Category Archives: Scratch Pad

Sam’s Club Awards Grant to Plano Kiwanis

Posted on January 2, 2023 by Allen Mesch

The Plano Kiwanis’ “Books and Buddies” program received a $500 grant from Sam’s Club. The grant, along with Plano Kiwanis funds, will be used to purchase bilingual books that will be given to Head Start children at an open house … Continue reading →

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Charlotte the Elf

Posted on December 17, 2022 by Allen Mesch

As some of you may know, Charlotte is a mischievous elf. She is employed by Santa Claus in his North Pole workshop. During the Christmas season, Charlotte makes unannounced visits to children around the world. Experts have not determined whether … Continue reading →

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The Third Rebellion

Posted on November 28, 2022 by Allen Mesch

The Third Rebellion is a novel about political and social unrest in the United States of America. The book is a work of fiction. The Third Rebellion is not a prediction of future events, a political manifesto, a condemnation of … Continue reading →

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The Forgotten Texas Statesman

Posted on October 12, 2022 by Allen Mesch

The revised and edited version of my biography of Ebenezer Allen is now available from Barnes and Noble Press. Who was this Man? Order Book The Forgotten Texas Statesman for $17.00 from Barnes and Noble Order E-Book The Forgotten Texas Statesman for … Continue reading →

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The Woman King

Posted on September 22, 2022 by Allen Mesch

The Woman King is a must viewing. Viola Davis is her great self. The Woman King is a true story that confirms that the all-female military regiment existed and was called the Agojie or Mino (Our Mothers). The Woman King … Continue reading →

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“Finest non-fiction writing I’ve ever found”

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Allen Mesch

I read Dave Lieber’s online column today where he quotes from World War II correspondent Ernie Pyle. Mr. Lieber called the piece the “finest non-fiction writing I’ve ever found.” Dave gave me permission to share this information. I think that … Continue reading →

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Peace on Earth, Goodwill Toward Men

Posted on December 20, 2021 by Allen Mesch

Our best wishes to you and your families. I hope this holiday that you take time for an extra hug for your family and friends. I hope this holiday you will… Love not hate Leave politics locked in a drawer … Continue reading →

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Books Make Life Richer

Posted on November 29, 2021 by Allen Mesch

On page E1 of the Saturday, November 27, 2021 issue of The Dallas Morning News, Ms. Tyra Damm authored an article entitled “Books expand our world, make life richer.” Ms. Damm is a Briefing columnist for the paper. Her article … Continue reading →

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Burning and Banning Books

Posted on November 26, 2021 by Allen Mesch

The first large burning came on 6 May 1933. The German Student Union made an organized attack on Dr. Magnus Hirschfeld’s Institute of Sex Research. Its library and archives of around 20,000 books and journals were publicly hauled out and burned in … Continue reading →

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Ebenezer Allen Presentation

Posted on October 24, 2021 by Allen Mesch

I was pleased to present my living history talk on Ebenezer Allen – Statesman, Entrepreneur, and Spy on October 20, 2021 at the First Methodist Church of Allen. Thanks to Joann and Richard for all their help.

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