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Poe’s Funeral Phranchise

Posted on April 1, 2013 by J-Man

Burial #1 and (sort of) Funeral #1 – 1849 Most know that a destitute Poe died of mysterious circumstances but not as many know that – in a world before internet, television, or radio – despite being world famous – … Continue reading →

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125 Years Ago Today

Posted on February 11, 2013 by J-Man

February 11, 1888 –  Sarah Elmira Royster, aka “the Widow Shelton,” also widely known as “the first and last love of Edgar Allan Poe” since her obituary described her thus, was laid to rest never having what she referred to … Continue reading →

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“What I Did Over Summer Vacation” by Charles Dickens

Posted on January 3, 2013 by J-Man

Charles Dickens first trip to the young US of A in 1842 was not during the summer but I didn’t like the title “What I Did Over Spring Break” anywhere near as much. Also, his little trip began in January … Continue reading →

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Poe’s Last Trips

Posted on November 29, 2012 by J-Man
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