Articles related to "Late 1800"



Fishing the Dry-Fly; Part One of Two
The history of the dry fly in it's self is quite interesting. Using the dry fly is a challenge that can be mastered.
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American Architecture 1860-1920
The series continues with an exploration some of America's most flamboyant architectural styles and periods... the Stick Style to Classical Revival.
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Beer Tours and Festival in San Francisco
Beer tours are fun attractions on return trips to San Francisco with one of the oldest known brewing companies, and a fun international festival this spring.
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Bangkok's Top 10 Temples
When visiting Bangkok, everyone visits Wat Phra Kaew ( the Temple of the Emerald Buddha) and Wat Arun (the Temple of Dawn), but there are many other good temples to see.
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Lark Rise to Candleford - book review
This book describes life in a small English hamlet at a time of change, a time when the lives of the labouring rural poor were changing due to the effects of industry and mechanisation.

Black Armband History
Efforts to acknowledge the truth about the Aboriginal holocaust are always dismissed as "black armband history".
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Easter Island
Here is a theory about why the giant statues were constructed.
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What is a Concert Band?
While orchestras are still seen as the upper crust of music performance, concert bands make up the vast majority of performing ensembles in the U.S. Find out why here!
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American Folk Songs- Wanderers
The music of wandering travelers and railroad hobos is all but forgotten in this age of rock and roll. Much of our modern music has its roots in traditional folk singing.
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And You thought Chintz Was Just Wallpaper!
The re-emergence of popular Chintzware and reproductions are fueling the latest collecting trend.
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Award Winning Writer Libba Bray
Libba Bray has written three extremely successful books for young adults, but that is hardly the most interesting part of her life.
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British Columbia Roadtrips, Canada
Get outside of cities like Vancouver and Victoria to experience the gorgeous countryside of British Columbia.
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Broken Gourds by Beresford McLean
This article is a review of Broken Gourds by Beresford McLean.
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Fun Dog Facts
Dogs are perhaps the most popular pet in America. Check out these interesting, and sometimes funny, facts to see how much trivia you know about man's best friend.
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Kansas Charlie’s Disease
Kansas Charley is a bed-wetter. He is beaten at the orphanage for this. It is believed that circumcision can cure what he is told is a 'disease.'
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Puerto Rico – Making A Comeback
Back to reclaim their place as one of the world’s most sought after coffees, Puerto Rican coffee growers are marketing their beans on the Internet.
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Review: The Man From The Creeks
Robert Service fans familiar with his poem, "The Shooting of Dan McGrew," will delight in this novel that explores the characters in Service's original story.
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Satellites See Kasatochi Eruption
An explosive eruption occurred at Kasatochi Volcano (52.18ºN, 175.51ºW) on the afternoon of August 7th, 2008, sending volcanic ash and gas 35,000 feet into the atmosphere
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The Literary voice of Charles W. Chesnutt
African American fiction writers owe Charles W. Chesnutt a debt of gratitude. Called an innovator and commentator Charles W. Chesnutt's literary voice during 1899 – 1905...
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War Hawks and Doves: A "Muster" for American Women Writers
A literary salute ("muster") to women writers from the late 1800's to the late 1930's who wrote stories which contained incredible historical context related to wars and depressions and women's struggles.
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Writing Using Sarah, Plain and Tall
Integrate your pioneer unit with the novel Sarah, Plain and Tall (Patricia MacLachlan, HarperCollins, 1985) to teach letter writing to kids.
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Yellow Ware: A Brief Article on Today's Hot Collectable
A brief piece on the popular pottery collectable called yellow ware.
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A Brief History of Coffee
While tea is probably consumed by more people around the world, coffee runs a close second with its own fanatical following.
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A Northwest Wine Primer, Part 2
A continuation and overlap of the first thumbnail sketch of Pac NW wine history, this one covering Prohibition to current situations.
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A Profile in American Natural Wine
Tucked away in a small corner of Sonoma County, Tony Coturri makes wines naturally. That is, his methods are so old they're new again.
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A Tidbit of This, a Tidbit of That...
Did you ever wonder where the word "mascot" originated? Do you know how mascots came about? Or have you ever wondered what was the weirdest of the mascots or the most used symbol of them all? Read this article to read to find a tidbit of this, a tidbit of that...
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Aboriginal Holocaust
Exploring international indigenous genocide, specifically regarding the similarities between American and Australian Aboriginal holocausts.
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Aboriginal Massacres
Tyson Yunkaporta, Aboriginal Rights, examines common themes between Australian and American Aboriginal massacres
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Alternative Things To Do In New York
Like any major city and popular tourist destination there is plenty to do in New York, but activities come at a price.
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Book Review - The Burning of Her Sin
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Call of the Wild Relevant Today
Celebrated adventurer, Jack London, vividly tells the brutal story of Buck. Betrayed by the gardener's helper, Buck is sold into slavery as a sled dog, Yukon, Alaska.
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Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet's Dracula Story
Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet presents Bram Stoker's Dracula story at Queen Elizabeth and Royal Theatres.
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Classic Fantasy Author William Morris
This week’s article is about classic Fantasy author William Morris.

