Monthly Archives: March 2025

Kaiserschlacht

Posted on March 21, 2025 by Caryn

A series of German attacks along the Western Front during the First World War, beginning on March 21, 1918, known as the German Spring offensive, was also known as the Ludendorff offensive or Kaiserschlacht, which translates to Kaiser’s Battle. When … Continue reading →

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The Little Dam That Wouldn’t

Posted on March 20, 2025 by Caryn

When a dam is built, the purpose is to create a reservoir, thereby allowing for the accumulated water to be used to create irrigation for local farmers. In theory, that was the plan for the dam in Hot Springs County, … Continue reading →

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Battle of Bentonville

Posted on March 19, 2025 by Caryn

As one side of a war begins to lose the battle to the other side, the army of the losing side, really begins to weaken. While the Battle of Bentonville was not the end of the Civil War, it was … Continue reading →

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The End Of Studebaker

Posted on March 18, 2025 by Caryn

Over the years, a number of automobile makers have come and gone. Their technology likely became outdated, and the next big thing came on the scene. Such was the fate of the makers of the Studebaker on March 18, 1933. … Continue reading →

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Irish Blessing

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Caryn

Irish blessings have a long history in Ireland. They have served as protections from harm, bringers of good luck, and personal blessings for individuals and families. The Irish blessing is deeply entwined with Ireland’s cultural and spiritual heritage, offering comfort, … Continue reading →

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Comet Scammers

Posted on March 16, 2025 by Caryn

Most of us think of scammers as being a rather new thing that has developed with phone and internet technology, but it had really been around for many years. One event that had scammers all over it, was the 1910 … Continue reading →

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She Said Yes

Posted on March 15, 2025 by Caryn

This has been such an exciting year for my niece, Kellie Hadlock. On December 7, 2024, she became engaged to the love of her life, Tim Thompson, and they have been happily planning their summer wedding. Their lives are filled … Continue reading →

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Without Water

Posted on March 14, 2025 by Caryn

Imagine learning to swim, without water. It’s a bizarre thought, I mean, how can you learn to swim without water…seriously. Still, it can be done…in theory. In 1920, at a time when swimming pools were not readily available, the schools … Continue reading →

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Miss Perfect Posture

Posted on March 13, 2025 by Caryn

When conventions are held, the main goal is to get down to business, teaching new skills, and exchanging ideas. For medical conventions, that might mean new procedures, new med inventions, or an exchange of thoughts on medical failures. It can … Continue reading →

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A Little Thing

Posted on March 12, 2025 by Caryn

Our grandfather, Andrew Schulenberg was a man of fortitude. One event from his teen years could easily have killed him or at the very least crippled him, but he wouldn’t let a “little thing” like having to have his leg … Continue reading →

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