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Simon Bolivar

    William McGonagall

    William McGonagall / Poet and Tragedian Submitted by @slashdotat

    William McGonagall / Poet and Tragedian Submitted by @slashdotat

      John Talcott Overtook and Dispersed a Party of Indians

      "Twenty rods north of this stone was the Old Indian Fordway on the Middle Trail from Westfield to the Hudson River. Nearby Was the site of the Great Wigwam where Major John Talcott overtook and...

      "Twenty rods north of this stone was the Old Indian Fordway on the Middle Trail from Westfield to the Hudson River. Nearby Was the site of the Great Wigwam where Major John Talcott overtook...

      • indian massacre
      • english settlers
      • re-dedication

      Kiek memorial

      This plaque is a memorial for the then famous photographer from the city of Leiden. His name was Israël David Kiek (1811-1899), and his surname became synonymous for a photgraphy in Dutch spoken...

      This plaque is a memorial for the then famous photographer from the city of Leiden. His name was Israël David Kiek (1811-1899), and his surname became synonymous for a photgraphy in Dutch...

      • history
      • leiden
      • photography

      Claeys House

      The Claeys House   This elaborate brick and stone house was built in 1936 – 37 for Henry L. Claeys  Mr. Claeys had the well-digging and plumbing supply business which he started in 1904.  In 1920...

      The Claeys House   This elaborate brick and stone house was built in 1936 – 37 for Henry L. Claeys  Mr. Claeys had the well-digging and plumbing supply business which he started in 1904.  In...