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1954 science fiction novel by Richard Matheson is being brought to the big screen for the first time in 36 years! A compelling vampire story way ahead of it's time that re-creates fact from fiction in stunning detail.

Mainly back in the 50's they used to throw cocktail parties and then uncover in the showroom the new Corvettes, it was the thing to do back then for their customers who loved their expensive toys.

In 1954, An unidentified female was found murdered in Boulder Canyon, Colorado. Her identity remains a mystery.

California Hunter Education Program, established in 1954, is a ten-hour course that teaches hunters who wish to get their hunting license for the first time the importance of firearm safety as well as other topics.

Fontbonne Academy, Milton,Ma has been in operation since 1954. Under the direction of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston, Fontbonne offers a college preparatory curriculum to girls in grades 9-12.

I Am Legend is based on the 1954 novel by Richard Matheson, also titled I Am Legend. The first film version of this novel, entitled "The Omega Man" was produced in 1971 and starred Charlton Heston in the role of Dr. Robert Neville.

In 1901 Frank E. Graeff was inspired by I Peter 5:7 to write his hymn "Does Jesus Care" following a troubled time in his life and how, by that same simple message, in 1954 I came to understand that Jesus really does care about each of us when we are troubled or grieved.

Albert Einstein's newest letter to be auctioned off. This letter gives new insight into the scientist's views on god.

In need of pitching for 1954, the Giants traded the player who hit the "shot heard 'round the world" for Johnny Antonelli, who helped lead New York to the World Series.

An overview of a historical court case.

Lothal was found out during an archeological escavation near the city of Ahmedabad in India in the year 1954. It has a striking similarity with Mohen Jo Dero and Harappan civilizations of Pakistan. I have covered some useful tips on visiting the same.

A 1954 Charlton Heston movie called Secret of the Incas is undeniably the inspiration for Indiana Jones - much to the suppression of George Lucas and Steven Spielberg.

The movie Liberty Heights could easily be found on any Introduction to Judaism course curriculum. Liberty Heights follows around the Kurtzmans, a Jewish family in Baltimore, Maryland in 1954, and that alone would justify the movie's consideration for a curriculum.

The history of witchcraft can be traced as far back as 10,000 years ago, but was brought to the attention of mainstream society by Gerald Brosseau Gardner in 1954.

In January of 1954, Playboy's very first Playmate of the month was chosen, Margie Harrison. Fifty-Two years later Hef, the Playboy empire, and the prestigious title of being a Playboy Playmate are still going strong. Here are the Women of 2005!

The long-awaited DVD release of the 1954 John Wayne film, The High and the Mighty, is finally here! Enjoy this beautifully restored classic with this 2-disc Special Collector's Edition.

Alex English was born on January 5, 1954 and grew up in Columbia, South Carolina. After a successful high school athletic career, English decided to attend the University of South Carolina to study and play basketball.

Walter Payton's story began in 1954 and continues after his death. His NFL football career has many highlights such as MVP of Super Bowl XX. His legacy lives on with his giving through the Walter and Connie Payton Foundation.

Not all World Series sweeps are boring. The 1932 and 1954 World Series ended in sweeps, but produced this duo of immortal baseball memories.

No other electric guitar is so commonplace to America is the Fender Strat. Here is a small history of this iconic instrument.

If there was a US Supreme Court decision that turned the late Jerry Falwell into politics, it was Brown v. Topeka Board of Education (1954), not Roe v. Wade (1973).

The story itself is pretty simple, scientists looking for fossils of new amphibious creatures come across something they’ve never seen before and decide to head out to the Amazon to investigate further.

Although underwater hockey has been around since 1954, in more recent years it has been steadily gaining a strong fan base as more and more people are discovering the thrill of this strategic sport played at the bottom of a swimming pool.

Born January 22, 1954 in San Antonio, Texas, Tully Blanchard, best known as an original member of the legendary Four Horsemen, came by his wrestling stardom honestly. The son of wresting promoter and American Wrestling Association (AWA) star Joe Blanchard,

The Potter hearings of 1953 documented horrible abuse and murder that our soldiers endured at the hands of the North Koreans and Chinese. This article reveals the torture and killing of American forces, something that nobody was ever held accountable for.

Read this interesting article and find out about the man who started Wendy's Restaurant!

The Congressional Gold Medal of Honor is considered the United States Congress equivalent to the Presidential Medal of Freedom

Top 10 Songs of the 1950's lists the Billborad Top Ten Hits year by year. This article also offers some tidbits of music history from the fifties decade.

