Monday, August 25, 2014

Bananas: An A-Peel-ing History


Bananas: An A-Peel-ing History


The following article is republished from Uncle John's Ahh-Inspiring Bathroom Reader. (Image credit: Steve Hopson) According to one legend, the fruit that Eve found irresistible in the Garden of Eden was not an apple, but a banana. Is it true? Who knows? But for thousands of years, the banana has be ...


BARRIGER NATIONAL RAILROAD LIBRARY


Established in 1984 as a special collection of the St. Louis Mercantile Library, the John W. Barriger III National Railroad Library stands today as one of North America’s largest and finest railroad history collections. Named after noted 20th century railroad executive, John W. Barriger III (1899-19 ...


‘America’s Finest Grill’ Includes 2 Beer Kegs, Seating For Eight and 1600 Square Inches of Cooking Space


America loves to grill. Steaks. Dogs. Burgers. But we’re tired of your lazy barbecues, and you know who you are. Stop attempting to throw a barbecue without having a single condiment. Stop calling your get together a potluck to completely rely on other ...



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