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Adventure Gold Prospecting for Fun and Profit
History has recorded the American national experience known as the Gold Rush in California and Alaska. By early 1849, gold fever was an epidemic.
prospecting for gold • hobby or vacation • real adventure • stake a claim • treasure of sierra madre
History has recorded the American national experience known as the Gold Rush in California and Alaska. By early 1849, gold fever was an epidemic.
prospecting for gold • hobby or vacation • real adventure • stake a claim • treasure of sierra madre
Towns on the Plains: An Introduction, part 2
On April 22, 1889, at noon, present-day Oklahoma was opened to white settlers. Long before that date folks started arriving ready to stake their claims. For what was called the Oklahoma Land Rush homesteaders and a lot of other kinds of folks, including Indians, gathered by the thousands.
oklahoma land rush • homesteaders • indians • horseback • wagons
On April 22, 1889, at noon, present-day Oklahoma was opened to white settlers. Long before that date folks started arriving ready to stake their claims. For what was called the Oklahoma Land Rush homesteaders and a lot of other kinds of folks, including Indians, gathered by the thousands.
oklahoma land rush • homesteaders • indians • horseback • wagons
Iguazu Falls
The Iguazu Falls are one of the natural wonders of the world and are one of the most spectacular sights on the continent.
iguazu falls • brazil tours • argentina tours • iguazu falls on the border of paraguay • waterfall paraguay
The Iguazu Falls are one of the natural wonders of the world and are one of the most spectacular sights on the continent.
iguazu falls • brazil tours • argentina tours • iguazu falls on the border of paraguay • waterfall paraguay
Injuries a worrying trend for men's tennis
Pat Rafter is out for what will likely be the rest of the year on the ATP Tour, as a result of his shoulder injury failing to heal. He will now miss out on a chance to represent Australia in the Davis Cup final against France in December. The injuries which are currently plaguing the ATP tour is a worry for men's tennis.
injury • atp tour • pete sampras • pat rafter • results
Pat Rafter is out for what will likely be the rest of the year on the ATP Tour, as a result of his shoulder injury failing to heal. He will now miss out on a chance to represent Australia in the Davis Cup final against France in December. The injuries which are currently plaguing the ATP tour is a worry for men's tennis.
injury • atp tour • pete sampras • pat rafter • results
Claire Keenan Wins Edge Hill Prize
Claire Keegan's 'Walk the Blue Fields' has won the second Edge Hill University Short Story Prize at a ceremony held at the historic Bluecoat Centre in Liverpool.
edge hill university short story prize • claire keegan • walk the blue fields • faber and faber • amanda notarianniduring
Claire Keegan's 'Walk the Blue Fields' has won the second Edge Hill University Short Story Prize at a ceremony held at the historic Bluecoat Centre in Liverpool.
edge hill university short story prize • claire keegan • walk the blue fields • faber and faber • amanda notarianniduring
DVD Review: Enchanted
Disney references its past (in a good way this time), with a kids' movie that feels like the Disney of old...
enchanted dvd • enchanted • amy adams • patrick dempsey • susan sarandon
Disney references its past (in a good way this time), with a kids' movie that feels like the Disney of old...
enchanted dvd • enchanted • amy adams • patrick dempsey • susan sarandon
Early Exploration of California
It is believed that the name "California" derived from a Spanish novel, Las Sergas de Esplandian, written in the 15th-century. The book told of a mythical island located
california • spanish • amazon • gold • hernando de alarcon
It is believed that the name "California" derived from a Spanish novel, Las Sergas de Esplandian, written in the 15th-century. The book told of a mythical island located
california • spanish • amazon • gold • hernando de alarcon
England Beat Germany in Berlin
Once again England demonstrated the steady progress they are making under Fabio Capello with an outstanding 2-1 victory over Germany in the Olympic Stadium.
england beat germany in berlin • fabio capello’s england defeat germany in the olym • germany 1 england 2 • david james john terry and gareth barry • second in the fifa standings
Once again England demonstrated the steady progress they are making under Fabio Capello with an outstanding 2-1 victory over Germany in the Olympic Stadium.
