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Why do a Rare book Catalog? Fun, Profit or Branding?

I recently read an article on the need to do a rare book catalog.  after reading Rick Gekoski’s article I was surprised I began questioning the value myself.  I have sent out half a dozen catalog’s over the years with limited success.  I have found it fun and interesting to collect, save and or acquire [...]

Thomas Jefferson was a very remarkable man who started learning very early in life and never stopped.

Thomas Jefferson was a very remarkable man who started learning very early in life and never stopped. � At 5, began studying under his cousin’s tutor. � At 9, studied Latin, Greek and French. � At 14, studied classical literature and additional languages. � At 16, entered the College of William and Mary. � At [...]

Rare photo of slave children found in NC attic

By NICOLE NORFLEET, Associated Press Writer – Thu Jun 10, 11:50 pm ET RALEIGH, N.C. – A haunting 150-year-old photo found in a North Carolina attic shows a young black child named John, barefoot and wearing ragged clothes, perched on a barrel next to another unidentified young boy. Art historians believe it’s an extremely rare Civil War-era photograph of children who were [...]

John Pugh’s amazing 3D Murals

A mural is usually known as a large picture painted or affixed directly on a wall or ceiling.  John Pugh is a specialist in 3D Murals.  His breathtaking 3d murals are now on show at various places around the world.    By fully integrating his art into the architecture, the viewer is perplexed as to where reality begins. [...]

I’m a legal American citizen and I must show my ID when:

I’m a legal American citizen and I must show my ID when: 1.  Pulled over by the police 2.  Making purchases on my department store credit card. 3.  When I show up for a doctor’s appointment. 4.  When filling out a credit card or loan application. 5.  When applying for or renewing a driver’s license [...]

Gifts for Mom – Mother’s day is coming

Women of the Book of Mormon By Heather Moore An ideal gift to share with mothers, sisters, and friends, this refreshing and engaging book offers new insights into the temporal and spiritual lives of our ancient sisters. Explore the lives, circumstances, and choices of women in the Book of Mormon in this …

A THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

A couple of months in the laboratory can save a couple of hours in the library. -Frank H. Westheimer, chemistry professor (1912-2007)

A THOUGHT FOR TODAY:

No sooner is the rage of hunger appeased than it becomes difficult to comprehend the meaning of starvation. It is only when you suffer that you really understand. -Jules Verne, science fiction author (1828-1905)

Atlantic Bottle Nose Dolphins mud-ring Hunting/feeding

Truly amazing nature. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ArsoMcVi5MM

Someone in your life today needs a reminder . . .

A seminary professor was vacationing with his wife in Gatlinburg , TN. One morning, they were eating breakfast at a little restaurant, hoping to enjoy a quiet, family meal. While they were waiting for their food, they noticed a distinguished looking, white-haired man moving from table to table, visiting with the guests. The professor leaned [...]