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Monthly Archives: February 2018

Home2018Monthly Archives: February 2018
I’m Cool, She’s Hot—and We Both Wear Docs

I’m Cool, She’s Hot—and We Both Wear Docs

My age (65) and that of my girlfriend Audrey (56) might render us something other than fashion-forward if not for the fact that each of us owns a pair of Dr. Martens boots. If you wear Docs, you are at least moderately hip. First, however, let it...

February 23, 2018 Richard Doc Martens, fashion, shoes 4 Comments
The Truth about Bessie Smith’s Tragic Death

The Truth about Bessie Smith’s Tragic Death

J. Frank Dobie was a member of the faculty at the University of Texas off and on from 1914 until his dismissal in 1947. As you may know, I attended said institution in the early and mid-1970s. Dobie, author of numerous books, was a widely...

February 13, 2018 Richard blues music, history, racism 6 Comments
Byron White—A Jock and a Justice

Byron White—A Jock and a Justice

Since the U.S. Supreme Court was established in 1789, a total of 113 men and women have served as justices. George Washington appointed John Jay as the first chief justice, and Donald Trump nominated Neil Gorsuch early last year. The former...

February 6, 2018 Richard Byron White, college football, Colorado, Supreme Court 6 Comments
On Finishing, or Not Finishing, Books

On Finishing, or Not Finishing, Books

I recently looked into the work of Austin Kleon. This Ohio-born young man writes, speaks and pontificates, and he seems to be effective in doing so. He has written three books that found favor with the New York Times, gets up on stage at...

February 4, 2018 Richard law, reading, science 4 Comments
Keith Jackson Blew It!

Keith Jackson Blew It!

Credibility is a precious thing. Building it generally takes a long time, but it can be destroyed in a flash. Speaking only for myself, this applies to the late Keith Jackson. Enormously popular as a TV announcer for college and pro football...

February 2, 2018 Richard Clemson, college football, Keith Jackson, Ohio State, sports history, television announcer 1 Comments

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