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Mon, Mar 30th.

History Lesson #193 - March 30th. - April 5th. Bands of brothers built up Detroit auto industry - In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it was not uncommon for family members to become partners in their entrepreneurial pursuits. Most of these collaborations were between brothers, as women were most often expected to stay at home. Never was this trend played out more frequently than with the early pioneers of the auto industry. From the famous (the Dodge brothers and Fishers) to the not so famous, these blood relatives worked side by side to make their fame and fortune in Detroit. Are you familiar with this bit of history?  Let's find out more. Click here.

Things To Think About - March 30th.  - How come, in the Mini-Wheat commercial, Sweets has a Brooklyn accent and Wheats has an English accent? They're attached at the back, right? So wouldn't they have been raised in the same place?

Dearborn Update - March 30th.  - Cop, cohort face bribery trial - One of two co-defendants charged in connection with a bribery scheme allegedly involving a Dearborn police officer was bound over for trial March 20 after waiving his right to a preliminary examination in 19th District Court. Want to learn more?  Click here.

Can You Guess - March 30th.  - Five clues have been given for this question, yet no one guessed the correct answer. Too find out what the clues are for this question:   Click here.

This will surely bring back memories - March 30th.  You are an old Detroiter if you remember: when Vernors was made on Woodward Ave., and a bearded troll was on the bottle.

Monday's Moments (Humor) - March 30th.  Write It Down - Check out today's humor.  Click here.

A Moment In Time - March 30th.   - Limo Fail - Check out the Pic of the DayClick here.

QUOTE OF THE DAY:  March 30th.  A bookstore is one of the only pieces of evidence we have that people are still thinking. - Jerry Seinfeld 1954- , American Comedian

What's Common? - March 30th.  - Q1 - Liver - Heart - Lung? (The answer will be displayed next Monday)

Test Your Knowledge - March 30th.  Q2 - Who was the host of The $64,000 Question? (The answer will be displayed next Monday)

Answer to last Monday's 'What's Common?' - March 30th.  Q1 - Yellow - Spicy Brown - Dijon? (Types of mustard)

Answer to last Monday's "Test Your Knowledge" - March 30th.  Q2 - Where is Kruger National Park? (South Africa)

Fascinating Facts - In the early days of boxing, when a...  - The following are unusual, fantastic and amazing bits of information about the Sports.  If you like to see informative tidbits of information, you'll want to stay in touch with this information.  A new  piece will be offered every day.  To see the fascinating fact of the day for March 30th.  Click here

Things To Think About - July 3rd. - Why do they have the label on milk cartons saying 'Open here'? Why do you have to open there? Why can't you open it on say the other side?

Dearborn Update - July 3rd. - Council OKs balanced 08-09 budget - Dearborn - The Dearborn City Council Monday night unanimously approved the general budget for the 2008-09 fiscal year with a 6-0 vote. Council member Doug Thomas was absent from the meeting.  Click here.

Today's Quickie: July 3rd. - The Lone Ranger and Tonto walked into a bar and sat down to drink a beer. After a few minutes, a big tall cowboy walked in and said: -Who owns the big white horse outside? The Lone Ranger stood up, hitched his gun belt, and said: -I do... Why? The cowboy looked at the Lone Ranger and said: -I just thought you\'d like to know that your horse is about dead! The Lone Ranger and Tonto rushed outside and sure enough Silver was ready to die from heat exhaustion. The Lone Ranger gave the horse water and soon Silver was starting to feel a little better. The Lone Ranger turned to Tonto and said: -Tonto, I want you to run around Silver and see if you can create enough of a breeze to make him start to feel better. Tonto said: -Sure, Kemosabe, - and started running in circles around Silver. Not able to do anything else but wait, the Lone Ranger returned to the bar to finish his drink. A few minutes later, another cowboy struts into the bar and asks: -Who owns that big white horse outside? The Lone Ranger stands again, and claims: -I do, what\'s wrong with him this time? The cowboy looks him in the eye and says: -Nothin'... but you left your Injun runnin'.

Dearborn Homecoming - July 3rd.  - Dearborn's Homecoming was a great success. If you missed this great event, you can catch the views now. Many pictures were taken at Ford Field. Pictures will be added daily. Click here.

Greenfield Village - July 3rd.  Want to see a view of the village? Dozens of historic chandeliers provide an unusual backdrop for a fun-filled dining experience. How about viewing Number Eighty Five?  Click here.

Thursday's Thunder (Humor) - July 3rd.  Juan - Juan comes up to the Mexican border on his bicycle.  Click here.

A Moment In Time - July 3rd.  Going to the birds - Want to see a picture of an example? Check out the Pic of the DayClick here.

QUOTE OF THE DAY:  July 3rd. Go not to the elves for counsel, for they will say both yes and no. - JRR Tolkien 1892-1973, English Novelist, Scholar

Things To Think About - July 2nd. - All Natural - Why do people think that 'ALL NATURAL' products are always somehow better for them? Arsenic is all natural and so is cyanide aren't they?

Dearborn News - July 2nd. - Council OKs vacant home registry - DEARBORN - Past or present owners of homes that have been abandoned or sold now can be alerted of any activity that takes place at the home, such as busted pipes and breaking and entering, by registering with the city of Dearborn Building & Safety Department.  Click here.

Old Car Festival - July 2nd.  The 55th Old Car Festival occurred on September 10 - 11th at Greenfield Village.  About 500 cars were on display. Many pictures were taken. How about viewing number One Hundred and Nine?  Click here.

