Monthly Archives: January 2007

The Grand Trotter “Axtell”

Posted on January 29, 2007 by Oliver

One of the most famous animals to bear the name “Axtell” is a four-legged one who is unknown today but who captured the attention of the horse racing world a century ago. THE GRAND YOUNG TROTTING STALLION AXTELL BY WILLIAM … Continue reading →

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Shaker Meeting

Posted on January 22, 2007 by Oliver

Several years ago Pat and I visited Shaker Village in Kentucky. No real Shakers live there any more, one reason being that one of their beliefs was that members of the sect ought not to marry.  But the lovely big farm is … Continue reading →

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