential candidate for the Republican Party. The Civil War begins.
fremont • john • charles • jessie • benton
Fremont is elected senator from California. The Fremonts lose money on their ranch and a railroad investment. Jessie gives birth to two more children, and one son and daughter die. Fremont is a presidential candidate for the Republican Party. The Civil War begins.
fremont • john • charles • jessie • benton
A Seattle Neighborhood Beer Tour
The Beer Traveller gets a handle on Seattle alehouses, and enjoys some fresh locally-brewed beer, in the Emerald City's most offbeat neighborhood.
pint • celebrator • brewpub • alehouse • seattle
The Beer Traveller gets a handle on Seattle alehouses, and enjoys some fresh locally-brewed beer, in the Emerald City's most offbeat neighborhood.
pint • celebrator • brewpub • alehouse • seattle
Jessie and Her Pathfinder, part 2
Jessie Fremont spends Christmas at home alone with her and John’s baby daughter, Lily. Fremont makes another exploration. Jessie has a second child, a son who does not live long. Fremont is dubbed The Pathfinder. Gold is discovered in California and Jessie and Lily travel west.
fremont • john • charles • jessie • benton
Jessie Fremont spends Christmas at home alone with her and John’s baby daughter, Lily. Fremont makes another exploration. Jessie has a second child, a son who does not live long. Fremont is dubbed The Pathfinder. Gold is discovered in California and Jessie and Lily travel west.
fremont • john • charles • jessie • benton
GUNFIGHT ON TOMBSTONE'S FREMONT STREET
In 1881 a furious feud flared to a fatal finish in a brief but deadly shootout in Tombstone, Arizona. This bloody fight on Fremont Street near the OK Coral between the Earp Brother and Doc Holliday, opposed by the Clantons and the McLaurys, left three men dead and three wounded.
earp • ok coral • clantons • mclaurys • doc holliday
In 1881 a furious feud flared to a fatal finish in a brief but deadly shootout in Tombstone, Arizona. This bloody fight on Fremont Street near the OK Coral between the Earp Brother and Doc Holliday, opposed by the Clantons and the McLaurys, left three men dead and three wounded.
earp • ok coral • clantons • mclaurys • doc holliday
Independence Rock, The Register of the Desert
Independence Rock was a landmark to travellers on the old Oregon Trail. They knew they were a third of the way to Oregon.
independence rock • wyoming • sweetwater river • oregon trail • pioneers
Independence Rock was a landmark to travellers on the old Oregon Trail. They knew they were a third of the way to Oregon.
independence rock • wyoming • sweetwater river • oregon trail • pioneers
Jessie and Her Pathfinder, part 1
Jessie Benton, daughter of Senator Thomas Hart Benton, grew up in Virginia, Missouri, and Washington D. C. At the age of 15 she meets and falls in love with John Charles Fremont. Her parents extract a promise from the young couple to wait one year before marrying.
fremont • john • charles • jessie • benton
Jessie Benton, daughter of Senator Thomas Hart Benton, grew up in Virginia, Missouri, and Washington D. C. At the age of 15 she meets and falls in love with John Charles Fremont. Her parents extract a promise from the young couple to wait one year before marrying.
fremont • john • charles • jessie • benton
More Budget Downtown Vegas Hotels
A look at seven more downtown hotels to consider when planning a trip to Las Vegas on a budget.
vegas • downtown • hotels • cheap • las vegas
A look at seven more downtown hotels to consider when planning a trip to Las Vegas on a budget.
vegas • downtown • hotels • cheap • las vegas
Budget Downtown Vegas Hotels
While prices on the Strip continue to climb, downtown Las Vegas still has great deals for budget travelers.
vegas • downtown • hotels • cheap • las vegas
While prices on the Strip continue to climb, downtown Las Vegas still has great deals for budget travelers.
vegas • downtown • hotels • cheap • las vegas
PRESIDENTIAL CHILDREN: THE HAYES KIDS
Rutherford and Lucy Hayes moved into the White House in 1877. They had children ranging in age from six years old to adult. It was a lively White House. Their children went on to successful careers with many notable accomplishments, including one who received the Medal of Honor.
