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This day in history - December 28
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seamusTX »
Sun Dec 28, 2008 1:33 pm
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1917 - The New York Evening Mail newspaper published an essay entitled A Neglected Anniversary by H.L. Mencken.
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Yeah. In fact, part of the reason that we subscribed was that I used to get the NYT at no cost, and my wife became addicted to the crossword puzzle....
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Sun Dec 28, 2008 5:08 pm
Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, DUI
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seamusTX »
Sat Dec 27, 2008 8:49 am
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The adult niece of a Galveston County sheriff deputy allegedly took his county-owned vehicle for a joyride Friday and crashed at the intersection of...
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Sounds like a little too much egg nog was consumed...
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Sat Dec 27, 2008 9:44 am
This day in history - December 24
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seamusTX »
Wed Dec 24, 2008 6:45 pm
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1914 - During the first year of World War I, British, French, and German troops along the front lines spontaneously declared a truce. They shared...
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That's the one. I played it again just now, and choked up just the same way I always have.
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Last post by LarryH
Fri Dec 26, 2008 9:00 pm
Feral dog shooting policy
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seamusTX »
Thu Dec 25, 2008 6:28 pm
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The town of Ferris, southeast of Dallas, published a directive authorizing police officers to shoot aggressive feral dogs:
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+1 Kythas.
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Last post by kirock7
Fri Dec 26, 2008 7:40 pm
Forgotten History: Christmas Bay
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seamusTX »
Thu Dec 25, 2008 5:53 pm
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San Luis Pass is the channel between the west end of Galveston Island and the mainland.
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Yeah, there was that much erosion.
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Fri Dec 26, 2008 6:50 pm
Merry Christmas To All
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bigolbigun »
Mon Dec 22, 2008 12:15 am
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Wishing all of you and your families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. With all that's going on in the world it is easy to get distracted...
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I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas
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Last post by Captain Matt
Fri Dec 26, 2008 2:59 pm
This day in history - December 26
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seamusTX »
Fri Dec 26, 2008 10:17 am
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1799 - At a memorial service for the recently deceased George Washington, Col. Henry Lee, then a congressman, uttered the famous epitaph, First in...
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Dec. 26 1955: My little brother was born! :mrgreen:
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Last post by flintknapper
Fri Dec 26, 2008 2:21 pm
The Op-Ed the New York Times Wouldn’t Run
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The Annoyed Man »
Wed Dec 24, 2008 1:40 pm
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December 23, 2008 - by Bob Owens
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Well this election is like a story book ending.. Or rather like a TV series....
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Last post by Morgan
Fri Dec 26, 2008 11:52 am
Man shot, didn't know it
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seamusTX »
Thu Dec 25, 2008 6:40 pm
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You would think that if you were shot, you would know it.
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Some would even say the cat's meow . :roll:
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Last post by flintknapper
Thu Dec 25, 2008 11:02 pm
All-time favorite playthings
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Sodbuster »
Sat Dec 20, 2008 12:22 am
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In the spirit of the season as it relates to wild-eyed kids and their visions of sugarplums, I was hoping everyone that cared to might chip in with...
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I forgot all about Laser Tag!! My sisters got that for Christmas though, I was still to young I guess.. I did get the stuff when it all broke though...
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Last post by Bunkins
Thu Dec 25, 2008 1:16 am
Be careful who you hang around with
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OverEasy »
Wed Dec 24, 2008 12:37 pm
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If this girl's parents told her this when she was growing up, she should have listened to them.
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Among many other things, My Momma (RIP) always told me that, You are known by the company you keep . That statement is as true today as it was a half...
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Last post by Oldgringo
Wed Dec 24, 2008 10:45 pm
Run away very fast from any link w/ "cup" in the link
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atxgun »
Tue Dec 23, 2008 12:35 am
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It is not funny, it is completely vile, do not click on any link that involves cup in the url.
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I know what you're talking about, but have yet to see it.
