Category Archives: Jax History

Why Are We Sleeping?

Posted on February 16, 2011 by newzgrrl

The post title and following text come from T. Frederick Davis’s 1925 work, “History of Jacksonville Florida and Vicinity, 1513 to 1924.” The green cloth-covered hardback beckoned to be read from the beginning. This text is at the end of … Continue reading →

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Hey, children, what’s that sound?

Posted on January 7, 2011 by newzgrrl

He has been called the City’s most loyal employee, in service for 120 years now. On the few occasions when he has taken a break, his employer fields calls to be sure he is in good health. Should you forget … Continue reading →

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