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  1. Woodtroll

    The Non Shorpy Web All Stars.

    And it’s a shame that so many folks on the Lounge here lately seem to be intent on insulting others and picking a fight.
  2. Woodtroll

    So trivial, yet it really ticks you off.

    "Jenny Craig", a weight loss franchise.
  3. Woodtroll

    New Ladies and Gents Step Forward

    Welcome to the Lounge! I think you’ll be in good company here.
  4. Woodtroll

    Spitoon use in the Appalachians in the 40s?

    It would be my guess that they still were fairly prevalent in this area in the 40s, because growing up in the 60s and 70s, they were still present in some of the sit-around-the-stove-and-talk hardware and general stores in our area. The lower-class places just had a box of sand under the stove...
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    how far does a person need to travel to be considered a "Tourist" ?

    Indeed, and you would think that "warriors" could distinguish between war on military forces, and war on civilians. But some couldn't, or maybe they just didn't care. It bothered them not that folks not involved in the conflict starved and froze to death. After all, they were just "Succesh" and...
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    Vintage Things That Have Disappeared In Your Lifetime?

    To an extent, yes. It will cut NS's presence by about half its employees. The shop employed almost 600 people at the end; only 85 of those positions are transferring to PA. That leaves only about 600 people employed by NS in the Roanoke Valley, if I remember correctly - clerical, car shops, and...
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    Vintage Things That Have Disappeared In Your Lifetime?

    The East End locomotive shops in Roanoke, Virginia closed operations this week, having been producing and repairing locomotives since the 1880s. Some of the last, finest steam locomotives built in the country (such as the J-class 611) were built here by Norfolk and Western RR. In recent years...
  9. Woodtroll

    Out Your Back Door

    That's pretty neat, as long as they don't start tearing up stuff. I think raccoons may be the most destructive animal for their size, but bears are, well, as strong as bears and can sure tear up things!
  10. Woodtroll

    Out Your Back Door

    Grizzlies in the Ozarks?? ;) But seriously, do you have many cinnamon phase black bears in your area? That's a rangy young one, and might be scared of the dogs... but might not be.
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    how far does a person need to travel to be considered a "Tourist" ?

    Not at all funny. A think a strong case could be made that there are quite a few northern cities that could be burned right now with no net loss to the country. Left to their own devices (and their own "industry"), they very likely would burn themselves given a little time. It seems these...
  13. Woodtroll

    Ask a question, get an answer

    But, they feel like wearing a pair of underwear on your head (not that I ever did that, as a kid, I mean...). ;)
  14. Woodtroll

    Phoenix Hat Company

    Glad to know you're still doing well, Rick. Take time to take care of yourself with the added risks to the good work you're already doing.
  15. Woodtroll

    Feet Up! The Work Boot Thread

    White's packers are great boots, and are my favorite casual/light duty boot because I like the high arch. For heavy work and carrying loads, like firewood work, I like a slightly broader, lower heel like the Smoke Jumper or Stockman models. I hope you enjoy these for a long time!
  16. Woodtroll

    The Non Shorpy Web All Stars.

    What great mementos of your grandfather! Thanks for sharing these.
  17. Woodtroll

    Banished Lounger?

    Yes, indeed. What is "acceptable" here is sometimes very dependent on who posts it. Trying to point out the hypocrisy of some posts is received, well, pretty much as I expected. There are some threads I don't participate in anymore for this very reason, but I share y'all's frustration.
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    Cowboy Boots

    Packers are my only "cowboy" boots; I can't wear pull-ons any more because I crushed my right leg years ago and now my foot and ankle swell into the loose spots of the boot and I can't get them off. :( The lace-up packers and over-the-calf boot socks keep the swelling controlled. But I sure do...
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    Out Your Back Door

    Stonehenge is a fascinating relic. I've read several theories that claim the water levels were higher when the construction began, and that the stones were floated right up to the site. Having never been to the site, or even to England, I find it hard to visualize whether this is a possibility...
  21. Woodtroll

    Footwear to go with our jackets

    Nice! Distressed smooth leather?
  22. Woodtroll

    Phoenix Hat Company

    Agreed! That's a very compassionate offer, Rick.
  23. Woodtroll

    Show off your Ebay finds and purchases

    Ha! That's the first thing that came to my mind, too! All kinds of good quotes from that movie.

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