For the next few weeks, we’ll be observing an anniversary: 10 years since we left San Francisco and moved to Ann Arbor. I’ll repost articles Frank and I wrote at that time for our Ann Arbor blog, aSquared. Bittersweet, very definitely they will be, bittersweet. ‘[It’s aSquared’s First Birthday … we’re celebrating by looking back...
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Retro Post: 10 Years Ago Today, 8-Aug
For the next few weeks, we’ll be observing an anniversary: 10 years since we left San Francisco and moved to Ann Arbor. I’ll repost articles Frank and I wrote at that time for our Ann Arbor blog, aSquared. Bittersweet, very definitely they will be, bittersweet. ‘[It’s aSquared’s First Birthday … we’re celebrating by looking back...
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06-Aug-1325-Feb-26Birthdays, Falls City
Happy Birthday, Bill!
To note a much happier occasion: Happy birthday to Bill Schock, owner/editor of the Falls City Journal, who was monumentally helpful to me in the research and writing of the upcoming book. He graciously shared his photos and memories of Braniff 250 with me for publication; four of those are below, many more will be...
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06-Aug-1325-Feb-26Braniff International Airlines, History
Remembering Braniff Flight 250, 47 Years Ago Today
Taking time today to remember a tragic moment: 47 years ago today: Braniff International flight 250 crashed on Tony and Vernell Schawang’s soybean farm northeast of Falls City, NE, taking 42 lives. The crash had widespread consequences, both personally and in the industry. We fly safely today without any thought thanks in large part to...
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Retro Post: 10 Years Ago Today, 5-Aug
For the next few weeks, we’ll be observing an anniversary: 10 years since we left San Francisco and moved to Ann Arbor. I’ll repost articles Frank and I wrote at that time for our Ann Arbor blog, aSquared. Bittersweet, very definitely they will be, bittersweet. ‘[It’s aSquared’s First Birthday … we’re celebrating by looking back...
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Retro Post: 10 Years Ago Today, 4-Aug, Part 2
For the next few weeks, we’ll be observing an anniversary: 10 years since we left San Francisco and moved to Ann Arbor. I’ll repost articles Frank and I wrote at that time for our Ann Arbor blog, aSquared. Bittersweet, very definitely they will be, bittersweet. ‘[It’s aSquared’s First Birthday … we’re celebrating by looking back...
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Retro Post: 10 Years Ago Today, 4-Aug, Part 1
For the next few weeks, we’ll be observing an anniversary: 10 years since we left San Francisco and moved to Ann Arbor. I’ll repost articles Frank and I wrote at that time for our Ann Arbor blog, aSquared. Bittersweet, very definitely they will be, bittersweet. ‘[It’s aSquared’s First Birthday … we’re celebrating by looking back...
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Retro Post: 10 Years Ago Today, 3-Aug
For the next few weeks, we’ll be observing an anniversary: 10 years since we left San Francisco and moved to Ann Arbor. I’ll repost articles Frank and I wrote at that time for our Ann Arbor blog, aSquared. Bittersweet, very definitely they will be, bittersweet. ‘[It’s aSquared’s First Birthday … we’re celebrating by looking back...
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Retro Post: 10 Years Ago Today, 2-Aug, Part 4
For the next few weeks, we’ll be observing an anniversary: 10 years since we left San Francisco and moved to Ann Arbor. I’ll repost articles Frank and I wrote at that time for our Ann Arbor blog, aSquared. Bittersweet, very definitely they will be, bittersweet. ‘[It’s aSquared’s First Birthday … we’re celebrating by looking back...
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Retro Post: 10 Years Ago Today, 2-Aug, Part 3
For the next few weeks, we’ll be observing an anniversary: 10 years since we left San Francisco and moved to Ann Arbor. I’ll repost articles Frank and I wrote at that time for our Ann Arbor blog, aSquared. Bittersweet, very definitely they will be, bittersweet. ‘[It’s aSquared’s First Birthday … we’re celebrating by looking back...
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Retro Post: 10 Years Ago Today, 2-Aug, Part 2
For the next few weeks, we’ll be observing an anniversary: 10 years since we left San Francisco and moved to Ann Arbor. I’ll repost articles Frank and I wrote at that time for our Ann Arbor blog, aSquared. Bittersweet, very definitely they will be, bittersweet. ‘[It’s aSquared’s First Birthday … we’re celebrating by looking back...
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Retro Post: 10 Years Ago Today, 2-Aug, Part 1
For the next few weeks, we’ll be observing an anniversary: 10 years since we left San Francisco and moved to Ann Arbor. I’ll repost articles Frank and I wrote at that time for our Ann Arbor blog, aSquared. Bittersweet, very definitely they will be, bittersweet. An extra note on this one: It’s especially sad to...
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Retro Post: 10 Years Ago Today, 1-Aug, Part 4
For the next few weeks, we’ll be observing an anniversary: 10 years since we left San Francisco and moved to Ann Arbor. I’ll repost articles Frank and I wrote at that time for our Ann Arbor blog, aSquared. Bittersweet, very definitely they will be, bittersweet. ‘[It’s aSquared’s First Birthday … we’re celebrating by looking back...
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Retro Post: 10 Years Ago Today, 1-Aug, Part 3
For the next few weeks, we’ll be observing an anniversary: 10 years since we left San Francisco and moved to Ann Arbor. I’ll repost articles Frank and I wrote at that time for our Ann Arbor blog, aSquared. Bittersweet, very definitely they will be, bittersweet. ‘[It’s aSquared’s First Birthday … we’re celebrating by looking back...
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Retro Post: 10 Years Ago Today, 1-Aug, Part 2
For the next few weeks, we’ll be observing an anniversary: 10 years since we left San Francisco and moved to Ann Arbor. I’ll repost articles Frank and I wrote at that time for our Ann Arbor blog, aSquared. Bittersweet, very definitely they will be, bittersweet. ‘Here’s another retro/anniversary post … skip it you’re not into...
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Retro Post: 10 Years Ago Today, 1-Aug, Part 1
For the next few weeks, I’ll be observing an anniversary: 10 years since we left San Francisco and moved to Ann Arbor. I’ll repost articles Frank and I wrote at that time for our Ann Arbor blog, aSquared. Bittersweet, very definitely they will be, bittersweet. Laid Up ‘I’ve been so laid up with carpal tunnel...
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Retro Post: 10 Years Ago Today, 31-July
For the next few weeks, I’ll be observing an anniversary: 10 years since we left San Francisco and moved to Ann Arbor. I’ll repost articles Frank and I wrote at that time. Bittersweet, very definitely they will be. The last time I’ll give directions in San Francisco? ‘“Is Lombard down that way or up the...