hayes • fanny • rutherford • lucy • sardi
Rutherford and Lucy Hayes moved into the White House in 1877. They had children ranging in age from six years old to adult. It was a lively White House. Their children went on to successful careers with many notable accomplishments, including one who received the Medal of Honor.
hayes • fanny • rutherford • lucy • sardi
The Election of 1856
The Election of 1856 is an interesting study in just how much the slavery issue had started to affect American politics and how sectionalism would facilitate the coming of the Civil War.
elections • civil war • slavery • politics • douglas
The Election of 1856 is an interesting study in just how much the slavery issue had started to affect American politics and how sectionalism would facilitate the coming of the Civil War.
elections • civil war • slavery • politics • douglas
Cheap Date Ideas for Couples in Seattle
Cheap date ideas for couples are in the Fremont neighborhood. A list includes: Biking Burke Gilman, Kite Hill at Gas Works Park, perfect fish & chips, and just exploring.
date ideas • do in seattle • fish and chips • fish n chips • seattle attractions
Cheap date ideas for couples are in the Fremont neighborhood. A list includes: Biking Burke Gilman, Kite Hill at Gas Works Park, perfect fish & chips, and just exploring.
date ideas • do in seattle • fish and chips • fish n chips • seattle attractions
AN OPEN LETTER: December 1818
This is an open letter from Back East Settlements (B. E. Settlements) to Great American Plains (G. A. Plains), dated December 1818. This letter concerns the births, 1800-1818, of several men whose later lives had major effects on the development of the Great American Plains.
john brown • william mcguffey • jim bridger • john deere • kit carson
This is an open letter from Back East Settlements (B. E. Settlements) to Great American Plains (G. A. Plains), dated December 1818. This letter concerns the births, 1800-1818, of several men whose later lives had major effects on the development of the Great American Plains.
john brown • william mcguffey • jim bridger • john deere • kit carson
Suspense Only Hitchcock Could Create
Alfred Hitchcock was a master of suspense which makes his films the perfect pick for this hauting time of year.
alfred hitchcock • suspense • drama • halloween • rope
Alfred Hitchcock was a master of suspense which makes his films the perfect pick for this hauting time of year.
alfred hitchcock • suspense • drama • halloween • rope
WINTERTIME READING FOR GARDENERS
Winter is a great time for gardeners to catch up on their reading, and these titles deal with various aspects of fruits and fruit growing.
fruits • fruit growing • chickens • insects • plant explorer
Winter is a great time for gardeners to catch up on their reading, and these titles deal with various aspects of fruits and fruit growing.
fruits • fruit growing • chickens • insects • plant explorer
Andy Warhol Exhibition – Two Events
The Hayward Gallery, part of London's Southbank Centre, have listed two exciting public events to expand upon the exhibition "Andy Warhol: Other Voices, Other Rooms".
andy warhol • pecha kucha • brigid berlin • brigid polk • vincent fremont
The Hayward Gallery, part of London's Southbank Centre, have listed two exciting public events to expand upon the exhibition "Andy Warhol: Other Voices, Other Rooms".
andy warhol • pecha kucha • brigid berlin • brigid polk • vincent fremont
Indiana Outlets
Indiana has a variety of outlet shopping opportunites in all corners of the state. Why pay full price?
indiana outlet malls • indiana outlet shopping • indianapolis outlets • fort wayne outlets • hoosier outlets
Indiana has a variety of outlet shopping opportunites in all corners of the state. Why pay full price?
indiana outlet malls • indiana outlet shopping • indianapolis outlets • fort wayne outlets • hoosier outlets
ELECTION SURPRISES: LINCOLN'S 1864 RE-ELECTION VICTORY
In early 1864, many Republicans thought Lincoln would not be re-elected. Lincoln agreed. Learn what happened to change everybody's opinion.
abraham lincoln • andrew johnson • ulysses s. grant • william techumseh sherman • phillip sheridan
In early 1864, many Republicans thought Lincoln would not be re-elected. Lincoln agreed. Learn what happened to change everybody's opinion.
abraham lincoln • andrew johnson • ulysses s. grant • william techumseh sherman • phillip sheridan
Cool Seattle Tours with a Subculture Twist
There are some cool Seattle tours for offbeat, subculture types. Local stories and gossip permeate these fun things to do in Seattle WA.
seattle tour • things to do in seattle • fun things to do • subculture • gay seattle
There are some cool Seattle tours for offbeat, subculture types. Local stories and gossip permeate these fun things to do in Seattle WA.
seattle tour • things to do in seattle • fun things to do • subculture • gay seattle
Dining with Locals at Restaurants in Las Vegas
There is more to Las Vegas dining than gargantuan buffets. Next visit to Sin City, skip the self serve line and eat in one of the local's favourite restaurants.
restaurants las vegas nevada • dining with locals • eating downtown • hash house a go go • triple george grill
There is more to Las Vegas dining than gargantuan buffets. Next visit to Sin City, skip the self serve line and eat in one of the local's favourite restaurants.
restaurants las vegas nevada • dining with locals • eating downtown • hash house a go go • triple george grill
Bents Fort, Colorado, part 1
Bent’s Fort, established in 1833, by William Bent was located on the north side of the Arkansas River in present-day Colorado along the Santa Fe Trail. This branch of the Trail crossed the river near where present-day La Junta, Colorado is located.
bent’s • fort • william • carson • charles
Bent’s Fort, established in 1833, by William Bent was located on the north side of the Arkansas River in present-day Colorado along the Santa Fe Trail. This branch of the Trail crossed the river near where present-day La Junta, Colorado is located.
bent’s • fort • william • carson • charles
Labor Day Harness Racing Winners At Wauseon Ohio
Local and out-of-state trotters and pacers gathered at Wauseon, Ohio for the 151st Fulton County Fair. Complete Labor Day rosters and winners are listed below.
timjon wins fulton county fair race • harness racing wauseon ohio • won more sam takes colt pace at wauseon • shezalilyorphan wins maiden trot at wauseon • royalton star wins at fulton county fair
Local and out-of-state trotters and pacers gathered at Wauseon, Ohio for the 151st Fulton County Fair. Complete Labor Day rosters and winners are listed below.
timjon wins fulton county fair race • harness racing wauseon ohio • won more sam takes colt pace at wauseon • shezalilyorphan wins maiden trot at wauseon • royalton star wins at fulton county fair
U.S. Republican Party on Social Issues
The U.S. Republican Party was founded on the ideals of equality and supported the freedom of slaves, the right of blacks and women to vote and institution of civil rights
republican party social issues • history republican party equal rights • equality • oppose slavery • end of slavery
The U.S. Republican Party was founded on the ideals of equality and supported the freedom of slaves, the right of blacks and women to vote and institution of civil rights
republican party social issues • history republican party equal rights • equality • oppose slavery • end of slavery
Old Fort Benton
The building of the original Fort Benton by the newly reconstructed Missouri Fur Company under the direction of Joshua Pilcher was due to Mexico’s 1821 independence from Spain as well as the continued interest in trapping in the Mexican mountains. The aim of the fort’s owners was to establish trade with the Blackfeet Indians.
fort benton • montana • missouri fur company • joshua pilcher • manuel lisa
The building of the original Fort Benton by the newly reconstructed Missouri Fur Company under the direction of Joshua Pilcher was due to Mexico’s 1821 independence from Spain as well as the continued interest in trapping in the Mexican mountains. The aim of the fort’s owners was to establish trade with the Blackfeet Indians.
fort benton • montana • missouri fur company • joshua pilcher • manuel lisa
Allosaurus: The Different Lizard
This "different lizard" has always been one of my favorite dinosaurs.
allosaurus • carnosaurs • allosauridae • tyrannosaurus • paleontology
This "different lizard" has always been one of my favorite dinosaurs.
