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Category Archives: History
Happy Valentine’s Day
David B. Williams Feb 14 Thanks to Ed M. This nifty map of Seattle originally appeared in the Seattle Star newspaper on July 5, 1907. The map “will give the reader some idea of what sooner or later will be the heart … Continue reading
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Lincoln’s words on slavery and logic
by Heather Cox Richardson
Japanese internment, remembered in art
Thanks to Diana C. for sending this in from Crosscut (scroll down to view)
Bye, bye Miss American Pie
A musical memoir from Don McLean. Thanks to Gordon G.
Carl Bernstein: Life of A Newsman
Thanks to Ed M. By Jean Godden -February 2, 2022 in Post Alley “The door led me into another universe. People were shouting. Typewriters clattered and chinged. Beneath my feet I could feel the rumble of the presses. In my whole life … Continue reading
Crossroads: A Turning Point for Downtown’s Freeway Park?
From Ed M. who sends this from postalley.org By Mike James and David Brewster Editor’s Note: Freeway Park is a much-admired design by one of America’s most revered landscape architects, Lawrence Halprin. The 5.2-acre park, which bridges the I-5 Freeway, … Continue reading
Posted in environment, Gardening, History, In the Neighborhood, Nature, Parks
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Heather Cox Richardson – 1776 in context
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The world looks to Punxsutawney Phil on February 2nd
Thanks to Pam P. When is Groundhog Day? Groundhog Day is on Feb. 2 every year. In 2022, Groundhog Day will be on a Wednesday. What is Groundhog Day? On Groundhog Day, the world looks to Punxsutawney Phil, a groundhog, … Continue reading
The right to vote, civil rights and Harry S Truman
Notes from Heather Cox Richardson
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97-year-old pianist, and last surviving pupil of Rachmaninov, signs landmark record deal
Thanks for this delightful entry from Joan C. Former child prodigy and the last-living pupil of Sergei Rachmaninov, pianist Ruth Slenczynska celebrates her astonishing nine-decade long career with a new album. For wonderful music and interviews with this now 97 … Continue reading
Democracy not violence: Americans, please take this pledge
Thanks to Put B. If you would like to see who has signed on already, the list is available at www.democracynotviolence.us by clicking on “Signers.” By Brian Baird Special to The Seattle Times On the anniversary of the worst attack on … Continue reading
Big Ben will bong again to see in the new year
Thanks to Ann M. Big Ben will bong to welcome in 2022, the Houses of Parliament has confirmed. The bell will be struck 12 times as it hits midnight on New Year’s Eve, despite other celebrations in the capital being … Continue reading
Cascading climate consequences
In describing climate consequences—the ones more serious than hotter summers—I feel as if I am describing top-down cascading failures. The classic example is the World Trade Center’s Twin Towers, which in 2001 had collapsed, floor after floor, down to the … Continue reading
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Steinbeck’s view of Seattle in 1961
In rereading “Travels with Charlie” recently, I came upon Steinbeck’s commentary about Seattle as he and his precocious dog traversed the country. Does his description of our city echo with your views some 60 years hence in 2021? Is he … Continue reading
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A daughter remembers her father’s brush with baseball greatness
By Pam Peterson in the Seattle Times’ Don Shelton’s column Ed Note: Thanks to Skyline resident Pam Peterson for sharing this memory. As a 10 year old my dad frequently took me to the Lakefront Stadium in Cleveland to watch … Continue reading
Author event – Daniel James Brown on Zoom Tuesday 7 PM
Meet the Author: Daniel James Brown Meet the Author: Daniel James Brown Tuesday, November 2, 2021 Add to Calendar7:00PM – 8:00PM Online event. Click here to register. Honor Veterans Day with us during a discussion about Facing the Mountain, A True Story of Japanese American Heroes … Continue reading
Memoir by beloved resident Thaddeus Spratlen
Thanks to Alice M. for bring this to our attention. Knowing Thaddeus, this will be a true success story in a sea of racism where the storms continue. Journey Up from Down South describes what struggle, resilience, hope, and family … Continue reading
Loving Pike Place Market
Thanks to Mary M.
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Republicans urging Republicans to vote Democratic
from Heather Cox Richardson – October 11th
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Afghanistan: At the Heart of the Silk Roads
To register for the lecture click here. (Thanks to Ann M.) Afghanistan: At the Heart of the Silk Roads This talk aims to counterbalance the popularly imagined Afghanistan — filtered by the mass media through the lens of terrorism and … Continue reading
Saying farewell to a friend and visionary, Professor Emeritus Thad Spratlen
Thanks to Put B. for forwarding these memories of a cherished friend at Skyline. Ana Mari Cauce Yesterday, we said goodbye to a friend. But we also celebrated his truly extraordinary life and legacy with a community of people who … Continue reading
Seattle City Light Leases Georgetown Steam Plant to Local Non-Profit
Thanks to Mary M. by Nathan MacDonald on August 25, 2021 1906 steam plant to become a museum and cultural center Seattle City Light has signed a long-term lease and operating agreement with the newly formed Georgetown Steam Plant Community Development Authority (GTSPCDA), a non-profit organization … Continue reading
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