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Blacksmiths in History
Patrick Lyon was a well-known locksmith in post-revolution era Philadelphia, and a suspect in the largest bank robbery of that time. In late summer of 1798, a deadly yellow fever plague was spreading throughout the city, including the state and national capitol, and America’s largest city. Those who could, fled. Patrick Lyon made plans for…
Read MoreThe Amish Parochial School System
One room school houses are a thing of the past in most areas, but in Lancaster county this venerable institution is more plentiful than ever. The Amish youth are taught by Amish school teachers in their Amish private schools. The grades are from one to eight, after which boys and girls enter the work force…
Read MoreSusie’s Chocolate Whoopie Pies
3 cups all purpose flour 1 cup cocoa 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 cups white sugar 1 teaspoon salt Put these six ingredients in large mixing bowl and mix well. Add 1 cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons vanilla ¾ cup yogurt ¼ cup water Blend well. Beat 4 eggs and blend…
Read MoreCurious
Many people are curious why the Amish do not use modern conveniences such as electricity. Actually they do, but within strict guidelines. For example, electricity itself is not regarded as “bad” but certain things it can do definitely are. Also they do not use electricity from the “grid” because that is regarded as being inter…
Read MoreJohn’s Favorite Homemade Grilling Sauce
1 cup ketchup ½ cup brown sugar (packed) 1/3 cup regular sugar ¼ cup honey ¼ cup molasses 2 teaspoon prepared mustard 1-1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon liquid smoke 1/8 teaspoon pepper Marinate the meat in this mixture for at least two hours before grilling. Apply periodically while grilling to keep…
Read MoreInvitation to the World Renowned Architectural Digest Home Design Show
Hello, We trust you are having a good start to 2013. We wanted to invite you to the 12th Architectural Digest Home Design Show, held March 21st-23rd at Pier 94 in Manhattan, NY. We will be showcasing solutions to client’s individual challenges in property fence terrace railings, interior railings and estate gates. We are participating to…
Read MoreEducational Event in St. Louis
We are excited to announce that we will be on the road to St. Louis in a few weeks. We will be attending a conference hosted by the National Ornamental and Miscellaneous Metals Association, NOMMA. The goal of the conference is to bring together industry experts to discuss new developments and challenges and share techniques…
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