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Discover the remarkable journey of Matthias Baldwin, a self-taught inventor who transformed American railroads with his pioneering locomotive designs. From his humble beginnings to founding Baldwin Locomotive Works, Baldwin’s legacy extends beyond engineering to his advocacy for education, social justice, and workforce development. Tune in for a story of resilience, innovation, and progress.
Summary: In The Missing Dog Tags, narrated by Ed Bejarana, a chance flea market discovery of a veteran’s dog tags sparks a journey of mystery and honor. Partnering with a retired Marine, Ed pieces together the life of William Harper, uncovering stolen military memorabilia and restoring the legacy of a forgotten hero. The story inspires a movement to preserve and…
Rachel Summers, a medical student, vanished in 1995 after a shift at St. Mary’s Hospital. Her car was later found at an interstate rest area. Despite extensive investigations and multiple theories, her disappearance remains one of Indianapolis’s most baffling cold cases.
Join John Spencer in “Narrated By The Veterans Club” as we explore the story of Mary Anderson, whose invention of the windshield wiper epitomizes the American spirit of innovation. Born from a need observed during a snowy day in 1902 NYC, her simple solution transformed transportation safety and continues to impact lives daily.
WHAT? GMRS Radio ClassWHERE? VFW Post 889 406 N 4th St. CDAWHEN? Tuesday, Dec 3rd, 9:00 AM The subject will be Emergency Comms using the FRS/GMRSMURS channels. I have a 22 page handout that I’ve recreated from the BAOFENG AR5RM User’s Manual. I’ve rewritten the parts in the manual that are specific to our needs to communicate on the…
In July 1979, 10-year-old Tommy Clarke disappeared from Bedford Falls, Ohio, leaving behind only his bike near the edge of Hollow Creek Woods. Despite exhaustive searches and decades of investigation, the case remains unsolved. This episode of The Cold Case Files revisits Tommy’s story, exploring the events of that summer, the theories surrounding his disappearance, and its lasting impact.
Benjamin Holt was a visionary whose groundbreaking crawler-type tractor transformed agriculture and construction. From sandy California fields to Europe’s World War I battlefields, his invention revolutionized efficiency and adaptability. This episode celebrates Holt’s ingenuity, the birth of Caterpillar Inc., and a legacy that inspires innovation and progress worldwide.
Therapy Dogs Making a Difference: Announcing the Extended Deadline for the First Responder Paws Therapy Dog Award By popular demand, we’re thrilled to announce an extension for applications to the First Responder Paws Therapy Dog Award! The new deadline is November 20, giving even more therapy dogs and their handlers the chance to shine. Check out the updated timeline below and submit…
The low whistle echoed through the silent room. Holmes’s eyes sharpened as he whispered, ‘The vent, Watson.’ A faint, slithering motion confirmed their fears—a snake, its scaled body gleaming. Holmes struck swiftly, driving the creature back. Moments later, a piercing cry echoed from Dr. Roylott’s room. The serpent, a deadly swamp adder, had turned on its master, bringing a fitting end to his sinister scheme.
In 1998, beloved teacher Susan Harris vanished during a ten-minute drive home in Evergreen, Colorado. Her car was later found abandoned at a grocery store parking lot, keys in the ignition, and coffee untouched. Despite extensive investigations, cryptic clues like an anonymous letter claiming “Susan is safe but gone” have left her case unresolved for over 25 years. What happened…