Archbishop Fulton Sheen “What’s My Line”
The recently Blessed Fulton Sheen. Thanks to MP for sending this to me. This was on (and I remember “What’s My Line” – not this episode – it was on television for many years) 70 years ago in October, 1956. I do remember the four celebrity contestants. Notice Dorothy Kilgallen kisses his ring.
NYT: “America’s Elected Officials are Living in Fear”
Over threats of political violence. Across the whole political spectrum. And in some cases the President has poured oil on the fire. Not mentioned: this is more and more including prominent business men and women. It’s estimated that Musk companies pay $20 million for security for himself and his key people. The article should be … Read more
Short; Well known old fat guy deadlifts 500 lbs.
The guy doing this lift is Mark Rippetoe who is 70 years old and you can decide if he’s fat. He is a former competitive power lifter and a well known coach and owner of a string of Starting Strength fitness gyms. He’s also an author of several books and his book Practical Programming for … Read more
Saturday wordle – a miss
Ugh. Very tough – there were so many possibilities once I got the first three. I naver thought of the actual answer – BUMPY. Breaks my streak of 26 successes.
Friars; using AI to restore the basilica of St. Francis
Interesting stuff. Off of 60 Minutes, which has changed it’s modus operandi in the last several months.
Friday cocktail – Harry Truman’s favorite
And imitating Churchill he started the day with a shot of booze – in Truman’s case Bourbon. Farandaville variation -better than Truman’s 2 oz bourbon – like Truman 1/4 oz demerara syrup – BIG improvement on plain sugar! One dash orange bitters – or any amount and style of bitters to your taste. Stir in … Read more