Dispatches: Old West & Beyond 08.12.25
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“There’s always a sunrise and always a sunset and it’s up to you to choose to be there for it.” —Cheryl Strayed
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DISPATCHES FROM THE OLD WEST
(1) Lawman Cash Hollister carried an arrest warrant for an outlaw wanted in several states. But he never got the chance to serve it. "A Shot in the Dark.”
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(2) Another lawman who was ambushed in the line of duty was lawman Sam Sixkiller, who tracked down outlaws throughout Indian Territory. He also policed the streets of Muskogee, Indian Territory, one of the most dangerous towns in the West for anyone who wore a badge. “Ambush in Muskogee.”
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DISPATCHES FROM HERE & THERE
(3) At least a couple of times a month, I receive a mysterious text about a job opportunity. Perhaps it has happened to you. Nevertheless, these job offers are a scam. Although I delete them, I’ve wondered what would happen if I replied. But I didn’t have to because someone else did. Here’s what happened.
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(4) Tired of everything digital? Maybe the solution is to go analog. Here are 50 ways to unplug.
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(5) Designer Nanako Kume decided to make lampshades from pencil shavings. To accomplish his vision, he had to create a giant pencil.
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(6) Computer hackers are a real threat—especially if you’re not well protected. Many misunderstandings exist about how to be secure online. Here are four myths that may lead you astray when it comes to online security.
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(7) If you subscribe to TV streaming services, a global streaming finder might come in handy. Check it out here.
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(8) Here’s a suite of mini-games you can play at your convenience. The first game requires you to arrange numbers without running out of space. Be prepared to feel frustrated.
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“Curiosity is the most powerful thing you own. Imagination is a force that can actually manifest a reality.” –James Cameron
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