I’ll admit that I don’t really believe in ghosts. All the fuss people make about haunted houses leaves me shaking my head In disbelief. Nonetheless, I learned that the Ghost of Olive Thomas – a once-famous movie star and legendary … Continue reading
One of my favorite parts of doing historical research on inventions is stumbling across connections that are completely surprising. You may know that Hedy Lamarr invented a key part of the technology that makes wifi, GPS and cell phone technology … Continue reading
If I asked you to name the single most beautiful place in America, you might well name Yellowstone National Park. An Act Of Congress created this national treasure in 1872, and it is the oldest National Park in the world! … Continue reading
After the Civil War ended, those African Americans who could vote overwhelmingly supported the Republican Party. Democrats were (rightly) seen as the party that had enforced slavery, discrimination, bigotry, and Jim Crow laws. After Reconstruction ended, neither party did much … Continue reading
Sister Aimee: The Unbelievable But True Tale Of Aimee Semple McPherson You may now know the story of Aimee Semple McPherson – but that is all the more reason to come to this absolutely unique, fascinating multimedia presentation. Sister Aimee … Continue reading