england beat germany in berlin • fabio capello’s england defeat germany in the olym • germany 1 england 2 • david james john terry and gareth barry • second in the fifa standings
Harald Hardrada
Harald Hardrada was the last of the great Viking Kings. He would meet his end in England.
harald hardrada • fulford gate • stamford bridge • tostig godwinson • varangian guard
Harald Hardrada was the last of the great Viking Kings. He would meet his end in England.
harald hardrada • fulford gate • stamford bridge • tostig godwinson • varangian guard
Jimbaran Bay, Bali
From sunbathing and water sports during the day, to the excellent dining options at night, Bali's Jimbaran Bay is not to be missed.
jimbaran bay • bali • beach • sunset • seafood
From sunbathing and water sports during the day, to the excellent dining options at night, Bali's Jimbaran Bay is not to be missed.
jimbaran bay • bali • beach • sunset • seafood
Lisbon - Possibly Europe's Most Exciting City
There's a good reason why so many people are beginning to flock to Lisbon. The City is witnessing a creative renewal and there has never been a better time to visit.
iberia • capital • portugal • fado • reggae
There's a good reason why so many people are beginning to flock to Lisbon. The City is witnessing a creative renewal and there has never been a better time to visit.
iberia • capital • portugal • fado • reggae
Ready, Set, Date!
A popular new dating service, SpeedDating, seduces singles with the seven-minute date.
dating • speeddating • speed dating • singles • blind date
A popular new dating service, SpeedDating, seduces singles with the seven-minute date.
dating • speeddating • speed dating • singles • blind date
Vontae Davis NFL Draft Prospect
This junior comes from NFL bloodlines as he is the younger brother of San Francisco 49ers tight end Vernon Davis another physical specimen (must run in the family).
vontae davis • 2009 nfl draft • nfl draft prospects • oakland raiders draft • cornerback
This junior comes from NFL bloodlines as he is the younger brother of San Francisco 49ers tight end Vernon Davis another physical specimen (must run in the family).
vontae davis • 2009 nfl draft • nfl draft prospects • oakland raiders draft • cornerback
Archie McPhee Is The Place To Be For All Things Weird & Wacky
"Outfitters Of Popular Culture"
archie mcphee • seattle • washington • store • internet
"Outfitters Of Popular Culture"
archie mcphee • seattle • washington • store • internet
Barbareek's Father
This is the first article in the series on Barbareek, a great warrior who is now worshipped in many temples across India. It begins with the marriage of his paternal grandparents in strange circumstances. It goes on to describe the birth of his father and ends with the search for a bride for his father.
barbareek • pandu • lakshagrah • bhim • hidimba
This is the first article in the series on Barbareek, a great warrior who is now worshipped in many temples across India. It begins with the marriage of his paternal grandparents in strange circumstances. It goes on to describe the birth of his father and ends with the search for a bride for his father.
barbareek • pandu • lakshagrah • bhim • hidimba
Beloved: Toni Morrison
Toni Morrison's Pulitzer Prize winning novel "Beloved" is named best American fiction of the past 25 years by the "New York Times"
beloved • toni morrison • best novel • best fiction • new york times
Toni Morrison's Pulitzer Prize winning novel "Beloved" is named best American fiction of the past 25 years by the "New York Times"
beloved • toni morrison • best novel • best fiction • new york times
Business Class Across the Atlantic
American, British Airways, Eos, and Virgin Atlantic already won the battle for slots between NY and London. But how do they attract customers? Business class.
american airlines • british airways • eos • virgin atlantic • business class
American, British Airways, Eos, and Virgin Atlantic already won the battle for slots between NY and London. But how do they attract customers? Business class.
american airlines • british airways • eos • virgin atlantic • business class
Canada's New Stampede: Diamonds
Mineral-rich, the Northwest Territories became the center of exploration for the prized stones. Canada is now the third-largest diamond producer in the world.
