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Category Archives: Scratch Pad
Inside the Rash of Unexplained Deaths at Fort Hood by May Jeong
May Jeong has written an in-depth analysis of the rash of unexplained deaths at Fort Hood. The story appears in the July/August 2021 issue of Vanity Fair. I enthusiastically recommend this article. I played a small role in the story … Continue reading
The Third Rebellion
The Third Rebellion is a novel about political and social unrest in the United States of America. The Third Rebellion is not a prediction of future events, political manifesto, condemnation of American society, denunciation of a political party, or call … Continue reading
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April 18 – National Columnists Day
Today April 18 is National Columnists Day. Dallas Morning News columnist Dave Lieber picked the date. On that day in 1945, the “finest columnist of the 20th century” was killed in battle. Lieber celebrated the day and the man in … Continue reading
Ebenezer Allen and Texas Annexation
I am pleased to announce that the Texas History Blog has published my post on Ebenezer Allen’s role in Texas’ annexation to the United States. The post explains Allen’s work as Secretary of State ad interim in Anson Jones’ cabinet. … Continue reading
Ebenezer Allen Day – April 8, 2021
Today, April 8, 2021, the City of Allen Texas celebrates the 217th birthday of its namesake Ebenezer Allen. Continue reading
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Places to Buy Ebenezer Allen – Statesman, Entrepreneur, and Spy
Several people have asked where they can purchase a copy of Ebenezer Allen – Statesman, Entrepreneur, and Spy. I have compiled the following list for your information. Ebenezer Allen – Statesman, Entrepreneur, and Spy is now available at these stores: … Continue reading
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What’s Your Writing Instrument?
What instrument do you use to write? Continue reading
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Ebenezer Allen Day
Proclamation by Mayor of Allen, Texas declaring April 8, 2012, as “Ebenezer Allen Day.” Continue reading
Commentaries
I have added a new section on commentaries. The site has links to essays on a variety of topics. I look forward to your thoughts and suggestions.
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