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John “Jumbo” Middlesky, Wrestler
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Images are interesting, but assembling a collection of related images can facilitate research that unearths a story, in this case one about an individual. I’ve been able to acquire several unusual images of this Native American wrestler. Some had captions, others depicted the individual in various poses. The subject was John “Jumbo” Middlesky (also noted
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Old Ferry Boats of California
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When we were young, a ride on a ferryboat was as close as we could come to being a sailor. The magic, myth, and lore of the sea usually fade the same way the desire to be a cowboy or fireman does. This story of California ferryboats could change your mind.
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The SPARS & Dorothy C. Stratton
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At times history happens but goes unnoticed. SPARS may be one such event. Thankfully postcards help us remember how the Coast Guard Women’s Reserve helped win World War II and the Korean Conflict.
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Rejection, How Sweet It Is!
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Often masterworks are misjudged by those who are too busy to recognize genius. These two tales of rejection illustrate the crux of the matter.
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