diamond mining in canada • canadian diamond mines • diamonds found in canada 1960s • diamond exploration canada 1980s • diamonds in northwest territories
Mineral-rich, the Northwest Territories became the center of exploration for the prized stones. Canada is now the third-largest diamond producer in the world.
diamond mining in canada • canadian diamond mines • diamonds found in canada 1960s • diamond exploration canada 1980s • diamonds in northwest territories
Colonial Wars
The French and Indian War was the colonial representation of the same forces and tensions that were taking place in the European Seven Years' War.
crucible • .revolutionary war • war • wiliamsburg • french and indian war
The French and Indian War was the colonial representation of the same forces and tensions that were taking place in the European Seven Years' War.
crucible • .revolutionary war • war • wiliamsburg • french and indian war
Cowboys on a dinosaur ranch?
Is the newspaper industry going the way of T. Rex with a two-pack-a-day habit?
new century network • newspapers • world wide web • online newspapers • washington post
Is the newspaper industry going the way of T. Rex with a two-pack-a-day habit?
new century network • newspapers • world wide web • online newspapers • washington post
English Civil War
The death of Henry I in 1135 and the confusion over the succession that followed split the political community and sowed the seeds of civil war in England
english civil war • political coup • self interest • king henry • king stephen
The death of Henry I in 1135 and the confusion over the succession that followed split the political community and sowed the seeds of civil war in England
english civil war • political coup • self interest • king henry • king stephen
Forbidden Territory: Exploring Gay "Frontiers"
In the latter half of the 18th century, such luxuries as gay support groups were non-existent. In Michael Jensen's novel, we witness how differently the issue of sexual identity confusion was addressed.
frontiers • sodomy • homosexual rape • gay • unmarried
In the latter half of the 18th century, such luxuries as gay support groups were non-existent. In Michael Jensen's novel, we witness how differently the issue of sexual identity confusion was addressed.
frontiers • sodomy • homosexual rape • gay • unmarried
Gassy Jack, Founder of Gastown
Explore the history of Captain John "Gassy Jack" Deighton, the famous saloon owner.
captain john gassy jack deighton • founder gastown vancouver bc • historic neighbourhood maple tree square • famous globe saloon owner • granville township
Explore the history of Captain John "Gassy Jack" Deighton, the famous saloon owner.
captain john gassy jack deighton • founder gastown vancouver bc • historic neighbourhood maple tree square • famous globe saloon owner • granville township
Heart of Darkness - Review
Required reading offers insight into British Empire building and the development of psychology as a science through narrative perspective of human motivation.
heart of darkness • joseph conrad • college reading lists • literary classics • psychology
Required reading offers insight into British Empire building and the development of psychology as a science through narrative perspective of human motivation.
heart of darkness • joseph conrad • college reading lists • literary classics • psychology
Introduction to Historical Markers in Arizona
Arizona's historical marker system is dormant, but the state has no lack of markers and landmarks. From ancient pueblo ruins to Route 66 kicks, it's all in Arizona.
arizona historical markers • arizona historic markers • arizona national register of historic places • arizona national historic sites • arizona national historic landmarks
Arizona's historical marker system is dormant, but the state has no lack of markers and landmarks. From ancient pueblo ruins to Route 66 kicks, it's all in Arizona.
arizona historical markers • arizona historic markers • arizona national register of historic places • arizona national historic sites • arizona national historic landmarks
Invisible Men ???