allosaurus • carnosaurs • allosauridae • tyrannosaurus • paleontology
Western Outlaws at the Suite 2
The Outlaws continue with the James, Doolin, and Youngers; Tom and Frank McLaury; Ike, Phineas, and Billy Clanton; Doc Holliday, the Earps, and John Behan.
james • doolin • younger • tom and frank mclaury • clanton
The Outlaws continue with the James, Doolin, and Youngers; Tom and Frank McLaury; Ike, Phineas, and Billy Clanton; Doc Holliday, the Earps, and John Behan.
james • doolin • younger • tom and frank mclaury • clanton
Best Cheap Seafood Restaurants in Seattle WA
Some of the best cheap seafood restaurants in Seattle WA are Ivars in Fremont and the Seattle Waterfront. When on a Seattle vacation eat with the locals.
best cheap • seattle seafood • seafood restaurants • restaurants in seattle • in seattle
Some of the best cheap seafood restaurants in Seattle WA are Ivars in Fremont and the Seattle Waterfront. When on a Seattle vacation eat with the locals.
best cheap • seattle seafood • seafood restaurants • restaurants in seattle • in seattle
Best Places in Seattle to Meet New People
The best places in Seattle to meet people over 30 are not usually expensive. Here are some cool fun things to do for making friends with people one's own age.
in seattle • meet people • make friends • best places in seattle • free things to do
The best places in Seattle to meet people over 30 are not usually expensive. Here are some cool fun things to do for making friends with people one's own age.
in seattle • meet people • make friends • best places in seattle • free things to do
Best Seattle Parks by the Water?
Where are the best Seattle Parks by the water? Here's a tourist map for a general overview of Myrtle Edwards, Alki Beach, Magnuson Park, Gas Works, and Green Lake.-
alki • alki beach • fremont seattle • gas works • green lake
Where are the best Seattle Parks by the water? Here's a tourist map for a general overview of Myrtle Edwards, Alki Beach, Magnuson Park, Gas Works, and Green Lake.-
alki • alki beach • fremont seattle • gas works • green lake
Circled Stones and Petroglyphs
Europe isn't the only place you can find ancient civilizations. Located in Utah with many of the same written symbols are beautiful petroglyphs of ancient origin.
utah petroglyph • calendars • temple symbols • fremont indian state park • manti lds temple petroglyphs
Europe isn't the only place you can find ancient civilizations. Located in Utah with many of the same written symbols are beautiful petroglyphs of ancient origin.
utah petroglyph • calendars • temple symbols • fremont indian state park • manti lds temple petroglyphs
Nine Mile Canyon, Eastern Utah, USA
This canyon located in eastern Utah offers vistiors hikes into desert canyons, as well as beautiful petroglyphs.
nine mile canyon • nine mile canyon utah • nine mile canyon ut • nine mile canyon eastern utah • how to get to nine mile canyon
This canyon located in eastern Utah offers vistiors hikes into desert canyons, as well as beautiful petroglyphs.
nine mile canyon • nine mile canyon utah • nine mile canyon ut • nine mile canyon eastern utah • how to get to nine mile canyon
President Benjamin Harrison
Benjamin Harrison's four years in the office of President has been largely forgotten in the century since. His legacy is mixed, despite a strong legislative agenda.
benjamin harrison • sherman antitrust act • sherman silver purchase act • mckinley tariff • william mckinley
Benjamin Harrison's four years in the office of President has been largely forgotten in the century since. His legacy is mixed, despite a strong legislative agenda.
benjamin harrison • sherman antitrust act • sherman silver purchase act • mckinley tariff • william mckinley
The Rise of Benjamin Harrison
Benjamin Harrison, grandson of President William Henry Harrison, climbed quickly up the political ladder, from local politics to national recognition.
benjamin harrison • william henry harrison • indianapolis indiana • united states civil war • dark horse candidate
Benjamin Harrison, grandson of President William Henry Harrison, climbed quickly up the political ladder, from local politics to national recognition.
