February 1 National Freedom Day Black History Month February 2 Groundhog Day February 4 George Washington elected the first President of the united States of America (1789) Founding of the USO (1941) February 5 1971 – Astronauts land on the moon in the Apollo 14 (insignia pictured) mission. February 7 1962 – The United States bans all Cuban imports and […]
By Rachel Hoffman In the depth of the subconscious mind, everyone wants to collect and preserve something. Collecting objects is one of the oldest forms of human activity. A normal child is born with a collecting “instinct.” Every boy’s box of stamps, coins, and toy cars confirms this notion — as does every girl’s jewelry box or shelf of dolls […]
By Michael Remas The Holiday of Love, that ancient custom that keeps Cupid busy linking the world’s lovers, is upon us again – Valentine’s Day. Men buy greeting cards, flowers and chocolates for their sweethearts, the gals select ties for their fellows, and kids send valentines to their “secret pals,” favorite teachers and parents in a custom that will find […]
By Anne Gilbert During the 1920s and thirties English sporting prints were a status symbol and cost several hundred dollars. If you had the original oil prices were in the thousands. Hundreds of prints and restrikes were made, These days they are still being made and prices can range from $20 t0 $100 depending on the quality and the subject. […]
By Myrl Prather February is a month chock full of days for us to celebrate, one way or another. There is Valentine’s Day, which is a happy day for all. Lovers of all sorts, sweethearts, friends, etc., remember each other with flowers, candy and beautiful cards on this romantic occasion. Then, there are days honoring Presidents Washington and Lincoln, those […]
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