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Last post by Fangs
Wed Dec 24, 2008 12:26 pm
9 Inch Nails vs. Uncle Sam
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Sodbuster »
Wed Dec 10, 2008 5:45 pm
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I heard on the radio this morn that the (punk?) rock band 9 Inch Nails was protesting the Feds' use of one of their songs down at Gitmo as a...
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I don't think royalties for an audience of a 100 or so guys would amount to much.
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Last post by TDDude
Tue Dec 23, 2008 2:45 pm
Neat Pics and article on Somali pirates
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TxD »
Fri Dec 19, 2008 3:01 pm
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Keeping low to avoid being shot, a sailor lights a Molotov cocktail before throwing it at Somali pirates trying to board his ship.
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If there were, you'd never know.
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Last post by agbullet2k1
Tue Dec 23, 2008 11:07 am
Good Samaritan law gets murkier in California
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seamusTX »
Fri Dec 19, 2008 10:30 am
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A divided California Supreme Court ruled that a so-called Good Samaritan can be sued for causing further harm to people that he or she tries to...
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ugghhhh!
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Last post by Liberty
Tue Dec 23, 2008 8:16 am
Bagpipes
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flb_78 »
Sat Dec 20, 2008 12:51 pm
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In an effort to keep the other thread clear, I shall post in this thread...
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There is not a prettier song anywhere, no matter what it is play on. :thumbs2:
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Last post by bryang
Mon Dec 22, 2008 5:09 pm
When Asked Personal Info - Do You Comply?
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Abraham »
Fri Dec 05, 2008 9:03 pm
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Radio Shack was the first retailer I can remember asking for my name, address, phone number, etc., when all I wanted was to buy a battery and leave....
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A business can pretty much decide on its own terms for payment. You can accept them, negotiate, or go somewhere else.
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Last post by seamusTX
Mon Dec 22, 2008 12:35 pm
Happy Chanukkah!
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iratollah »
Sun Dec 21, 2008 4:02 pm
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Happy Chanukkah!
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ברוך אתה ה' א‑לוהינו מלך העולם, אשר קדשנו במצותיו וצונו להדליק נר (של) חנוכה אמן
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Last post by nitrogen
Sun Dec 21, 2008 11:25 pm
This day in history - December 21
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seamusTX »
Sun Dec 21, 2008 11:10 am
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1620 - The Pilgrims arrived at Plymouth Rock. This date is often considered the beginning of British settlement of North America.
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Also on this day in history, a group of outnumbered guerrilla warriors triumphed over an evil invading heathen empire.
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Last post by iratollah
Sun Dec 21, 2008 3:55 pm
What to do with your extra money
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seamusTX »
Sat Dec 20, 2008 6:49 pm
The organization Helping a Hero, with partners in the building industry, provides houses (homesteads under Texas law) for injured veterans. These men...
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Last post by seamusTX
Sat Dec 20, 2008 6:49 pm
Salvation Army will fire officer for marrying outside...
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Russell »
Thu Dec 04, 2008 10:43 pm
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.... the organization.
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It's his forum, he can take any single part of any amendment he likes.
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Last post by DoubleJ
Fri Dec 19, 2008 5:44 pm
What do you know about Tx Supplemental Peace Officer Course
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by
Originalist »
Thu Dec 18, 2008 11:32 am
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I am currently taking the supplemental peace officer course offered through classen-buck.com. So far the course has been pretty easy and I know I...
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rlol Uh, my computer is missing the h key.... :-)
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Last post by Originalist
Fri Dec 19, 2008 2:23 pm
Proof that you can be sued for anything
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FlynJay »
Thu Dec 18, 2008 2:29 pm
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Unfortunately, I have seen travesties of justice such as this actually prevail.
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Last post by DoubleJ
Fri Dec 19, 2008 12:26 pm
Bizarre crime - eggbeater burglary
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seamusTX »
Thu Dec 18, 2008 12:29 pm
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Tampa -- Two burglars armed with a pistol and a knife entered a home before dawn December 14 and demanded an eggbeater. When the burglars obtained...
