Do you love me? I love you!
Wednesday, March 21st, 2007
The Quick and Dirty
Sitting Bull is arguably one of the most famous Native American chiefs in the history of The West.
After years of fighting and slaughtering (on both sides), Sitting Bull had a vision of defeating the US army as they entered is territory to fight.
Shortly thereafter the vision came true when Lieutenant-Colonel George A. [...]
Posted in History | Comments Off
Tuesday, March 20th, 2007
This post is dedicated to the one and only Asa Davis.
The Quick and Dirty
Rob Roy Macgregor was a Scottish cattleman turned outlaw who lived from 1671 to 1734.
His career as an outlaw began after an assistant ran off with money paid to him from the Duke of Montrose, causing the deal to go sour.
He is [...]
Posted in History | Comments Off
Monday, March 19th, 2007
The Quick and Dirty
He was known by most as an Academy-award winning actor who was well-received by legendary directors such as Alfred Hitchcock and Frank Capera.
He was generally accepted as the icon for the typical American good guy. This is showcased well when Bugs Bunny imitates Jimmy when doing his “Aw Shucks” routine.
He was one [...]
Posted in History | Comments Off
Saturday, March 17th, 2007
The Quick and Dirty
She is a Pulitzer prize winning writer and architectural critic for the New York Times.
She is most notably recognized for her sharp insights and elegant command of the English language.
On the demolition of Penn Station:
“And we will probably be judged not by the monuments we build but by those we have [...]
Posted in History | Comments Off