Aviva Directory
Aviva Directory
Sports & Recreation |
|---|
| “Corncob Pipe Capital of the World” |
| Washington, Missouri has the distinction of being named the “Corncob Pipe Capital of the World.” The company whose work led to this distinction is the Missouri Meerschaum Company, one of the world’s largest producers of corncob pipes. This town sits in the low hills along the Missouri River. |
 |
| History & Genealogy |
|---|
| Loma Prieta Quake |
| It was October 17, 1989, and I had just started our Christmas tree charity drive. I had spent the day calling technology companies and hotels in San Francisco, Hayward, Cupertino, and other Bay Area localities, offering our services decorating their lobbies for Christmas. |
|
| Sports & Recreation |
|---|
| The Blarney Stone |
| The Blarney Stone may exist in Ireland in the village of Blarney, but people the world over know of its existence and its intriguing reputation. It has been said, and believed by many, that whoever kisses the blarney stone will be blessed with the gift of gab, a silver tongue if you will. |
|
| Sports & Recreation |
|---|
| Dentists |
| I have mixed feelings about dentists. They tend to be pleasant people, but they still cause much discomfort. When the visit involves a checkup and cleaning, the first few minutes are spent with the hygienist. |
|
   |