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Perhaps they are afficianados of Eggnog? (I have no idea if I spelled that right or not)
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Last post by Purplehood
Fri Dec 19, 2008 9:56 am
Pet peeves outdoors
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Sodbuster »
Thu Nov 27, 2008 12:28 pm
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We can always learn from the perspectives of others, and I was just wondering what folks' # 1 pet peeve might be about the behavior of others when it...
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If you're ever in Carlsbad NM, check out the one there. Three screens, and a snack bar that's better than any fast food place.
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Last post by KD5NRH
Thu Dec 18, 2008 8:35 pm
Gonna get chilly tonight
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Bunkins »
Sun Dec 14, 2008 9:28 pm
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Wow, 14 degree's right now with a -3 wind chill, supposed to get down to 9 degree's :shock:
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Don't try this at home.
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Last post by boomerang
Thu Dec 18, 2008 8:01 pm
Man On Fire For Real
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casingpoint »
Mon Dec 15, 2008 2:12 pm
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Minus all the drama, just the cold reality:
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Just talked to a buddy deployed to the border. He was trained by Batista. He said kidnapping is a constant problem, everyone from tourists and...
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Last post by fn/form
Thu Dec 18, 2008 4:08 pm
From the NRA: How to install a Home Security System
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BlackWidow »
Tue Dec 16, 2008 7:51 pm
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1. Go to a second-hand store and buy a pair of men's used size 14-16 work boots.
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Good idea. Hope the perps can read.
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Last post by Purplehood
Wed Dec 17, 2008 4:54 pm
Ever Been On A Canned Hunt?
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Abraham »
Tue Dec 09, 2008 2:13 pm
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I haven't, but think I'd feel, well, odd...
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haha thx, that helmet was just one small part of what would have been a full suit of foil armor.
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Last post by TexasComputerDude
Wed Dec 17, 2008 3:21 pm
No matter how you feel about the person...
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by
stevie_d_64 »
Mon Dec 15, 2008 8:46 am
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If a shoe were thrown at you, what would ya do??? (Be nice, polite and within the 10 yr old daughter rule) ;-)
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I would have charged at the guy personally.
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Last post by scootergeek
Wed Dec 17, 2008 1:33 pm
BE CAREFUL in the ICE!
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nitrogen »
Tue Dec 16, 2008 10:05 am
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One of my coworkers just died in an accident last night in the ice, so for G-ds sake, BE CAREFUL out there.
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Sorry to hear of your loss Sir. Be warm guys and gals and please do not brake on icy bridges. Take your time and be defensive watching for others...
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Last post by scootergeek
Wed Dec 17, 2008 12:37 pm
Help finding an article...
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pt145ss »
Wed Dec 17, 2008 11:33 am
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I am looking for an article but I cannot seem to find it as I do not recall all the details.
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I believe that's pretty standard. If anyone (including a perp) dies during the commission of a felony, the rest of the perps are charged with murder.
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Last post by LarryH
Wed Dec 17, 2008 11:56 am
This day in history - December 17
by
seamusTX »
Wed Dec 17, 2008 9:43 am
1830 - Simón Bolívar died in Colombia.
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Last post by seamusTX
Wed Dec 17, 2008 9:43 am
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Last post by Morgan
Wed Dec 17, 2008 7:36 am
Eric Clapton gun collector
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seamusTX »
Tue Dec 16, 2008 2:23 pm
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Guitarist Eric Clapton is a serious gun collector. Last week he sold 13 shotguns for over $600,000 in England, where he lives.
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Ii's amazing what a little thing called AA can do for some people...
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Last post by KRM45
Tue Dec 16, 2008 8:20 pm
What makes people think this is acceptable?
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Venus Pax »
Thu Dec 04, 2008 10:27 pm
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Within the last few weeks, we have had two separate people (separate occasions) ring our doorbell AT NIGHT wanting to sell us something. Mars opened...
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The intercom lets you talk to people who might be legitimate callers, like meter readers. It also allows you to tell a persistent knocker that he is...