It is important that parents take the time to teach their children about other cultures and their own culture. Many African Americans today do not know where to begin when it comes to teaching their children about the African American Culture

Why Bob Hope was unique in his life and comedic style, and what made him the universally acclaimed and adored actor he became.

This paper gives resources to those wanting to learn about African American History. It also includes additional resources for futher study.

If you like to cook Southern favorites at home, then you are probably familiar with the name of Miss Edna Lewis. Miss Lewis used her cooking talents to become "one of the best cooks in America"! Read about her interesting life today!

The list of the most notable African-Americans of all times is vast, varied and virtually endless. African-Americans are noted for their contributions throughout history in every field imaginable.

The world as MG enthusiasts know it today would not be the same if it was not for a man named William Richard Morris, later Lord Nuffield. MG, as almost everyone knows, stands for Morris Garages.

Study of how Soviet foreign policy grew through economic cooperation with Iran from 1945-1979. Particular emphasis is shifted away from Cold War stances and upon nation to nation growth.

Joe DiMaggio was considered to be one of the greatest baseball players of all times. Find out how he earned this honor and what his personal life was like by reading this interesting article today!

Vic Wertz, Charlie Root and Dale Mitchell all had solid baseball careers, but became footnotes in history for what happened to each of them in World Series play. This article shows they were much more than that.

A brief history of the ACC as told by Roy B. Clogston, Athletic Director of NC State from 1948-1969.

An assortment of outlines and lectures on the Gilded Age and the 1970s for college level history courses.

Ed Gein butchered women and robbed graves in rural Wisconsin in the 1950s. His bizarre story helped to inspire Hitchcock's Psycho.

I have a friend that fell into the "Free Poetry Scam". Don't get me wrong - he's a fantastic writer. So if he's a great writer, when his work was chosen, how is that a scam? Simple - anyone can be published in these publications... if they'll pay.

Boyhood story of general interest.

This is an essay on the movie Eyes on the Prize. It covers the topics of racism and discrimination.

Ted Williams met with great criticism when he got a deferment in 1942 from WWII. But he eventually joined the reserves and distinguished himself in the Korean War. This article relates his service to his country and friendship with another famous pilot.

African American history encompasses almost four hundred years of struggle, achievement and contribution to America and the world. Here are some websites where you can discover that history for yourself.

Lassie, a television show about a beloved collie, ran for over twenty years. This article describes Lassies origins and her appeal to millions.

The National Capitol at Washington D.C. is probably the most thoroughly haunted building in the world.

Paul Lynde made millions laugh over the years on the stage and screen. But his humor hid a battle he fought for years with alcoholism. This article relates his career and untimely death.

This article examines the history behind and debate over the origins of Jewish sacred music. It also examines modern attitudes towards musical "borrowing" from four major movements of Judaism: Reform, Conservative, Orthodox, and Hasidic (ultra-Orthodox).

When new NY Mets closer Billy Wagner took the mound in the ninth inning , the same song blared over the loud speakers as it had for the last ten years. Only this time it was in New York, and it sparked MLB's first great non Barry Bonds debate.

This paper is about women's roles in the civil rights movement. It is especially focused on the contributions of African-American women.

Stan "the Man" Musial played 22 seasons as a St. Louis Cardinal, racking up hits and records over the years. This article tells of his storied career.

Hank Aaron hit a record 755 home runs in a fabulously steady 23 years baseball career. This article tells of his life in baseball and how he endured racial prejudice as he passed Babe Ruth's mark of 714 in 1974.

Pamela Anderson Lee's wedding outfit (a white bikini), Debbie Gibson's halloween Seances, and Pres. Nixon's favorite Johnny Cash tune. Learn while you laugh. A music event timeline, covering the craziness of rock history w/ some down2earth facts mixed in.

Team brass is selling this season's squad as one constructed for short term, yet substantial, success. But are they fooling the real fan-base?

St. Louis Cardinals' slugger Albert Pujols is putting up numbers that only a couple players have ever come close to matching in baseball history. This is his story.

After years of undergraduate and post graduate study you are now ready to begin your career as a South Carolina Certified Public Accountant.

Shahrazad's tales speak of women of all types of character, the good, the bad, and the ones in between, thus saving herself and the women of the kingdom from the king who thought in only one view.

A brief history of Ho Chi Minh and his rise to power in North Vietnam.

