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  1. There was one Dutch family – we had te use their barn. It was too cold to sleep outside. We took over part of the family’s house – the ground floor and the barn. We used the barn to put our vehicles in so they couldn’t be spotted from the air. The mobile baths started catching up to us, and our mail, they brough in a mobile bakery. I had to go back with the jeep and pick up rations so I got to know the guy in the bakery. Cigarettes and whatnot changed hands, and I came away with three loaves of fresh bread. They were still warm. This Dutch family, they had three children – very young ones. I walked into the kitchen and I handed the lady of the house a hot loaf of bread. She broke down and cried. The kids gathered around her, they did’t know what it was. White bread..
    All Armstrong, 14th Canadian Hussars. Nijmegen, January 1945
    📸 Picture: Janine Vilain of Dunkirk and other children enjoying Canadian bread and sugar rations.
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  2. In 1962, John Ford, one of Hollywood's most iconic directors, made a startling admission that turned the usual narrative on its head. Ford, whose name is synonymous with epic westerns and unforgettable cinema, was often associated with the legendary John Wayne. Yet, in a candid moment, Ford revealed a surprising truth: it was not Wayne who was his favorite actor, but Woody Strode.
    “Hell, people think John Wayne is my favorite actor, but, in fact, it’s Woody Strode. Woody’s the real deal: a decathlete, a pro football player, and a wrestler. He’s part Cherokee, part Blackfoot, a real American," Ford said.
    This statement, coming from one of the most revered directors of his time, speaks volumes. It shines a light on an unsung hero whose life was as extraordinary as the roles he played on screen.
    Woody Strode was not your typical actor. Born in Los Angeles in 1914, his athletic prowess was evident long before he graced the silver screen. Strode was a formidable decathlete, a professional football player, and even a wrestler. He was the first Black football player for the Los Angeles Rams in 1946, breaking barriers in a sport that was often closed to people of his race. But it wasn’t just his athleticism that set him apart; it was his resilience and the complexity of his identity. Strode, who was part Cherokee and part Blackfoot, carried with him a deep connection to his heritage.
    In Hollywood, however, Strode faced the harsh realities of racial prejudice. At a time when roles for Black actors were often limited to stereotypes, Strode’s talents and his striking presence forced filmmakers to look beyond the usual portrayals. He became known for his strength, dignity, and quiet intensity, traits that made him stand out even in small roles. Though Strode’s film career would never match the level of fame achieved by stars like John Wayne, his contributions were undeniable. He was a trailblazer, opening doors for future Black actors, including Harry Belafonte and Sidney Poitier, who would come to define a new era of cinematic storytelling.
    Strode's rugged features, towering presence, and effortless charisma allowed him to play roles that were far more nuanced than the typical hero or villain. Perhaps his most memorable performance came in Ford's *The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance*, where he played the stoic and silent character of Pompey, a man of strength and honor who defied the prejudices of his time.
    Despite the industry’s limitations, Strode never settled for anything less than respect. His influence quietly reverberated through Hollywood’s evolving landscape, carving a path for future generations of actors to follow.
    Woody Strode may have never achieved the fame of some of his contemporaries, but in John Ford's eyes, he was the "real deal." And sometimes, that’s all that matters.
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  3. 2 hours ago, Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 said:

    Old lady?

    Played by Gladys Cooper.  Contractor Played by R.G. Armstrong. 

     

    Episode name, "Nothing In the Dark."

     

    5 hours ago, watab kid said:
     
    i guess thats what we are to think , as we get old we need to make room for the young ......im still thinking on it , 

     

    My takeaway is that death, or any unknown,  is nothing to fear.

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  4. 5 hours ago, Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 said:

    Erotic is with a feather. Exotic is with the whole chicken.

     

    Hmmmm....I thought it was 

    Erotic whe we use a feather.

    Exotic when you (plural) use a feather. 

    Kinky when you use the bird.

    Perverse when you abuse the bird.

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  5. 4 hours ago, Old Man Graybeard said:

    A friend had a bout of it. Many doctors and many tests later…somehow they found he had cataracts that were the cause. Sounds weird…but the cataract surgery seems to have helped him

     

    Cataracts can mess with depth perception.  Messed up depth perception can cause vertigo.

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  6. A Culinary Experiment

    Ham Burger Patties
    2 cups Ground Ham
    ¼ tsp Hot Smoked Spanish Paprika
    1 TBS powdered Ham Base
    1 Egg
    ~ ½ - ¾ cup Quick Rolled Oats
    A few grinds of black pepper

    Mix well, form into patties (really compress them), cook in nonstick skillet with a little butter over medium low heat until GB&D.

    Turned out pretty good.  Good enough to type up and save.

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  7. Police Departments across our republic have received reports that highly addictive substances will soon be circulating in our area.  These substances go by names like "Thin Mints," "Caramel DeLites," "Peanut Butter Patties," and "Lemonades."

    These substances are distributed by strong, smart, fearless young women who will lure you in with their good-cause story and get you hooked.  Many people start with just one box, but one turns into two, two turns into five, and the next thing you know, you're hiding your stash in your freezer.

    We want the community to know that we are here for you.  Police will set up a dropoff location for these "Girl Scout Cookies" at the local police stations, where our officers can dispose of them safely.

     

     

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