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...lived. Franklin believed that owning slaves diminished the master's work ethic and ruined the white children in the families that owned them because they are "educated in idleness." Yet, while rearing son William, the Franklins bought more slaves, named Othello, King and George. The last two were in tow when Franklin left for England with his 26-year...
...elope. Not anymore. So-called destination weddings have long been popular with adventurous Americans and Japanese couples seeking alternatives to expensive ceremonies at home. Today, an estimated one-third of U.S. couples combine wedding and honeymoon into one big getaway - or "weddingmoon" - usually with friends and relatives in tow. But destination weddings are growing in popularity among Europeans, thanks to some of the same factors that have fueled the trend in the U.S. As the marriage age increases, older couples are more determined to take control of their weddings, especially since they're likely to be footing the bill. According...
...feet and looks for a two-mile stretch of cloudless sky through which Noonan can jump. When suitable sky is located, a professional skydiving instructor attaches himself to Noonan’s back with a network of straps and four metal clamps strong enough to tow a car. When Noonan says he’s ready, the instructor leans off the edge—and down they...
...feeling as though we belonged. The Bristol Lounge is one of those rare gems that seems to transport you back to an age where ladies really did lunch, gentlemen smoked cigars and cucumber sandwiches were the snack-food of choice. Beacon Hill grandmothers luxuriated on overstuffed armchairs while their tow-headed grandchildren bounced up and down on equally comfortable, homey sofas. Near the elegant bar that lined one side of the room, harassed businesspeople took time out from negotiations to enjoy a pre-dinner drink...
...city dismantled all street and traffic lights along the route, and tree crews sawed off branches to make way. Police officers detoured traffic, and tow trucks stood at the ready...