[The trains were never forgotten, but the extent of their influence only came to light with the arrival of the read more

[The trains were never forgotten, but the extent of their influence only came to light with the arrival of the internet and the subsequent flowering of genealogical research. This obsession with roots will be felt especially keenly by foundlings, who often have no way of exploring their family histories.] I notice that genealogical sites now have warnings on them saying people should be ready for little surprises, ... They're not all going to find themselves descended from King Henry VIII or Richard Cur de Lion or Wellington. This is rather strange because it was pretty taken for granted a few generations ago that families had all kinds of little moments where things had gone not according to the book. It was just one of those things. You tried to accommodate it. There was no social welfare. You just had to sort it out within villages, the families, the parish. Children went to the workhouse, but people knew about it. Nowadays, there's a kind of surprise that these cases were so commonplace.

Solid waste ordinances say put bulky items in the alley and we'll come pick it up. We say if you read more

Solid waste ordinances say put bulky items in the alley and we'll come pick it up. We say if you put bulky items in the alley, you'll get a letter and a citation.

No pleasure is worth giving up for the sake of two more years in a geriatric home at Weston-super-Mare

No pleasure is worth giving up for the sake of two more years in a geriatric home at Weston-super-Mare

I've made several films that haven't been shown.

I've made several films that haven't been shown.

When he comes to Ohio, the economy really gets emphasized. They have incorporated the fact that Ohio is not doing read more

When he comes to Ohio, the economy really gets emphasized. They have incorporated the fact that Ohio is not doing very well into their strategy.

In 1992 and 1993, people thought I was crazy. Then, all my predictions started coming true, and I realized I read more

In 1992 and 1993, people thought I was crazy. Then, all my predictions started coming true, and I realized I had better get the book out before people said I was just reporting the news.

I'm not afraid of storms, for I'm learning how to sail my ship.

I'm not afraid of storms, for I'm learning how to sail my ship.

I lived in countryside with my family.

I lived in countryside with my family.

This will be the best all-around boxing card ever here in Los Angeles, ... The prices of the card are read more

This will be the best all-around boxing card ever here in Los Angeles, ... The prices of the card are affordable. They appeal to the ordinary boxing fan here in Los Angeles. You will not see tickets for $1000. Fans who love boxing can purchase tickets as low as $25. Over half the tickets are $50 and less.