<img src="/files/topics/18058/files/jays%20logo.bmp"><br> The Story of the 2003 Toronto Blue Jays
the 2003 • toronto bluejays • no hype • no press • no nationally
<img src="/files/topics/18058/files/jays%20logo.bmp"><br> The Story of the 2003 Toronto Blue Jays
the 2003 • toronto bluejays • no hype • no press • no nationally
John Bratt's Trails of Yesterday
This autobiography tells the story of a real life cattle driver in western Nebraska, Wyoming, and the Dakota Territories during the latter part of the 1800s.
john bratt • trails of yesterday • cowboys life in midwestern u.s. • cattle drives in nebraska • dakota territories
This autobiography tells the story of a real life cattle driver in western Nebraska, Wyoming, and the Dakota Territories during the latter part of the 1800s.
john bratt • trails of yesterday • cowboys life in midwestern u.s. • cattle drives in nebraska • dakota territories
John Terry Appointed England Captain
Fabio Capello has selected John Terry as his England captain. After considering other members of the squad,Terry will lead England into the World Cup qualifying games.
john terry captain of england • fabio capello appointsa terry as england captain • terry beats rioferdinand to england captaincy • terry to captain england against czech republic • terry to lead england in world cup qualifying game
Fabio Capello has selected John Terry as his England captain. After considering other members of the squad,Terry will lead England into the World Cup qualifying games.
john terry captain of england • fabio capello appointsa terry as england captain • terry beats rioferdinand to england captaincy • terry to captain england against czech republic • terry to lead england in world cup qualifying game
Jude Law. . .more than a pretty face
Jude Law is one of the movie industry's finest young actors. We take a look at three of his best movies to date: Wilde, The Talented Mr.Ripley and Enemy at the Gate.
jude law • matt damon • joseph fiennes • ed harris • gwyneth paltrow
Jude Law is one of the movie industry's finest young actors. We take a look at three of his best movies to date: Wilde, The Talented Mr.Ripley and Enemy at the Gate.
jude law • matt damon • joseph fiennes • ed harris • gwyneth paltrow
Kaslo, British Columbia
A description of the Village of Kaslo, located on the western shore of Kootenay Lake.
kaslo • ss moyie • sternwheelers • kootenay lake • mining towns
A description of the Village of Kaslo, located on the western shore of Kootenay Lake.
kaslo • ss moyie • sternwheelers • kootenay lake • mining towns
Louis Riel, Father of Manitoba
Manitoba joined the Dominion of Canada on July 15, 1870 on terms originally negotiated by Louis Riel.
louis riel • manitoba • red river rebellion • dominion of canada • 1870
Manitoba joined the Dominion of Canada on July 15, 1870 on terms originally negotiated by Louis Riel.
louis riel • manitoba • red river rebellion • dominion of canada • 1870
Nate Campbell Interview
Lightweight champion Nate Campbell discusses his upcoming fight with Joan Guzman and explains how his own unique style evolved
an interview with nate campbell • formula for success • nate campbell joan guzman • nate campbelljuan diaz • nate campbell joel casamayor
Lightweight champion Nate Campbell discusses his upcoming fight with Joan Guzman and explains how his own unique style evolved
an interview with nate campbell • formula for success • nate campbell joan guzman • nate campbelljuan diaz • nate campbell joel casamayor
Redefining Relative Truth
Postmodernism often equals the relativity of truth. Find out how this can be true in a Christian context. Make sure you read the quote.
relativity • relative • jesus • god • christianity
Postmodernism often equals the relativity of truth. Find out how this can be true in a Christian context. Make sure you read the quote.
relativity • relative • jesus • god • christianity
San Andres and Providencia
Often overlooked by travellers to South America, the islands of San Andres and Providencia offer visitors sun, eco-tourism and shopping.
caribbean beaches • colombia's islands • english puritans in the caribbean • nicaragua claims colombian islands • johnny cay san andres
Often overlooked by travellers to South America, the islands of San Andres and Providencia offer visitors sun, eco-tourism and shopping.
caribbean beaches • colombia's islands • english puritans in the caribbean • nicaragua claims colombian islands • johnny cay san andres
Secretariat and Affirmed at Stud
Triple Crown champions Affirmed and Secretariat won best two-year-old and best three-year-old Eclipse Awards. They raced in the same decade, but took different paths.
secretariat at stud • affirmed at stud • secretariat 1973 hoy • affimed hoy awards • affirmed secretariat eclipse awards
Triple Crown champions Affirmed and Secretariat won best two-year-old and best three-year-old Eclipse Awards. They raced in the same decade, but took different paths.
