Monthly Archives: March 2019

Henderson Libraries Sixth Annual Local Author Showcase

Posted on March 24, 2019 by Robert Lee Murphy

The Henderson Libraries Sixth Annual Local Author Showcase, held on Saturday, March 23, 2019, at the Paseo Verde Library in Henderson, Nevada, was a success for authors and patrons alike. I participated in the afternoon session and autographed copies of … Continue reading →

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On the Railroad 150 Years Ago

Posted on March 11, 2019 by Robert Lee Murphy

Ulysses S. Grant was inaugurated as the 18th President of the United States on March 4, 1869. His first executive order, released later that evening, directed the suspension of the issuance of further subsidy bonds to the Union Pacific and … Continue reading →

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Farmer Robert

Posted on March 1, 2019 by Robert Lee Murphy

Today, on my 81st birthday, my wife, Barbara, decided she wanted to grow fresh lettuce on our patio in Nevada. I spent most of the day gathering pots, cuttings, soil, and fertilizer to make this dream come true. Guess who … Continue reading →

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