MLB Late Night Music by Dire Straits
When my sister and a friend and I were in England in 1984, one of the things we did for fun in the evenings was go to local pubs to taste the atmosphere. One night, in a small town, we found we were the only Americans in the place. As we sipped our usual —Shandys— […]
In Lizzie’s Hand
Curious as to this title? Well, this post refers to a magic trick that you can purchase related to the Borden case. It is called In Lizzie’s Hand. Only $38! A Bizarre Magick Effect by Larry White and Bruce Kalver EFFECT: The performer explains that at a recent auction he purchased an old trunk, full […]
Columbia Exposition of 1893
Following her acquittal in 1893 for the murder of her father and step-mother, Lizzie Borden traveled to the Columbia Exposition in Chicago. This event, a world’s fair near the end of the 19th century, produced thousands of collectibles in its own right. Those who are serious Borden collectors also have an interest in this part […]
Miss Sullivan’s Damaging Remarks
From the Chicago Daily Tribune, August 14, 1892: