Stories: Old West & Beyond 04.15.24
“Failure will never stand in the way of success if you can learn from it.” —Hank Aaron
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Good morning. This is Tuesday, April 15th. Today’s stories include one about a man who became the most-wanted outlaw since Jesse James. . .Weird items left behind in Ubers. . . and How to boil an egg in 16 steps. Enjoy today’s read.
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1. THE OLD WEST: A MOST-HUNTED MAN
Rube Burrow worked the family farm and a cattle ranch for an uncle but decided it was more lucrative to rob trains. He became the target of a major manhunt. Read about the man who became the most-wanted outlaw since Jesse James: The Man with Cold Blue Eyes.
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2. THE OLD WEST: THE LEGEND OF RUBE BURROW
According to the Encyclopedia of Alabama, Rube Burrow has been associated with several legends. He was often referred to as the “Alabama Robin Hood.”
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3. TRUTH IS STRANGER THAN FICTION
The Civil War era, American politics, Wall Street, forgery, and royalty all represent great topics for fictional movie adventures. Here are 55 flicks that echo those same themes and others but are based on true stories.
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4. MOST SCENIC PLACES ACROSS THE USA
The United States features a diverse range of landscapes from coast to coast. Here are 51 of the country’s most beautiful places. Find the one in your state.
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5. COSMIC WONDERS SEEN BY HUBBLE TELESCOPE ON YOUR BIRTHDAY
On my birthday in 2002, the Hubble Telescope captured the image of a cluster of galaxies 2.2 billion light years away. See what the Hubble looks at after you enter your birthdate.
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6. HERE IS THE UBER’S NINTH-ANNUAL LOST & FOUND INDEX
Phones, keys, and wallets are the three most common items left behind in Uber vehicles. But among the more unique things were a Viking drinking horn, mattresses, and a mini-fridge.
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7. THE ART OF MAKING THE PERFECT BOILED EGG
I’ve always thought that making a good boiled egg was a no-brainer, and didn’t require a significant investment in time. Not so, according to the latest science, which requires 16 steps and over half an hour.
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8. THE SOUND OF FORESTS
The next time you’re in a forest, stop and listen to the different sounds. Birds, insects, animals, humans navigating trails, a sudden shower, or distant thunder. Check out the sounds of random forests.
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“A journey is best measured in friends, not in miles.” —Tim Cahill
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