First Dog to Cross U.S. by Auto
In 2003 Ken Burns released a delightful documentary, Horatio’s Drive, telling the story of the very first cross country trip by automobile.
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The Dog on the Hoover Dam
In 1932, a part-Labrador puppy with a jet black coat and a white blaze on his chest was born in the crawlspace beneath the police building in Boulder City, Nevada.
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Three Sweet Dog Stories
While researching various topics, I come upon some amazing stories. I think you will agree they are well worth sharing:
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The Pets of Woodrow Wilson (1856-1924)
Woodrow Wilson who served as president from 1913-1921 grew up in Virginia with a beloved greyhound named Mountain Boy. He and his first wife, Ellen Axson (1860-1914), had three daughters
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Julia McWilliams Child (1912-2004)
Julia McWilliams Child, Office of Strategic Services Decades before becoming a famous chef, McWilliams (her maiden name) wanted to join the WACS or the WAVES during World War II to help with the military cause.
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The Story of Toto/Terry
The 1939 film of The Wizard of Oz is memorable for many reasons. Toto, Dorothy’s adorable dog, is certainly near the top of the list. How the dog came to
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