benjamin harrison • william henry harrison • indianapolis indiana • united states civil war • dark horse candidate
The Rise of the Republican Party and Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln began his political career as a Whig. In 1854, a new party was formed, and Lincoln became its first successful candidate in 1860.
the rise of the republican party • the rise of abraham lincoln • whig party platform • formation of the republican party • john c. fremont
Abraham Lincoln began his political career as a Whig. In 1854, a new party was formed, and Lincoln became its first successful candidate in 1860.
the rise of the republican party • the rise of abraham lincoln • whig party platform • formation of the republican party • john c. fremont
Christopher Houston "Kit" Carson
Kit Carson spent years helping stop the "Indian Uprisings" and to create a safe environment for white American settlers, unfortunately at the expense of native Americans.
kit carson • american frontiersmen • manifest destiny • the battle of adobe walls • indian uprisings
Kit Carson spent years helping stop the "Indian Uprisings" and to create a safe environment for white American settlers, unfortunately at the expense of native Americans.
kit carson • american frontiersmen • manifest destiny • the battle of adobe walls • indian uprisings
Edward F. Beale, Sailor, Adventurer, Explorer (Part 1)
Edward F. Beale is not one of those old west characters who is well-known. Yet he should be. For one, he was the one that carried the news of the California gold strike to Washington D.C. This and many other daring and courageous feats were credited to him as America tamed the west.
edward f. beale • california • san francisco • gold rush • camels
Edward F. Beale is not one of those old west characters who is well-known. Yet he should be. For one, he was the one that carried the news of the California gold strike to Washington D.C. This and many other daring and courageous feats were credited to him as America tamed the west.
edward f. beale • california • san francisco • gold rush • camels
Secret Seattle
Here I share five local hotspots that no visitor to Seattle should miss. From a native who loves to go back again and again, enjoy. Just don't tell anyone.
seattle • alternative • travel • tourism • pacific northwest
Here I share five local hotspots that no visitor to Seattle should miss. From a native who loves to go back again and again, enjoy. Just don't tell anyone.
seattle • alternative • travel • tourism • pacific northwest
The Presidential Election of 1864
Although renominated unanimously, Republicans had strong doubts that Abraham Lincoln would be returned to office given the shift in mood among Northern voters.
election of 1864 • lincoln's reelection campaign • the national unity party of 1864 • george mcclellan the democratic nominee for presid • horace greeley criticizes lincoln
Although renominated unanimously, Republicans had strong doubts that Abraham Lincoln would be returned to office given the shift in mood among Northern voters.
election of 1864 • lincoln's reelection campaign • the national unity party of 1864 • george mcclellan the democratic nominee for presid • horace greeley criticizes lincoln
Best Places in Seattle to Meet People over 40
The best places in Seattle, to meet people over 40, are often filled with all ages. Here are some cheap or free things to do to make friends with seniors and boomers.
making friends • free things • in seattle • meet people • over 40 singles
The best places in Seattle, to meet people over 40, are often filled with all ages. Here are some cheap or free things to do to make friends with seniors and boomers.
making friends • free things • in seattle • meet people • over 40 singles
Cool Seattle Tours for Foodies
Here are some cool Seattle tours for foodies. Most are walking tours and entertain with history and local stories. There are many fun things to do in Seattle WA.
foodie • attractions seattle • downtown hotels seattle • food tours • homes seattle
Here are some cool Seattle tours for foodies. Most are walking tours and entertain with history and local stories. There are many fun things to do in Seattle WA.
foodie • attractions seattle • downtown hotels seattle • food tours • homes seattle
Naval Gunnery in Nelson's Navy
When the British fleet met the combined French/Spanish fleets off Cape Trafalgar one calm sunny day in 1805, they possessed a definite advantage.
naval gunnery in nelsons navy • cannon • naval gunnery • nelsons navy • fighting sail
When the British fleet met the combined French/Spanish fleets off Cape Trafalgar one calm sunny day in 1805, they possessed a definite advantage.
naval gunnery in nelsons navy • cannon • naval gunnery • nelsons navy • fighting sail
Skating in San Francisco Bay Area
Listing of Central California Ice Skating Rinks, Figure Skating and Speed Skating Clubs in the San Francisco Bay Area
where to ice skating in the san francisco bay area • bay area figure speed skating clubs • california ice rinks • outdoor ice skating in california • skate in san francisco
Listing of Central California Ice Skating Rinks, Figure Skating and Speed Skating Clubs in the San Francisco Bay Area
where to ice skating in the san francisco bay area • bay area figure speed skating clubs • california ice rinks • outdoor ice skating in california • skate in san francisco
WHITE HOUSE HEROES, PART II
Webb Hayes was the son of a genuine war hero who became President. Webb was also a war hero in his own right and received the Medal of Honor for "distinguished gallantry" in the Philippines. He was also a close advisor to two Presidents. Read about this interesting historical figure.
hayes • webb • president • lucy • lemonade lucy
Webb Hayes was the son of a genuine war hero who became President. Webb was also a war hero in his own right and received the Medal of Honor for "distinguished gallantry" in the Philippines. He was also a close advisor to two Presidents. Read about this interesting historical figure.
hayes • webb • president • lucy • lemonade lucy
John Steinbeck, Part 2: Steinbeck Festival Celebrates 20 Years
The Steinbeck Festival and the National Steinbeck Center are two destinations that will delight all literary tourists.
john steinbeck • steinbeck festival • national steinbeck center • salinas • california
The Steinbeck Festival and the National Steinbeck Center are two destinations that will delight all literary tourists.
john steinbeck • steinbeck festival • national steinbeck center • salinas • california
MLS News and Injury Report
MLS news and injury report. All sorts of tidbits of information concerning Major League Soccer.
msl • soccer • chicago • colorado • dc
MLS news and injury report. All sorts of tidbits of information concerning Major League Soccer.
msl • soccer • chicago • colorado • dc
LSU, Ohio State Share Common Bonds
The ties that bind go beyond the 2007 Bowl Championship Series title game for LSU and Ohio State. The two teams have an associaton built upon both players and coaches.
ohio state • brian robiskie • terry robiskie • paul dietzel • 2007 bowl championship series title game
The ties that bind go beyond the 2007 Bowl Championship Series title game for LSU and Ohio State. The two teams have an associaton built upon both players and coaches.
ohio state • brian robiskie • terry robiskie • paul dietzel • 2007 bowl championship series title game
Opera and Concert Singer Jessie Bartlett Davis
Billed as America's Representative Contralto, Jessie Bartlett Davis was the singer responsible for the great success of Reginald De Koven's song, Oh Promise Me.
jessie bartlett davis • chicago choir company • buttercup in hms pinafore • siebel in gounod's faust • song oh promise me
Billed as America's Representative Contralto, Jessie Bartlett Davis was the singer responsible for the great success of Reginald De Koven's song, Oh Promise Me.
jessie bartlett davis • chicago choir company • buttercup in hms pinafore • siebel in gounod's faust • song oh promise me
Sam Colt’s Exploding Raft
Sam Colt's exploding 4th of July raft becomes a disaster. His father packs him off to school but it seems Sam is still not through exploding things.
samuel colt • guns • firearms • gunpowder • galvanic battery
Sam Colt's exploding 4th of July raft becomes a disaster. His father packs him off to school but it seems Sam is still not through exploding things.
samuel colt • guns • firearms • gunpowder • galvanic battery
Visit The Neon Museum in Las Vegas, Nevada
The next time Las Vegas beckons spend some time away from the strip and glitz to discover a quieter, more interesting and historical side to Sin City.
visit neon museum • travel las vegas nevada • tour boneyard • old hotel casino signs • sin city
The next time Las Vegas beckons spend some time away from the strip and glitz to discover a quieter, more interesting and historical side to Sin City.
visit neon museum • travel las vegas nevada • tour boneyard • old hotel casino signs • sin city
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