secretariat at stud • affirmed at stud • secretariat 1973 hoy • affimed hoy awards • affirmed secretariat eclipse awards
Sevigny Releases Fashion Line
Chloe Sevigny is one of the latest celebrities to embark on a fashion line - celebrity designers since 2003 include Stefani, Parker, Jovovich-Hawk and Sienna Miller.
celebrity fashion • chloe sevigny • humberto leon • opening ceremony • womens fashion
Chloe Sevigny is one of the latest celebrities to embark on a fashion line - celebrity designers since 2003 include Stefani, Parker, Jovovich-Hawk and Sienna Miller.
celebrity fashion • chloe sevigny • humberto leon • opening ceremony • womens fashion
Siblings Fighting Over Toys
A common point of contention among siblings is toys. Toy ownership is often called into question, as are the rules regarding sharing and turn taking.
siblings fighting over toys • understanding toy ownership • siblings sharing toys and taking turns • exceptions to sharing rules special toys • children negotiate sharing issues
A common point of contention among siblings is toys. Toy ownership is often called into question, as are the rules regarding sharing and turn taking.
siblings fighting over toys • understanding toy ownership • siblings sharing toys and taking turns • exceptions to sharing rules special toys • children negotiate sharing issues
Squirrely Neighbors
Living with squirrels can be frustrating but there are perks - like plenty of photo ops
squirrels • backyard wildlife • rodents
Living with squirrels can be frustrating but there are perks - like plenty of photo ops
squirrels • backyard wildlife • rodents
Sugarland Hits New Chart Peak
Country duo Sugarland earns its first #1 on the "Billboard" Top 200 in the second week of release for its critically acclaimed third album "Love On The Inside."
sugarland country music love on the inside hits #1 • sugarland love on the inside trades places on bill • all i want to do first single country radio • jennifer nettles duet with bon jovi who says you c • sugarland and beyonce duet irreplaceable american
Country duo Sugarland earns its first #1 on the "Billboard" Top 200 in the second week of release for its critically acclaimed third album "Love On The Inside."
sugarland country music love on the inside hits #1 • sugarland love on the inside trades places on bill • all i want to do first single country radio • jennifer nettles duet with bon jovi who says you c • sugarland and beyonce duet irreplaceable american
The Burrowing Owl, or Ground Owl
The Burrowing Owl, or Ground Owl, Athene cunicularia, stands out from other owls of the Americas because it nests in the ground and is active during the day.
burrowing owl athene cunicularia • ground north south america • nest burrow tunnel grasslands • nesting breeding hunting diet • endangered threatened special concern
The Burrowing Owl, or Ground Owl, Athene cunicularia, stands out from other owls of the Americas because it nests in the ground and is active during the day.
burrowing owl athene cunicularia • ground north south america • nest burrow tunnel grasslands • nesting breeding hunting diet • endangered threatened special concern
The Film Releases of October 2008
In October, movie screens will be graced by stars such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Edward Norton and Colin Farrell, plus a new film from Guy Ritchie
film releases october 2008 • body of lies dicaprio • norton farrell pride and glory • brolin george w bush oliver stone • rocknrolla guy ritchie
In October, movie screens will be graced by stars such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Edward Norton and Colin Farrell, plus a new film from Guy Ritchie
film releases october 2008 • body of lies dicaprio • norton farrell pride and glory • brolin george w bush oliver stone • rocknrolla guy ritchie
The Human Obsession with Gold
The mad rush for gold has transformed once remote areas of South America and Asia into boomtowns, but the price of getting it has gone beyond digging holes in the ground.
the human obsession with gold • spanish conquistadores • hernan cortes • the peruvian andes • la rinconada
The mad rush for gold has transformed once remote areas of South America and Asia into boomtowns, but the price of getting it has gone beyond digging holes in the ground.
