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National 19th century

Runaway slave packages and ships himself to freedom

  • Henry Brown
  • June 13, 2011
In case you missed this back in 1849, Henry 'Box' Brown became the stuff of legend when he packed and mailed himself to Philadelphia in...
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Best flooring: new cement tiles designed by Laura Gottwald

A designer sometimes comes along who is able to "do it all," and Laura Gottwald is one of those rarified wonders in our industry who can...
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We just found these beautiful French-polished British antiques!

Home decorating brings out the eternal search for beauty - and our hunt for the exotic and unusual took us recently to G. Evans Ltd. Antiques. Our...
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An exceptional copper culinary mold for holiday baking and gifting

Think of the foodies on your holiday shopping list and consider this beautiful 1870 Large French Culinary Food Mold with Star Motif. We like to...
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New book claims Jack the Ripper was a mortuary worker

A book released today argues that the serial killer Jack the Ripper, who murdered and mutilated prostitutes in the East End of London in 1888, went...
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Scotland Yard inspector used Jack the Ripper case as cover for espionage

By Dan Norder, crime historian Over the years a number of authors have claimed that Jack the Ripper's murders were committed as a political cover...
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Great Caesar's ghost! How a murderer cheated the electric chair

As murderers go, William Caesar was rather forgettable. On the night of March 29, 1895, Caesar strangled his girlfriend, Mary Martin, in a jealous...
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Fine design finds: lounging in fine Italian style

Each week, antique and fine art industry spokesman George Evans showcases something new and different that would be a great addition to anyone's...
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Fine design finds: I'm amazed by the finish on this elegant table!

Antique and fine art industry spokesman George Evans and I have decided to spend some time together each week in order to showcase something new...
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