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Forgotten Landmark-Bailey Theater and Broom's Arcade, Tallulah, LA
Last Updated on Sunday, 7 August 2011 10:59 Written by caddofl Sunday, 7 August 2011 10:59
The Bailey Theatre and Broom’s Arcade, an early indoor shopping mall, were constructed in 1925. The mall was only one hall wide with stores on either side, much like the malls of today, but much smaller. The mall is accessible from from the street at both ends of the building.
The entrance to the theater is framed by 1920’s Art Deco reliefs based on Aztec designs. This is also evident above the entrance to the arcade.
Eccentric Literary Landmark- Jackson-Dexter House, Newburyport, MA
Last Updated on Saturday, 6 August 2011 06:11 Written by caddofl Saturday, 6 August 2011 06:11
201 High Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts (Image from Microsoft Bing 8/2011)
This house was built in 1771. This was once the lavish residence
of “Lord” Timothy Dexter. Lord Timothy, Newburyport’s self- titled eccentric,
cluttered his estate with statues of the great, his own included. He beat his wife for not giving vent to
sufficient grief at a mock funeral held for himself. But his “lordship” was far
from crazy. He gained a good portion of his wealth by buying up depreciated
Continental currency. He made a tidy profit out of a cargo of warming-pans
sent, with every appearance of lunacy, to the West Indies, and there snapped up
for molasses ladles. He published in 1802 a book called Pickles for the Knowing Ones, in which all the punctuation appeared
at the end of the book as pages of commas and periods, bearing the unique
caption “Salt and Pepper to Taste.”
[From American Auto Trails-Massachusetts' U.S. Highway 1]
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Alaska State Historic Sites and Parks
Last Updated on Friday, 21 January 2011 02:22 Written by lyn Friday, 21 January 2011 02:22
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Rhode Island State Historic Sites and Parks
Last Updated on Friday, 21 January 2011 02:13 Written by lyn Friday, 21 January 2011 02:13
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The Official Rhode Island State Parks App It’s official! Rhode Island finally has a State Park app for all you outdoor enthusiasts. Find your favorite places with ease and get up-to-date park news and events all in one app. It is filled with features that make it easier to explore every state park in Rhode Island. And if that isn’t enough, check out the social networking section where you can follow us on Twitter and Facebook and leave comments while on the trail. But the best part about our app is that it is FREE! Download yours now and explore Rhode Island! |
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Celebrating 100 Years! 1909 – 2009 On President Abraham Lincoln’s 100th birthday, February 12, 1909 the Metropolitan Park Commission of Rhode Island authorized the purchase of Rhode Island’s first state park- Lincoln Woods. In 100 years since, Rhode Island State Parks have evolved from a visionary plan to a statewide network of historic and magnificent green spaces and greenways devoted to the public enjoyment of the outdoors. More information and history can be found by clicking here. |
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| Campground Reservation System The Department of Environmental Management is pleased to announce ReserveAmerica will be providing our reservation system for all five Rhode Island State Campgrounds. Reservations will be available online, through the call center and through our existing system of walk-in camping. To make a reservation through the ReserveAmerica call center please call 1-877-RICAMP5 (you must include the 1-877 to reach the call center) and to make reservations online Click Here. If you wish more information about ReserveAmerica Click Here. |
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| Rhode Island Great Outdoors Pursuit This years Great Outdoors Pursuit was a blast for all our teams and staff. Thanks again to our sponsors and partners! The Pursuit is a twelve-week contest that enables teams to decode clues, discover state parks and join in fun activities and challenges – all for a chance to win prizes. Why play the game? Reconnect with the great outdoors, Discover Rhode Island’s beautiful State Parks, Explore nature and the environment, Enjoy free outdoor activities and Learn how to be more active and live healthy. We look forward to seeing everyone again in the spring for the 2011 Great Outdoors Pursuit. Click here to see this years summary’s and learn more about the pursuit. |
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