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Sixty years….

On this date in 1963, Maestro Erich Leinsdorf was to take the podium in Boston….  

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“A vision in splendor of the great kings of old”

For lack of anything better to post today, here’s a rundown of the British monarchy, all the way back. Note Edward VIII, saying a hearty “Nope!” to the whole thing. Full-size version here. (And if you’re the artist, let me … Continue reading

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Nine Score and One Year ago….

March 4 was the original date mandated by the US Constitution for the commencement of Presidential terms, which means that March 4 was Inauguration Day. This was later changed with the 20th Amendment, which moved the Presidential term of office’s … Continue reading

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