PG | 1 h 43 min | Drama, Western | 1958 Weary from the Civil War, ex-Confederate soldier John Chandler (Alan Ladd) rides into an Illinois town. His 10-year-old son, David (David Ladd), so tiny he’s barely seen, sits back to back with his father and grins at his dog, Lance (King, a real-life champion…
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Closing Prices for Crude Oil, Gold, and Other Commodities (May 15)
May 15, 2023
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Benchmark U.S. crude oil for June delivery rose $1.07 to $71.11 a barrel Monday. Brent crude for July delivery rose $1.06 to $75.23 a barrel. Wholesale gasoline for June delivery rose 4 cents $2.47 a gallon. June heating oil rose 7 cents to $2.38 a gallon. June natural gas rose 11 cents to $2.38 per…
A Chowder Hack
Chowder is an all-year, all-weather soup. When the weather is wet and chilly, there’s nothing more comforting than hunkering over a steaming bowl of chowder, with seafood and chunky potatoes jockeying for space in a rich and creamy stew. When the weather shifts to sunshine and warmth, a bowl of chowder evokes the sea and…
Could Pilot Strikes Disrupt Summer Travel?
By Rich Thomaselli From TravelPulse There is a scene in the film “The American President,” almost a throwaway scene, where a change in the president’s plans happens. Apparently, there is an airline strike in St. Louis and he is intending to fly there with the hopes of mediating. As he is putting on his coat,…
Easy-Going and Quirky, Port Aransas Is a Good Place to ‘Sit and Watch the World Go By’
By Patti Nickell From Tribune News Service Port Aransas—Sitting on the deck of Grumble’s Seafood Co. overlooking the Port Aransas marina, I sipped a tropical drink and watched as the sky used every purple shade in the celestial crayon box in its final salute to the day. First came a pale swath of lavender, followed…
Braised Leeks Are Particularly Delicious in Late Spring
I adore leeks. First introduced to me when I lived in Paris in my early 20s, their rich, sweet flavor and soft, yet sturdy texture had me smitten. The simple tart mustard dressing drizzled on top glistened. Leeks are more delicate than an onion and have a distinct, almost creamy, texture. Try them in stews, soups and…
’Tis the Season for Gather-’Round-the-Grill Entertaining!
No matter the weather, we fire up the grill over Memorial Day weekend. Many years, that entails thick sweaters and rain gear. We jump at the chance to launch our gather-’round-the-grill style of entertaining. Since I prefer to spend time with guests, rather than the labor in the kitchen, I work in advance. A burger buffet proves…
3 Steps to Downsize in a Hurry
Ideally, you’d spend months or even years carefully purging excess belongings—but life may have other plans. Maybe you or someone you love has a health crisis and needs to move into assisted living. Or someone has died and their home has to be cleared before next month’s rent is due. Maybe you’re just moving soon…
Theater Review: ‘Ernest Shackleton Loves Me’: A Romantic Time Travel Adventure
CHICAGO—Many may never have heard of Ernest Shackleton, a British explorer who took off on an Antarctic Expedition in 1914 with the goal of crossing that frozen continent. His ship became stuck in ice and was slowly crushed. Shackleton with a few of his crew traveled 800 miles in a small lifeboat to seek help…
Little Known Ways to Get Free Seeds, Tools, Gardening Supplies
There’s nothing like spring and the promise of warmer summer days right around the corner to awaken one’s inner gardener. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or a beginner, given these inflationary times, you may need more time to fork out money on gardening supplies and tools. Well, take heart! There are a number of places…
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