Tagged With "Alexander Hamilton"
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Re: Intriguing Laumeier Sculpture Park, Saint Louis, Missouri
I bet the dogs had more fun than you did!
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Re: Intriguing Laumeier Sculpture Park, Saint Louis, Missouri
Ha-ha, they did have a good time Thanks for the comment.
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Re: More Life at the Edge: What’s in a Name?
A little more...I've just been criticized for not recognizing those who took other names to protect themselves from an oppressive government (Lenin comes to mind) or a gender barrier (George Sand) or to allow political debate without reference to personality (Publius, the name used by Jay, Hamilton and Madison in writing the Federalist papers). And then there's Martin Gardner; I've just finished reading his autobiography (titled Undiluted Hocus Pocus) in which he reveals that he occasionally...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, April 14, 2015: Canada’s original safari – African Lion Safari in Hamilton Ontario
Southwest of Toronto, about one and half hours of driving, Canada’s original safari – African Lion Safari -- is situated near the city of Hamilton, Ontario. The 20 hectare wild life park has a slogan of,...
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The Colby Trophy Room, Museum of Science, Boston (Where Gumbo was #116)
Gumbo was visiting the interesting Museum of Science in Boston. It's especially a great museum to explore with children, but fun for everyone! There are many fascinating exhibits and demonstrations that take a full day to...
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Skopje: Macedonia's surprising rebuilt capital
Macedonia, a former Yugoslav republic, and original home of Alexander the Great, has just invested a lot of money—many think too much—in rebuilding its capital city of Skopje, and trademarking its ancient hero, which it thinks Greece has...
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Poland: "working to make Chopin a tourism brand"
These days, "branding" is a big issue in tourism, and tourist promotion agencies are looking for brands they can promote. Just as Skopje, Macedonia (see NewsLink just before this one) is branding itself as the hometown of Alexander the Great, Poland...
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A Rambler in Portland, Oregon
A few days in Portland, spending more time wandering the streets than the big sights, but finding plenty to see.
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New name for U.S. highest mountain
It's hard times for famous Americans these days. Either Hamilton or Jackson is slated to lose his place on the money, and Ohio's William McKinley has now lost his spot on the tallest mountain in the U.S. It's now officially to be called Denali, a...
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Historic Trinity Church, New York: Where Gumbo Was (#118)
Manhattan’s Trinity Church is one of the oldest Episcopal parishes in North America, but its church is a relative newcomer, built during the Gothic revival of the mid-19th century. No wonder most of the guesses placed it far away and in an...
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May 4, 2018: Glencoe Massacre Monument, Scotland
Ian Cook shares a detailed history of the story of the Massacre in Glencoe Scotland, whose monument we visit in our Pic of the Day.
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Ontario's worst road: Have you been on it?
Canada's Auto Association is holding an (un)popularity contest for bad roads in hopes of spurring repairs and improvements.
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Alexander Keith's Nova Scotia Brewery, Halifax (Where Gumbo Was #274)
Gumbo was visiting Halifax's historic brewery, founded by Alexander Keith in 1820. It is one of the oldest surviving commercial breweries in North America.
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Norwegian enters Canada-to-Caribbean market
Canada is the next stop for the discount airline that's been expanding rapidly.
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Visiting John Steinbeck country. 2) Salinas: the National Steinbeck Center
John Steinbeck is one of the greatest writers in American history and certainly a favorite of mine. This is the second installment in a series describing my visit to John Steinbeck country. In part one we looked at John...
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The Whitney Museum, New York City
Jonathan L takes us along to one of his favorite smaller art museums in New York City, dedicated to modern and contemporary art by American artists.
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737 MAX crisis ends Norwegian Ireland-America routes
The grounding of the 737 MAX used on Norwegian's Ireland-based flights to North America has resulted in a shutdown of those routes.
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10 honeymoon destinations in new zealand
If you want to move away from mainstream honeymoon destinations like Bali, Thailand and do something out-of-the-box, consider honeymooning in New Zealand. Words fall short when we describe how ethereal this destination is as a perfect honeymoon spot. There is endless variety of tourist attractions, some stunning views and much more. Whether you want to simply enjoy a laid back vacation at the beach, indulge your senses with the stunning scenery or drown knee-deep in the delectable cuisine...
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Studebaker National Museum, South Bend Indiana
Jonathan L takes us on a tour of classic cars at the Studebaker National Museum in South Bend IN
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Interesting destinations for the journey
"Hands supporting the Golden Bridge" between the sky and Da Nang Golden Bridge is a new project in Thien Thai garden, in Ba Na Hills tourist area (Da Nang) which has just opened to welcome visitors in early June. Located halfway between the mountains, the bridge makes visitors surprised. Walking along the bridge, visitors will feel like walking in the clouds or like "stray into the realms of the future". Zhangjiajie National Park, China Located in the northwest of Hunan Province, China,...
