Monthly Archives: February 2016

Popular Phrases and Slang

Most all of us use phrases and slang to some degree. Let’s face it, they make our communications more colorful, interesting, and attention-getting. Shakespeare used a great many in his writings and even made up a few himself “Something is rotten in Denmark,” “My kingdom for a horse,” “That which … Read More

Indiana Music and Entertainment Museum Launches New Gallery

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Music and Entertainment Museum (IMEM) will open its new gallery space at Wheeler Arts, 1035 Sanders Street, Suite 202 in Fountain Square.  IMEM will hold its first open house on First Friday, March 4, from 7-10 p.m. Admission is free. There will be live music featuring Daryl … Read More

100 Years Ago This Week: Feb. 26-March 3

From The Indianapolis News, Wednesday, March 1: An ordinance is being prepared to provide for the clarification and pasteurization of all milk sold in Indianapolis. Dr. Herman G. Morgan, city board of health secretary, says the measure will revolutionize the present distribution of milk and milk products to the consumer. … Read More

World War 1 100 Years Ago: Feb. 26-March 3

Representatives of European nations are negotiating contracts with food manufacturers in Indianapolis and vicinity to supply canned meats and vegetables for consumption by the Allied forces in the trenches of France and Flanders. If the contracts are signed, as expected, Indianapolis will become one of the largest food supply points … Read More

Treasure Hunt, Part 2

Vicki mentioned watching a series on the History Channel called “The Curse of Oak Island” about the recent effort of the Lagina brothers. I said. “I’ve been fascinated by the Oak Island Money Pit ever since I was a teenager!” The show has rekindled my interest. Ten years after I … Read More