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Last post by seamusTX
Tue Dec 16, 2008 12:28 pm
This day in history - December 16
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seamusTX »
Tue Dec 16, 2008 9:56 am
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1653 - Oliver Cromwell was declared Lord Protector of England, Scotland and Ireland.
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It also is my recollection that the marines were consigned to to the PTO during WWII.
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Last post by Oldgringo
Tue Dec 16, 2008 11:47 am
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Last post by dihappy
Tue Dec 16, 2008 2:47 am
This day in history - December 15
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seamusTX »
Mon Dec 15, 2008 10:05 am
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1791 - The Bill of Rights went into effect.
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I had some level of personal satisfaction in the Swing Revival in the late 90s with bands such as the Squirrel Nut Zippers, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy,...
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Last post by DoubleJ
Mon Dec 15, 2008 12:21 pm
When you have friends like these...(you know the rest)
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CainA »
Thu Dec 11, 2008 1:20 pm
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...beaten in the legs and genitals by three friends... :headscratch It's probably a good thing they weren't really angry with him.
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Last post by Oldgringo
Sun Dec 14, 2008 8:40 pm
Obama team considering $1 trillion dollar stimulus plan
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Russell »
Sat Dec 13, 2008 11:28 am
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The mind boggles.
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Last post by bayouhazard
Sun Dec 14, 2008 6:29 pm
Diesel Injectors
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anygunanywhere »
Mon Dec 08, 2008 4:00 pm
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My 1999.5 F250 Super Duty with the 7.3 liter turbo-diesel failed the #8 injector recently. :mad5
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Thanks for posting the links :cool: I've spent a little bit of time on the dieselstop, I have a account, but I sure cant remember what my user name...
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Last post by Bunkins
Sun Dec 14, 2008 5:10 pm
Saudi author advises on the proper way to beat your wife
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Russell »
Sat Nov 29, 2008 1:56 pm
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When Mrs. Oldgringo and I decided to get our CHL's, I had a friend (I thought) opine that if he was me, he wouldn't teach Mrs. Oldgingo to shoot....
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Last post by Oldgringo
Sun Dec 14, 2008 10:05 am
This figures...Atlanta
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CainA »
Thu Dec 11, 2008 1:22 pm
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Move the trial to Texas and we'll take care of it.
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or rather, dulling them down...
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Last post by zach
Sat Dec 13, 2008 10:39 pm
R/C Helicopter with Mounted 1911
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Keith B »
Wed Dec 10, 2008 11:03 pm
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OK, this is pretty wild. onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;
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Sorry Keith!
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Last post by bpet
Sat Dec 13, 2008 8:08 pm
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Sat Dec 13, 2008 6:35 pm
Shuttle flyover
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agbullet2k1 »
Thu Dec 11, 2008 3:16 pm
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Did anyone else in the Clear Lake area get a chance to see the Shuttle transport flyover today? I got some great video of it coming right over my...
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Nice shots. Thanks for the photos RKirby.
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Last post by WildBill
Sat Dec 13, 2008 2:48 pm
Let's Say Thanks (to our Troops)
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iratollah »
Sun Dec 07, 2008 4:59 am
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Please make a brief moment to send a free postcard to an American soldier serving overseas. For several years now, Xerox Corporation has a program...
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Very cool, Thanks for the link.
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Last post by skip
Fri Dec 12, 2008 8:24 am
This day in history - December 11
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seamusTX »
Thu Dec 11, 2008 1:18 pm
1928 - Police in Argentina arrested terrorists who had nearly completed a plan to bomb a train that was carrying President-Elect Herbert Hoover, who...
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Last post by seamusTX
Thu Dec 11, 2008 1:18 pm
Sheppard AFB
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Keith B »
Thu Dec 11, 2008 11:34 am
Anyone on the forum currently stationed at Sheppard AFB in Wichita Fall? If so, please PM me.
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Thu Dec 11, 2008 11:34 am
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