October 2, 1999
I was listening to the radio at work today, and was surprised to hear from an old friend. Not someone I had personally met, but one that through the movies I had come to know and admire. He hasn't been around for a while, and after visiting today's FamSite you will find out why. But the imp... continue reading...
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tom laughlin August 6, 1999
"Warp nine, Mr. Sulu".
Those words, and many more like them bring back memories of a television show from the 1960's that has achieved cult status, and then some. "Star Trek" is one of the best known and most watched television shows of all time. The cast and characters are some of the best-k... continue reading...
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watched television June 29, 1999
To anyone who grew up in the 1950's, there is one artist who personified the era. No, I don't mean Elvis, or Jerry Lee Lewis. The one I am referring to had such an impact that today, 40 years after his death, his impact is still felt in the music we hear.
His name is Budd... continue reading...
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plane crash June 22, 1999
I was listening to the radio today, and heard a sound that I hadn't heard for years. It was the theme from the movie "Hair", as sung by a 1960's rock group. But what surprised me was that it wasn't a recording, but that group singing it live in the studio of a nationally syndicated radi... continue reading...
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web page June 9, 1999
Today we again take up our tour of the men who have led this country through good times and bad times, through war and peace. The FamSite today continues our tour of American Presidents.
The President Benjamin Harrison Home is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. It is th... continue reading...
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william henry harrison May 20, 1999
Yesterday the Family Site of the Day visited one of the most visited homes in our country, one that is instantly recognized by just using its name. Today we will go to another highly visited home in our nation, one that is also known by using just it's name... Graceland.
Graceland... continue reading...
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stamps April 11, 1999
I have been reviewing sites in the past that were oriented towards younger visitors to cyberspace. Today I have one that the young set can share with their grandparents. It will bring back memories of dancing cheek to cheek under the moonlight, while the music played softly in the ... continue reading...
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world war 2 October 26, 1998
Mention Paul McCartney to anyone, and the answer you get will most likely depend on the age of the person you are asking. Those of us that are chronologically challenged will remember him as one of the Fab Four. Younger people may remember him as that chap who toured with the group Wings. Curr... continue reading...
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