Stories: Old West & Beyond 03/12/24
“No man's life, liberty, or property are safe while the legislature is in session.” —Gideon J. Tucker, New York State judge (1865)
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Good Morning. It’s Tuesday, March 12, 2024. This is Alfred Hitchcock Day—really! It’s also National Plant a Flower Day.
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STORY MENU
Calmest man on the Gallows ... Hired Gun ... Small Talk ... Boxed cats ... Happy, Happy, Happy ... Words ... A ride Worth Millions ... Snacking
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WILD WEST
One-time lawman turned outlaw Tom Horn won the admiration of some who turned out for his hanging, observing that Horn was the calmest man on the platform. "The Day Tom Horn Hanged."
Wyoming Governor W.A. Richards once described Tom Horn as a "cool devil." The remark followed his meeting with Horn to discuss exterminating cattle rustlers from Big Horn County. "The Enforcer."
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FIVE STORIES FROM HERE & THERE
1—COMMUNICATION
Lots of us engage in small talk. But mastering the art of it requires a special skill.
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2—THE LURE OF BOXES
When I can't find the kittens who prowl my place, they're usually hunkered down in a box. Most cats love boxes. Even fake ones. Here’s why.
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3—HAPPINESS
Is the community you’re living in considered a happy one? Check out the Happiest Cities in America.
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4—LANGUAGE
Jackassery and Barbermonger share the honor of being included on Merriam-Webster's list of beautiful and useless words.
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5—LUXURY
Elegance is always paired with price. Imagine for a moment you’re a millionaire, and you want to buy a luxury car. How much would you be willing to spend to buy the world’s most expensive car?
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Snacking is a way of life across the fruited Plains. Here are America’s favorite snacks state by state.
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REFLECTION
“Wishes cost nothing unless you want them to come true.” —Frank Tyger, American Journalist and Cartoonist
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