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Wallace, Idaho: From mining town to "Center of the Universe"
I've driven past the picturesque town of Wallace, Idaho (population about 800) many times and had always been drawn to the historic buildings and beautiful setting. I remember telling my wife that someday we needed to exit and explore the town,...
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Prague hosts premiere of missing Mozart work
A press conference in Prague Tuesday will feature a long-lost work jointly written by Mozart and his rival Salieri. It was found in a Prague museum.
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Ultra budget, NewLeaf Travel, offering bargain Canadian airfares
Ultra budget fares coming to Canada in February.
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Re: Prague hosts premiere of missing Mozart work
Fascinating. Thanks for posting. My family and I have watched the film Amadeus at least two dozen times, and always supposed the Salieri poisoning was dramatic confabulation.
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Re: Prague hosts premiere of missing Mozart work
It had always seemed suspicious to me, but I had never known that it was Pushkin who earned a Parson Weems award for this one! Well, it certainly worked out well for F. Murray Abraham!
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May 25, 2020: 1921 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost (Copper), Reno
DrFumblefinger enjoyed this beautiful and rare one-of-a-kind customized Rolls Royce, its body made of solid copper.
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The Dekum Building, Portland, Oregon
PHeymont fell in love with this classic Portland building that almost gave way to a parking garage in the 1970s.
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Virginia Museum of History and Culture, Richmond
George G reveals the amazing variety of objects, art and more that are on view in Virginia's history museum.
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A Historical Walking Tour of Bellefonte, Pennsylvania
Stephanie visits some of the historic landmarks in her Pennsylvania hometown.
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Alexander Calder at MOMA
Jonathan L visits a very empty MOMA to see its Alexander Calder exhibit
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Columbia International College
Some reasons you might want to consider the Columbia International College for your educational needs (sponsored content)
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Qantas' wild 'pay-in-points' auction
Australia's flag airline calls in millions of points for, among other things, retired A380 bed seats and a charter flight.
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Australia's Whitsunday Islands
Hiking, cycling, sailing - the Whitsunday Islands have it all. Barry Barford shares what's on offer.
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National Museum of the American Indian, in NYC
Jonathan L visits the New York City branch of the National Museum of the American Indian
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Confederation Beach Park, Hamilton, Ontario
On a cross-border jaunt from Buffalo, Samantha finds a memorable park, and completes her collection of all five Great Lakes
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Taking a New Year’s Digital Detox in Texas
Looking for a way to relax from the often-busy pace of life in the Lone Star state? Consider a nice day at a spa (sponsored content)
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The Paterson Museum, New Jersey
Paterson, New Jersey has a richer history than most people know, but not all of it is to be seen at its local museum
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Lowell National Historical Park
A look at many aspects of American industry and working life at one of the key sites in their development
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Scottish Castle Accommodation, Plockton
This imposing Scottish Highland castle built in the 19th century is set in 38 acres of beautiful, wooded grounds in a stunning coastal setting.
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Harbor Defense Museum, Fort Hamilton
On one of the nation's oldest active military bases, a small museum tells the story of coastal artillery and more
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U.S. Customs House, Battery Park, NYC (Where Gumbo was #110)
Sometimes you make a plan to see something, but don't get there for a long time. And sometimes you have no plan at all, and just find something worth seeing. The latter happened to me a couple of weeks ago. I was left with time to kill in Lower...
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America's Most Endangered Historic Places
The National Trust for Historic Preservation posts its annual list of the most endangered sites.
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Intriguing Laumeier Sculpture Park, Saint Louis, Missouri
Join Samantha on a visit to an outdoor art venue filled with unusual works.
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Air Canada adds Landline routes
Air Canada is teaming up with bus operator Landline to provide direct connections from two smaller cities to Toronto Airport
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Beautiful Royal Botanical Gardens, Hamilton, Ontario
While visiting Niagara Falls, Samantha and her husband took a day trip to Hamilton, Ontario and its Royal Botanical Gardens
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Wickham House, Richmond, Virginia
George G visits the Wickham house in Richmond, historic home of a colorful attorney who defended and helped acquit Aaron Burr.
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Air Canada throws regional airports a Landline
Air Canada regional passengers now have a Landline bus connection to long-distance flights at Toronto
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Britain's National Rail Museum, York
Britain's National Railway Museum is under renovation and expanding but is still an amazing display of history and technology