Sugar Ray Robinson, Sugar Ray Leonard and Sugar Shane Mosley. A brief look at boxing's finest in the category of pugilistic prestige and poise.

Bobby Sands was arrested as a young man and sentenced to 4 years in prison without ever having a trial. Read on to learn about Bobby Sands; a young man so committed to his beliefs, that he was willing to die for them.

In April 1963, he composed a letter from the Birmingham Jail. Later that year, King delivered his most famous speech when he told participants in the March on Washington "I have a dream".

Through the discovery by Charles Darwin, giant tortoises become famous worldwide. Three different types of Galapagos tortoises. Giant tortoises have unique behavior characteristics. By the help of various organizations increased tortoise population.

A detailed lecture on Jean-Pierre Rioux's book The Fourth Republic 1944-1958 and its relation to North African independence movements.

A preview of Major League Baseball's National League Western Division.

It was before my time, but The Red Skelton Show was a popular TV hit for two decades. Find out about the man, his career, and his personal life by reading this interesting article!

Danny Kaye wowed audiences from coast to coast and across the globe.
Read about this talented, red-haired entertainer and how he went from New York to Hollywood!

A lecture outline for Evans' The Memory of Resistance and its relation to North African independence movements.

United States Supreme Court gears up to hear arguments next year in the matter of the Pledge of Allegiance.

The March on Washington is one of the most significant events of the Civil Rights Movement, bringing together people of all races and classes to fight for a common goal. The large demonstration helped persuade the passing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

There are a wide variety of festivals held in the Portland Oregon Metro area all year long. Something for everyone!

Has a conventional army ever defeated a guerilla-structured insurgency? Has America learned its lessons from the Viet Nam conflict? Can the United States prevail in the Iraq conflict?

The year 1953 marked the beginning of the Korean War Armistice Agreement that sought to stop the Korean War and insure a complete cessation of hostilities and all acts of armed force in Korea until a final peaceful settlement could be achieved.

You might be surprised, but a metal lunchbox from the 50s or 60s, in good condition can bring a nice profit at auction. Here are some tips on collecting metal lunchboxes, what to look for, and how much to sell for.

The American judicial system has a very important role in our government.

If you desire to experience a high quality artistic performance or view fine art in an incredible setting, consider Milwaukee. Boasting a ballet company, opera, symphony, professional theater company and many art museums, the city has much to offer.

What separated Broomfield's novel from those of his contemporaries was his strong love of nature and respect for America's agricultural heritage. This love is shown not just by his words, but at Malabar Farm, his home.

Once you've been here, you will never forget it.

Jacksonville is located on the east coast of North Carolina. It is the eleventh largest city in North Carolina with a population of about 66,000 and the home of Camp LeJeune and Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) New River.

Here's range of summer movies for every occasion. Check out the old classics and new favorites, all with summer as the common denominator.

The Chinese astrological system is based on the year of birth, not the month. Studying this ancient form can lead to self-discovery. Here are some essential facts and information on Chinese zodiac signs, highlighting the first six.

Here are some more essential facts and information on Chinese astrology. In Part II, we will look at the last six Chinese zodiac signs.

Some 250 cars in a constantly-changing display provide an eye-popping treat at The Auto Collections, located at Imperial Palace Hotel & Casino on the Strip. Most of the cars are for sale.

Even though the film as a whole is flawed, its parts are greater than its sum and I would still recommend seeing it because there is an amazing collection of talent on display that I found inspiring.

The net can be used to promote offline businesses.

Quebec City is one of the oldest communities in North Amnerica, having been established in 1608.

It was late at night, but the streets were still crowded. The narrow alleyways were made even more congested by the overwhelming presence of merchants.

A tour through Louisiana can also be a trip back in time, to the antebellum days. Louisiana has enough of these grand homes to create a tour specifically related to them.

Stan Laurel is best known for being the "lesser half" of the great comedy duo, Laurel and Hardy. Stan was the thin one who always inadvertently set up Oliver Hardy, sometimes literally, for a fall. Read on for more about Laurel's life.

Ernest Hemingway was born July 21, 1899 in Oak Park, Illinois.

Commonly called the worst filmmaker of all time, Ed Wood, Jr. is also a competent actor. I know! Unbelievable! Wood was a steadily working actor up until his death in the early seventies... and here is the proof.

How are hydroponic tomatoes grown in Hawaii?

Record labels are reissuing classic and historically important jazz recordings on CD now more than ever. Some of these sessions came out on vinyl, but many are newly discovered