the human obsession with gold • spanish conquistadores • hernan cortes • the peruvian andes • la rinconada
The Revenger's Tragedy Film
A cast including Eddie Izzard, Christopher Ecclestone and Derek Jacobi camp and snarl their way through Middleton's violent and satirical revenge tragedy.
revenger's tragedy film • revenge tragedy • eddie izzard • christopher ecclestone • derek jacobi
A cast including Eddie Izzard, Christopher Ecclestone and Derek Jacobi camp and snarl their way through Middleton's violent and satirical revenge tragedy.
revenger's tragedy film • revenge tragedy • eddie izzard • christopher ecclestone • derek jacobi
The Texas Longhorns Will Be National Champs
After going 12-1 a season ago and being shut out of the National Title game, the Texas Longhorn's Football team is looking to take the top spot in 2009.
texas longhorns • big 12 football • college football • national championship game • colt mccoy
After going 12-1 a season ago and being shut out of the National Title game, the Texas Longhorn's Football team is looking to take the top spot in 2009.
texas longhorns • big 12 football • college football • national championship game • colt mccoy
Watchmen' Lawsuit Threatens Movie Release
The Watchmen movie trailer premiered at ComicCon in San Diego last July, instantly igniting fan fervor. Why haven't we seen more advertising for this film?
watchmen movie lawsuit • alan moore graphic novels • watchmen trailers • alan moore movies • characters of watchmen
The Watchmen movie trailer premiered at ComicCon in San Diego last July, instantly igniting fan fervor. Why haven't we seen more advertising for this film?
watchmen movie lawsuit • alan moore graphic novels • watchmen trailers • alan moore movies • characters of watchmen
Abilene, Kansas, part 1
Timothy F. Hersey, a migrant from Illinois, was the first settler to claim land near the site of the future Abilene. In July of 1857, he staked a claim on the bare west bank of Mud Creek just north of the Smoky Hill.
abilene • kansas • plains • hersey • smoky hill
Timothy F. Hersey, a migrant from Illinois, was the first settler to claim land near the site of the future Abilene. In July of 1857, he staked a claim on the bare west bank of Mud Creek just north of the Smoky Hill.
abilene • kansas • plains • hersey • smoky hill
Agassi on top, but is he a tennis great?
Andre Agassi is the new US Open champion, and world number 1. Agassi won against veteran Todd Martin in a 5 set thriller, coming back from 2 sets to 1 down. The win has arguably confirmed him as the best player of 1999, with wins at the French and US Open's, as well as a finalist spot at Wimbledon. Agassi has now won 5 grand slams, and looks set to win more. But former world number 1 Jimmy Connors has questioned the notion that Agassi be considered one of the game's greats.
agassi • sampras • rafter • us open • wimbledon
Andre Agassi is the new US Open champion, and world number 1. Agassi won against veteran Todd Martin in a 5 set thriller, coming back from 2 sets to 1 down. The win has arguably confirmed him as the best player of 1999, with wins at the French and US Open's, as well as a finalist spot at Wimbledon. Agassi has now won 5 grand slams, and looks set to win more. But former world number 1 Jimmy Connors has questioned the notion that Agassi be considered one of the game's greats.
agassi • sampras • rafter • us open • wimbledon
An Evening with Jimmy Webb - Part Three
Read the final installment and hear what Jimmy Webb has to say about the art of songwriting and the state of that art today, including looking to the future and the past.
songs • songwriters • lyrics • lyricists • composers
Read the final installment and hear what Jimmy Webb has to say about the art of songwriting and the state of that art today, including looking to the future and the past.
songs • songwriters • lyrics • lyricists • composers
Betta Electrical Sandown 500
Lowndes and Muller loom as Bathurst contenders after winning a thrilling Sandown 500 from Holden's Mark Skaife and Todd Kelly.
lowndes • betta electrical • ford • v8 supercar • sandown
Lowndes and Muller loom as Bathurst contenders after winning a thrilling Sandown 500 from Holden's Mark Skaife and Todd Kelly.
lowndes • betta electrical • ford • v8 supercar • sandown
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