Today's Quickie - July 2nd. - A young boy of four was going into hospital to have his tonsils removed. He told his playmate I'll be gone for a while I have to have surgery. On the day he was admitted his mother asked Dr. could you please circumcise him while he is asleep. The Doctor agreed. The boy woke up and was very sore down there for several days. After about a week he got to see his playmate again. The playmate informed him that he was also going to have to have his tonsils out soon. He asked him to tell him about the surgery. The little boy replied 'all I can tell you is your tonsils ain't where you think they are.'

Wednesday's Wonderment (Humor) - July 2nd. Desert Asylum - A man was driving through a desert valley in which the only inhabited structure was an insane asylum that had been installed on a reconstructed ranch.  Click here.

A Moment In Time - July 2nd. Teenage Telecom? - Want to see an example? Check out the Pic of the DayClick here.

Quote of the Day - July 2nd. - Everyone around me was going through the horrifying ritual of lying in the sun and volleyballing and hiking and doing whatever other forms of refined torture that are supposed to be fun. - Isaac Asimov 1920-1992, American Science/Science Fiction Writer

Things To Think About - July 1st. - How can you have a 'New Tastier' Original?

News - July 1st. - New superintendent on the job Tuesday, almost in the house - DEARBORN - Since the Dearborn Public School District (DPS) Board of Education tabbed him as the successor for current superintendent John Artis, Brian Whiston has met with several district administrators, DPS staffers, parents and concerned citizens in a number of settings.  Click here.

Detroit Ruins... - July 1st. - Motown - The beginnings of the mighty Motown sound happened here in this modest West Grand Boulevard house. Launched in 1959 on an $800 loan from his parents, Berry Gordy Jr.'s Motown Recording Corporation captivated America and the world in the sixties.  Click here.

Tuesday's Teaser (Humor) - July 1st. Starbucks - A man died and went to straight down to hell. The devil greeted him and gave him a guided tour of the place. He told the man that there were three rooms he could chose from in which to spend eternity. Check out Tuesday's humor.  Click here.

QUOTE OF THE DAY:  July 1st. I hadn't been this excited since the last Victoria's Secret catalogue came in the mail. - Jeff Foxworthy 1958- , American Comedian

A Moment In Time - June 30th.  Looks like trouble! Check out the Pic of the DayClick here.

Weekend Update - Saturday, May 10th and Sunday, May 11th - Let's sit back and reflect on previous updates during this past week. If you missed these updates, scroll down to view the news for Monday, May 5th. through Friday, May 9th.

Things To Think About - April 11th. - Good Ideas - Crayon marks on walls? This worked wonderfully! A damp rag dipped in baking soda. Comes off with little effort (elbow grease that is)!

Dearborn Update - April 11th. - La Shish closed for good - DEARBORN - A sign from management thanking customers for their loyalty hangs from the entrance of both Dearborn La Shish restaurants — at Michigan Avenue and Oakman Boulevard and Michigan and Monroe Street.  Click here.

Ford Motor Company - April 11th. - One Hundredth Anniversary Celebration - The Ford Motor Company is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Many things are to come in the next several weeks.  The anniversary celebration is an excellent event. If you haven't seen it, you will be able to visit it on this Web site. Mr. Henry Ford accomplished so much in his lifetime, that it amazes anyone studying his life. Want to see picture One Hundred and Twenty Four?  Click here.

Today's Quickie - April 11th. - In the event of a sudden loss of cabin pressure, masks will descend from the ceiling. Stop screaming, grab the mask, and pull it over your face. If you have a small child traveling with you, secure your mask before assisting with theirs. If you are traveling with more than one small child, pick your favorite.

Dearborn Update - April 11th. - La Shish closed for good - DEARBORN - A sign from management thanking customers for their loyalty hangs from the entrance of both Dearborn La Shish restaurants — at Michigan Avenue and Oakman Boulevard and Michigan and Monroe Street.  Click here.

Dearborn Homecoming - April 11th.  - Dearborn's Homecoming was a great success. If you missed this great event, you can catch the views now. Pictures will be added daily.  Click here.

Friday's Funnies (Humor) - April 11th.  Turkey... - One year at Christmas, Jennifer's mom went to Jennifer's house for the traditional feast. Knowing how gullible she is, her mom decided to play a trick.  Click here.

A Moment In Time - April 11th.  Painful Piercing -  Check out the Pic of the dayClick here.

QUOTE OF THE DAY: April 11th.  (about his fiddle) It's a real Strad, you know. If it isn't I'm out one hundred and ten dollars. The reason I got it so cheap is that it's one of the few Strads made in Japan. - Jack Benny 1894 - 1974, American Comedian, Actor

The Best Friend Anyone Could Have Had - July 11th- Good Bye to My Little Buddy and Best Friend - My cat, Snowball, was put to sleep one year ago on this date. It is the last time I will ever see him. We loved each other in the best way we could. This article is about Craig Dahlke's cat and will be the last time it is displayed as a current news item.  Click here.

Graphic Rotation - May 3rdHistorical Signs - How about a new update on our historical signs.  Do you know that our Board of Directors are working on procuring an historical sign for our subdivision?  Want to see picture Eight?   It concerns a view of the US Arsenal historical sign?  Click here.

Rules Of Order - March 10thRobert's Rules Of Order - The subject, "Robert's Rules of Order" has been completed. To view them,  Click here.

The Blood of Heroes - September 23rd.  Have you already forgotten? NOTE: After you have viewed the program, click BACK rather than on the 'X' in the upper right corner of your screen.  If you click on the 'X' you will close out the web site.  Click here.

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