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        In the 1890's the United States experienced the beginning of the great immigration wave from Eastern Europe. Previous waves of immigrants had come mainly from the British Isles, people who could at least speak and understand the King's English.
    And what was happening in the nation as a whole could be found happening in Braidwood.  Let's look at the ingredients in Braidwood's melting pot.

    Women are the flowers of society, being pure of heart, chaste of mind and incapable of intentionally doing wrong. This was, in essence, the prevailing notion of the weaker sex during the 19th century. Of course, it has no basis in fact. Women were fully as capable of committing crimes as men, but with perhaps less opportunity.

    Many lovers of Scotch whiskey will tell you that scotch is an “acquired” taste. If scotch is in fact an acquired taste, how does one acquire the taste?
    Fall is the season for holiday parties, family gatherings and many other “scotch worthy” occasions. Are you looking to acquire the taste?
    I figured this week I would offer some tips to ensure that you have a proper introduction to my favorite whiskey.

    By September of 1918 the United States was fully involved in the war. A steady stream of troops made their way to England and France. Even more were stationed around the country at training camps where they were learning the art of war. Today we hear their voices through the letters they sent home.