Coffee From Puerto Rico
Its coffee right from the pages of your history book.
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Common Meals in Russia
Russian people, like many other cultures, typically enjoy three meals a day: zavtrak or breakfast, obed or lunch, and uzhin or dinner.
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Five Books for Girls Ages 8-11
It is often difficult to find reading material for girls in the 3rd to the 5th grade. Girls between the ages of 8 and 11 often read far above the elementary level.
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Ghosts of Hotel Del Coronado, CA
Hotel Del is a legendary resort on a peninsula in Southern California. It is said that the Ghost of a young women resides at this beachfront haven.
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Ghosts! Haunted Capitol Building
Haunters include statesmen, a military officer, an architect, one assassin and several former employees in addition to the feline, DC.
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History of German Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest -that ubiquitous autumn festival- has a history and a charm that has been overshadowed by the beer that bears its name. Here's a glance into its past...
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History San Jose, a Family Fun Getaway
History San Jose remains as a unique and fun attraction where families may engage in different ways of learning about the local California history.
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How to Make the Best Martini
Who invented the martini? What is Vermouth? What is a dry Martini? What is a perfect martini? What is the recipe for a classic martini? Answers available at the bar.
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Jack London-Voice from the Past
Perhaps born illegitimately, the colorful, flamboyant and perhaps tragic life and demise of Jack London still speaks to us today.
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Jacob Wirth German Restaurant in Boston MA
Jacob Wirth Restaurant is a historic Boston institution that has served hearty German food and beer hall ambiance since 1878.
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Kansas Charley Becomes an Orphan
Kansas Charlie: plagued with bed-wetting, father commits suicide, not released from orphanage at age twelve.
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Meyer Lemon Olive Oil
What do you get when you cross a Meyer Lemon and a Tuscan Olive? Lemon olive oil. Bliss! Really good extra-virgin olive oil is already a perfect thing. This is better.
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Meyer Lemons the Glory of a Winter Kitchen
When life (or a relative) gives you lemons, make lemon cookies, roast a capon, or toss up Haphazard Gourmet pasta. Meyer lemons are versatile, delicious winter citrus.
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Pet Friendly Lodging Big Sky, MT
Big Sky, Montana is a Rocky Mountain ski resort area near Yellowstone National Park. Pet friendly lodging welcome the family dog or cat to travel along on vacation.
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September Festivals in Wisconsin
Wisconsin is a popular getaway destination and beautiful fall color drive. Fall festivals in Wisconsin cherish the state's ethnic diversity. Schedule updated for 2008.
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South American Music
Salsa, Samba, Bossa Nova, Afro-Peruvian...these are all some of South America's musical genres that you will learn about here.
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Summerlee Industrial Heritage Museum-Coatbridge, Scotland
A review of summerlee heritage park in coatbridge, scotland. A surprisingly good day out
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