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April is gone and this is the first time since March we've had the time to send out a newsletter. It's a month that a few of us would just like to forget LOL. For us, it was a lot of techy stuff, or as Kathy calls it, "Dog 7s" (when we met, that's what she called cat 5 cables). We moved to a new web server and hosting provider, which ate up half my month with a learning curve. Of course, I didn't accomplish it without completely taking us offline for a few hours (oops). Lesson learned, don't delete things you aren't sure about, especially when it involves telling the world where your website is. One thing about being on the same web server for so many years are all the tweaks you did to make it work. Still tweaking things on the new server, but so far so good. In the process, we've started remodeling our other website, Legends of Kansas, which is long overdue. We hope that all the changes will improve your time on our pages, and we'll be doing additional improvements soon to speed things up more. Of course, we observed the "stay at home" order in Missouri just fine, and I'm happy to report we have toilet paper. I'm looking forward to things getting back to normal, or whatever the new normal will be. We are still looking at a summer adventure to share with y'all, but it may not be what we originally planned, which was the Northeast. I'm sure Kathy will figure out someplace that's "safe" to go, and we'll keep our distance as we explore. Having a travel trailer helps. Kathy and I thank each and every one of you for your continued support over the past 16 years (17 this June!). We wish you all prosperity in the world's recovery, and look to a bright future ahead! Now go wash your hands, you have no idea where I've been. Dave "What does this setting do?" Alexander |
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Here are the recent additions since our last newsletter |
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Lost Treasure in Southern Colorado in 1910 – Artist Frederick M. DuMond tells a story of finding Native American treasures in southern Colorado, only to never find it again. Historic text, submitted by author Richard Panofsky, DuMond’s great-grandson. Bucket List Attraction in Each State – There are great places to see in every state. This is a list of those that many authorities count as the best ones. |
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Kathy's focused on some Geography and more as we expand our Learning Opportunities. United States Maps – Maps, while recognized as “the most important tool in geography” are also a popular and effective resource for teaching history and can extend into many other subjects including science and literature. State Capitols in the United States – A summary of each state capital city in all 50 states of the U.S. Includes a free downloadable map. The United States Flag – History & Facts – The flag acts were clear as to what was to appear on the flag and the colors that were to be used, but not how they should be arranged. United States Wildlife – In the United States, wildlife is as diverse as the landscape. Washington Geography – Washington, in the extreme northwestern comer of the United States was formed from part of the Oregon Territory in 1853 and became the 42nd state. (includes printable maps) |
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The U.S. Poster displays all of the official United States symbols as well as other well-recognized icons across the country. This map poster was exclusively designed by and for Legends of America. Size 11x17" is printed on semi-glossy, 48 lb paper. Made right here in Missouri, USA! Take 10% with coupon code "News10" in cart view. |
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Amana Colony – The Community of True Inspiration |
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From our 2014 Journey through Iowa... The Amana Colony, a historic utopian society located in the rolling hills of Iowa’s River Valley, was established shortly before the Civil War by a group of German-speaking European settlers who belonged to a religious group known as the Community of True Inspiration. Here, they began a communal system of living in seven different villages, which encompassed over 20,000 acres of land. |
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A Day’s Drive With Montana CowboysBy Rufus Fairchild Zogbaum, 1885 |
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Softly outlined in dark masses, a wall in the east against the clear sky, over which the first faint flush of early morning is slowly stealing, height upon height, rise the mountains. Gray in the shadow of still lingering night, the wide plain stretches at their feet. In the blue dome above, the stars, going to rest after their nocturnal vigil over the slumbering earth, extinguish their shining lanterns one by one, and the moon, veiling her mild face in the fleecy folds of a soft, low-lying white cloud, is slowly sinking below the horizon, as if fleeing in maiden modesty before the ardent gaze of the coming sun god. |
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Promotes Throat Soothing - Howling Wolf Tea has traditionally been used to moisturize the throat. Promotes throat comfort for singers, Pow Wow drummers, and the overworked throat that comes from too much Howling and celebrating. Made by Nuwati Herbals right here in Missouri U.S.A. Take 10% off all teas from Nuwati when you use coupon code "News10" in cart view. |
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Native American Symbols, Pictographs & Petroglyphs |
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Native American symbols were like words and often had one or more definitions and/or contained different connotations. Varying from tribe to tribe, it can sometimes be difficult to know their meanings, while other symbols are very clear. With the multiple languages spoken by Native American tribes, symbols or “picture writing” was often used to convey words and ideas. Symbols were also used to decorate homes, were painted on buffalo hides, and recorded important events of the tribe. |
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Pontiac, Illinois – City of Swinging Bridges |
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One of Route 66’s Red Carpet Corridor Communities, Pontiac has much to offer for the Route 66 Roadie and the history buff alike. Prior to the coming of white men, the plains around Pontiac were home to Illinois, Potawatomi, and Kickapoo Indians. There were a few traders of European descent who traveled through the territories prior to the arrival of the first settlers in about 1829. Livingston County was established by an act of the Illinois congress in February of 1837 and within no time, a commission met and selected a site that was owned by three early Pontiac settlers. |
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Popular Stories on Facebook |
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In case you missed it, here are some of the articles that have been popular on our Facebook Fan Pages recently. |
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Alpine Loop National Backcountry Byway, Colorado - Many of the area mining towns boomed when the railroad brought mobility and transportation to Lake City. Now, only the skeletons of these ghost towns remain along the Alpine Loop National Backcountry Byway. |
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Legend of the White Buffalo - There are several variations, but all are meaningful and tell of the same outcome. Have communication with the Creator through prayer with clear intent for Peace, Harmony, and Balance for all life living in the Earth Mother. |
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What our Readers are saying: |
This is the kind of American history that I like and appreciate. I’m a first time subscriber, and I’m eagerly looking forward to your next issue. - Douglas, Newsletter Subscriber.
For everyone concerned, they should listen to Hank William Jr’s Song called Gibbonsville Gold. That is what brought me to this excellent page. Thank you. - Jared (Ref: Gibbonsville – Mining Camp to Bedroom Community )
Wonderful page you have here! I have found more intaglios around the Riply intaglios that are not mentioned, it is difficult to get to, and I have even found quite a few more around Cibola Lake on the AZ. side of the river. These appear to be very ancient and are difficult to locate, but one of these Int, is over 200 ft. ... I tried searching for info, anything on this location. Came up empty. I only share with those that truly have the heart to preserve this lost history... - Vinnie (Ref: Blythe Intaglios – Nazca Lines in California )
Looking at the Natchez Trace map and having been through the area, has anyone ever considered that the mounds may have served a very practical purpose for navigation? Seems to me if you were not all that familiar or got off the trail that if mounds served as beacons then navigation guided by smoke columns could be useful to get trading groups from one settlement to another. The mounds may be being higher than treetops in their useful period appear to be placed in logical spots upon well-established trails which would have worked like their freeway system to move goods and people about the continent. - Joseph (Ref: Mound Builders of Mississippi ) |
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