By Mary Sikora If you were asked what you know about John Quincy Adams, what would you say? Many would recall his parentage and his rise to the presidency. Even though he had already served as a diplomat in several European countries, few would link him to the Treaty of Ghent that ended the War of 1812. At the […]
By Roy Nuhn Columbus spent two decades in search of financing for his scheme to sail westward to reach the rich Far East. However, this pales in comparison to the centuries it took for him to become recognized as a hero throughout the United States. (In some people’s eyes, Columbus is seen today as less than a hero.) Nevertheless, […]
Welcome Loralie to Florence Grand Opening Friday, Oct. 21 This delightful antique mall has moved into the old Iron Gate location. The new owner Rena Pryorbizzybeehoney@wildblue.net is excited to be part of the Florence, Colorado antique scene. (See page 22 for the Florence antique shops.) Some of the fun antiques you will find at Loralie’s include advertising signs, tools, primitive railroad, […]
By Anne Gilbert Q. This martini glass is part of a set of six that were a wedding gift to my late Parents in the 1950s. They are signed “Steuben” in script on the bottom rim. I know that Steuben glass was expensive at that time. What can you tell me about this unusual design, Steuben glass and the current value? […]
By Anne Gilbert Whether you call it treen or woodenware, turned wood objects have come a long way from their functional, humble beginnings. Over the centuries they have evolved into a variety of decorative forms. Many are now displayed in museum collections. Before Americans set their tables with pottery, porcelain and pewter, there were plates, bowls and mugs made from […]
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