We welcome your stories about most anything youve ever done that you feel makes an interesting story. Does not have to relate to metal detecting. http://www.findmall.com/list.php?14Tue, 21 May 2013 10:48:40 -0500 Phorum 5.2.18 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1878631,1878631#msg-1878631 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1878631,1878631#msg-1878631
A little while later a helicopter comes over very low and hovers, and then it was obvious to me, that the man was proposing to her in a helicopter ride. Very cool gesture I thought.

Later, an hour or two perhaps down the road, the girl and guy show up on the beach, and they asked me if I'd mind using their camera to take a picture of them both. I said sure. After a few pictures I joked in good humor to her "Don't get used to him spending money like that. Five years from now it might take some effort to even get him to spring for a pizza."

They both laughed, which is good, as I guess sometimes my sense of humor might rub people the wrong way.

Anyway, so later down the road I was thinking, that they might look back on that moment and laugh and laugh about the remark I made when they relate the story of that big day for them to others in how he proposed to her.

Conversely though, I then had a second thought- Perhaps it might have been the wrong thing to say. Might be every time they argue about money decades from now she throws in his face "I should have listened to that guy years ago who said you wouldn't even spring for a pizza five years from that day!" I could see the guy smacking his forehead and yelling "Not the stupid pizza story again!" :biggrin:

Or, how about this...Somewhere out there is a guy, years from now, quietly polishing a baseball bat in a dark room as he slugs down a bottle of Jack and murmurs to himself..."You have no idea how she's used that line on me over all these years...I don't even have a good comeback line to answer her with...Make a stupid remark like that on my big day will ya? I've got your pizza right here buddy..." :biggrin:]]> Critterhunter 20th Century Tales ForumTue, 19 Mar 2013 20:27:12 -0500 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1866366,1866366#msg-1866366 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1866366,1866366#msg-1866366
Read about it at: http://todaynews.today.com/_news/2013/02/27/17103863-want-to-find-his-hidden-treasure-worth-millions-head-outdoors?lite&ocid=msnhp&pos=5

P.S. A 5% acknowledgment fee would be appreciated if you find it. :laugh:]]> HendersonHunter 20th Century Tales ForumWed, 27 Feb 2013 09:49:38 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1856213,1856213#msg-1856213 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1856213,1856213#msg-1856213Mud]]> mudpuppy 20th Century Tales ForumSun, 10 Feb 2013 20:03:01 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1851084,1851084#msg-1851084 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1851084,1851084#msg-1851084
"Do you think you could give me some tips?" he asked. The old man looked him up and down and said, "Well, for one thing, you're wearing your gun too high, tie the holster a little lower down your leg". "will that make me a better gunfighter?" asked the young man. "Sure will", replied the old-timer. The young man did as he was told, stood up, whipped out his 44 and shot the bow tie off the piano player. "That's terrific!" said the hot shot. "Got any more tips for me?" "Yep", said the old man. "Cut a notch out of your holster where the hammer hits it, that'll give you a smoother draw". "Will that make me a better gunfighter?" asked the younger man. "You bet it will" said the old-timer. The young man took out his knife, cut a notch, stood up, drew his gun in a blur, and then shot a cufflink off the piano player. "WOW!" said the young cowboy. "Got any more tips?" The old man pointed to a large can in the corner of the saloon. "See that axle grease over there? Coat your gun with it". The young man went over to the can and smeared some of the grease on the barrel of his gun. "NO", said the old timer, "I mean smear it all over the gun, handle and all". "Will that make me a better gun fighter?", said the young man. "NO" said the old man, "But when Wyatt Earp gets done playing that piano, he's gonna shove that gun up your a$$, and it wont hurt as much".]]> GateKeeper 20th Century Tales ForumThu, 21 Feb 2013 13:43:21 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1844538,1844538#msg-1844538 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1844538,1844538#msg-1844538Rj :usaflag:]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumThu, 21 Feb 2013 13:44:13 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1844533,1844533#msg-1844533 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1844533,1844533#msg-1844533Rj :usaflag:]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumMon, 01 Apr 2013 17:46:25 -0500 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1839417,1839417#msg-1839417 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1839417,1839417#msg-1839417I mentioned Higgins Boat Co., manufactured P.T. Boats, as did ELCO, Electric Boat Co. of Connecticut.

Rj :usaflag:]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumTue, 22 Jan 2013 13:42:22 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1839394,1839394#msg-1839394 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1839394,1839394#msg-1839394Although launched in 1984, She is modeled after an 1889 Gloucester Fishing Schooner. Overall Length is 125', and height from Sea to top of mast is 100'. The Hull is Long Leaf Yellow Pine and White Oak.
She was built in the old Charleston Navy Yard in Boston.

Rj :usaflag:]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumWed, 09 Jan 2013 18:16:54 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1835701,1835701#msg-1835701 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1835701,1835701#msg-1835701Today, I visited Worcester Massachusetts. While finding a certain Body Shop, I came upon this magnificent building. I state this for a couple of reasons, the First, is the Art Deco Style as to the way the architecture is.The building is built of steel girders, riveted together, much like all the older bridges are built in New England, specially Railroad bridges. (I sure this procedure is not unique to New England) The Lightship Nantucket is also built by this procedure! The Second reason, is the purpose of the building, It houses a most unusual Museum! KNIGHTLY ARMORY?? I don't know about you, but Knights in Armor, Swords, Balls with Spikes mounted to chains, etc., has always intrigued me since I was a Young Boy. You know, King Arthur, Robin Hood an the like...admit it, you enjoyed it too! You never had a Sword fight? Com'on....
Checked on line, this place is really special. "it is the ONLY dedicated Museum in the Western Hemisphere! One of few collections of Armor, outside of Europe" The site states, the building is the First, all Steel and Glass Construction in America, built in 1931 opened its doors to the public, and continues to this day. Visit the Web : www.higginsorg/history-museum

Road Trip this weekend! Can't Wait..:thumbup:

Rj :usaflag:]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumSun, 06 Jan 2013 16:23:16 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1834357,1834357#msg-1834357 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1834357,1834357#msg-1834357Months later, I happened to go along the Harbor, and stopped at the Gloucester Maritime Heritage Center. Been there before, but never walked down the sloping driveway, just viewed the old docks from my Suburban. On premises is a working Boat Shop, building mostly smaller Dory's by hand. There is also an old Marine Railway still active. At the time they were converting an old Fishing Dragger into a copy of the "Beaver". The original "Beaver" was the Ship, that became famous for what We all know as "The Boston Tea Party", when Locals got fed up with the British for too many Taxes, dressed like American Indians, boarded the Beaver, and tossed all the British Tea overboard in protest. Can you imagine, way back then, the nerve of the British to overtax the population?? :sadwalk: Hmmm, sounds familiar, but there are no Brits running our Gov't now..is there?? But that's another story...that should be for the Views Forum!!:devil:
Back to my story....While snooping around the Heritage Center, there on the lower level of the Museum, at the rear of the building, is the Diving Locker! Wow, I found the location by accident. This was around five years ago. I return there every year, to visit Paul Harling, the Curator, Only Volunteer, Story Teller, and Owner of the contents of The Diving Locker, cannot forget, Caretaker of THE Cat. This unique Museum is small, cramped into two rooms, almost every piece of Diving equipment imaginable, and then some! This Museum is also the self-acclaimed, Home, of the Manx Cat. No one "owns" the Manx, but Everyone knows who He is, and where He resides (and eats). The Cat, travels to his own content, may "reside" at the Heritage Center, or even the Local Bank, whom wish to "claim ownership", that is until The Cat, forgets his manners in etiquette or feels ill. Then the Diving Locker is suddenly the "True Owner" and is called to retrieve The Cat. This Cat is friendly, purrs to His content, and minds his own business!
By the way, a Manx Cat is born with NO Tail, and this guy is about 14 years old. Now this guy, Paul Harling is in his Seventies, a retired 30 plus year School Teacher, and Professional retired Diver himself.

Rj :usaflag:]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumWed, 02 Jan 2013 08:58:27 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1834286,1834286#msg-1834286 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1834286,1834286#msg-1834286
May you be blessed with all the best the New Year has to offer,

Cupajo/"AKA Lew"]]> Cupajo 20th Century Tales ForumMon, 31 Dec 2012 22:37:16 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1831062,1831062#msg-1831062 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1831062,1831062#msg-1831062(This message does not contain any text.)
]]> Cupajo 20th Century Tales ForumTue, 25 Dec 2012 16:27:32 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1830789,1830789#msg-1830789 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1830789,1830789#msg-1830789Santa's new Sleigh.]]> RustyNTX 20th Century Tales ForumMon, 24 Dec 2012 16:35:04 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1830510,1830510#msg-1830510 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1830510,1830510#msg-1830510(This message does not contain any text.)
]]> RustyNTX 20th Century Tales ForumMon, 24 Dec 2012 15:28:08 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1830136,1830136#msg-1830136 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1830136,1830136#msg-1830136
MERRY CHRISTMAS!]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumSat, 29 Dec 2012 21:35:47 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1829886,1829886#msg-1829886 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1829886,1829886#msg-1829886Rj]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumSun, 23 Dec 2012 16:00:41 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1829564,1829564#msg-1829564 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1829564,1829564#msg-1829564
video views on my youtube channel(without going

viral).
Here is one of my favorites (it's a short one)
[url=http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=PDIPa2e9Lm8&list=UUW8sMcKM- Z4xdh6UjfOLZIQ&index=120]milestone[/url]]]> montereymacgyver 20th Century Tales ForumSat, 22 Dec 2012 13:12:59 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1827648,1827648#msg-1827648 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1827648,1827648#msg-1827648Twenty Little Angels

The day began as most days do
Nothing special you might say
But before the morning ended
Twenty little angels flew away

They went to school that morning
Thoughts of Christmas toys and things
But before the morning ended
Twenty little angels got their wings

They didnt know what would happen
On that day they would die
But before the morning ended
Twenty little angels learned to fly

Alone on their new journey
GOD knew they'd need help that day
And made six new Guardian Angels
To guide them on their way

Twenty little Angels play
While six Guardian Angels tend
Before GODs morning is over
Well get to see them all again.

John L. (Rusty) Smith]]> RustyNTX 20th Century Tales ForumFri, 21 Dec 2012 08:16:30 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1824807,1824807#msg-1824807 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1824807,1824807#msg-1824807To me every gravestone has some kind of history, or if you look hard enough, it just might tell a story.
There is no doubt in my mind, Peter had two "Loves of his life", PT 191 and his wife Mildred! They were married in August, 27th day,1949. Shortly after the War. Viewing the Stone, the two were deeply in love, and no doubt meant alot to each other, for life. Peter must have served on PT 191 when he was only 19, or 20 years old during the latter part of WWII. We may never know, how they met. But it appears, they had a great marriage for many years.

It appears a lot of thought full thinking, and love went into designing the Stone. I can only assume, perhaps the two of them planned the Stone in earlier years? Some expense went into the making of this, no doubt at all. The PT Boat etching, Peter's image as a young Sailor, proud of his Service, and proud of his Boat! No doubt, an experience he never forgot! The real elegance of the planning, is the open book, resting on the Stone. The Poem is excellent. Again, I have no idea, if the Poem was "borrowed" from another publication, or if Peter and Mildred wrote it themselves. I want to believe it was written by them in my mind.
To make it easier to read, here it is:

BEYOND THE SUNSET
Should You go first and I remain to
walk the road alone
I'll live in memories garden, Dear,
with happy day's we've known,
In Spring, I'll wait for Roses Red
when faded the Lilacs Blue.
In early Fall, when brown leaves fall,
I'll catch a glimpse of You.
I'll hear your voice, I'll see you smile
thou blindly I may grope.
The memory of your helping hand
will buoy me on with hope.
Should You go first and I remain,
one thing I'll have You do,
walk slowly down that long lane,
for soon I'll follow You.
I want to know each step You take
for someday down that lonely road,
You'll hear me call your name.

Searching on some PT Boat web sites, I found PT 191 was built by ELCO Electric Boat Company in Bayonne N.J. being launched on Feb. 5th, 1943.
The 191 served during the War in the South West Pacific . This vessel was one of the first, to have torpedo launching Racks, instead of Tubes. Most
PT boats had nicknames, this one being named "BAMBI" according to Will Day's PT Boat List.
191 belonged to RON 12, with LCDR John Harllee and Lt. John J. McGlynn USNR. ( RON is short for SquadRON )
This vessel evidently returned to the United States after the War, and was sold. Most were left behind and destroyed or burned. Remember, "They were Expendable"!!
Rj :usaflag:]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumSat, 15 Dec 2012 08:04:51 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1824336,1824336#msg-1824336 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1824336,1824336#msg-1824336Mr. Hay died at 44 yrs, which in the 1800's was almost considered a life time, but his Wife, Isabella lived for 91 years! I am sure they grieved for their children for a long long time.... I can only guess Mr. Hay, must have owned the real ship if there was one... I could not find any information on the vessel or the Hays.
Rj :usaflag:]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumTue, 18 Dec 2012 23:42:19 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1824322,1824322#msg-1824322 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1824322,1824322#msg-1824322This particular vessel, named Capt's Quarters isn't going to see water, anytime soon.... The port and starboard props, shafts and struts have some issues! The Dual rudders are bent and the keel is damaged. I do not know the story of what happened.
I admit, I have bent a prop or two over the years, but I have never, ever, seen props damaged like this! The Starboard prop, looks like it was stuck down a tapered pipe at high revolutions!! Personally, looking at the age of the boat and the damage, this one will be heading to a scrapper.
Rj :usaflag:]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumSat, 15 Dec 2012 07:41:09 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1823273,1823273#msg-1823273 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1823273,1823273#msg-1823273Check out the Envelope! Can you imagine, Niagra almost frozen??
Rj :usaflag:]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumSat, 15 Dec 2012 07:38:02 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1822192,1822192#msg-1822192 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1822192,1822192#msg-1822192The vessel is owned and maintained by the Orleans Historical Society, and is used as a floating museum. Rick Ryder is the caretaker, and is very passionate about his responsibility. I was fortunate to not only get to cruise on board, but Rick, let me take the Helm for 20 minutes or so.
Rj :usaflag:]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumSun, 09 Dec 2012 21:08:46 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1822163,1822163#msg-1822163 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1822163,1822163#msg-1822163The Nantucket LV 112 is a National Landmark, and as of this Summer, also became one of the Nations first 25, National Treasures.
The photo's are showing Her arrival, being towed broadside by a Tug. The Naval personnel from the USS Constitution came over and helped grab the docking lines, and to secure our ship. Because we were docked within fifty feet of the USS Constitution, a bomb sniffing dog, from Homeland Security, needed to come aboard to check for explosives!
Rj :usaflag:]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumWed, 12 Dec 2012 21:42:15 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1821939,1821939#msg-1821939 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1821939,1821939#msg-18219392. Burnhams Boat Yard, about Fifth Generation of building fine ships right in their own backyard, Essex Ma.
3. Boston , with the Customs House in center, The First Skyscraper built in Boston. 25 years ago, it was the only one!
4. Boston, The white steeple is the Old North Church, of Paul Rever Fame! You know, the British are coming...1 if by Sea, 2 if by land! The towers on
either side, are the Zacome Bridge, part of Boston's "Big Dig"
5. Old Trawler, rotting away at Fitzgerald's Boatyard, Chelsea Ma.
6. Ships Wheel, Nantucket Lightship LV112, original wheel from 1936. East Boston, Ma.
Rj :usaflag:]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumSun, 09 Dec 2012 21:25:55 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1821923,1821923#msg-1821923 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1821923,1821923#msg-1821923I never expected to be taking photo's of a CG Chopper, from inside a Lighthouse! For a great view, click on the photo's.
Rj :usaflag:]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumFri, 07 Dec 2012 22:08:00 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1820763,1820763#msg-1820763 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1820763,1820763#msg-1820763 Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumFri, 07 Dec 2012 21:56:29 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1820743,1820743#msg-1820743 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1820743,1820743#msg-1820743Old vessels such as this are a dying breed, and a piece of history that is disappearing rapidly.
Rj:usaflag:]]> Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumFri, 07 Dec 2012 21:57:51 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1820733,1820733#msg-1820733 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1820733,1820733#msg-1820733 Ron J 20th Century Tales ForumWed, 12 Dec 2012 18:02:47 -0600 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1820718,1820718#msg-1820718 http://www.findmall.com/read.php?14,1820718,1820718#msg-1820718Jessies Coon Hunt

Yesterday, while reading on-line,
I was reminded of a tale I knew
About me and a friend of mine
And of a cold night that I would rue

Jessie's Barber Shop I had found
And I was sitting in the barbers chair
Tales told of hunts with dads one hound,
Chasing 'coons in the fall night air.

Jessie, an avid 'coon hunter, too
'Posed a hunt 'cause the time was right
For hounds, he had borrowed two
He was going to try them that night.

I jumped at the chance to join him
Had not hunted for many years
The moon rose that night, late and dim
The hounds baying, music to my ears.

We left at Nine, from a wooded vale
To see how the dogs would perform
The night was cold, the moon was pale
The frost was just starting to form

Two Redbone hounds leaped from the truck
We never thought that we wouldnt see
Them strike a trail with any luck
And put a 'coon up a big old tree

The night grew colder as we walked apace
Our breath, condensed with each exhale
The clouds skirting 'cross the pale moon's face
While the wind made a mornful wail

An hour we walked and never a hint
Of the yodeling cries of the chase
Neither dog had picked up a scent
And our hopes grew dim for a race

The dogs never ventured from our side
They never left our hearing range
Jessie, then said he just couldn't abide
'Coon hounds that acted so strange

We each caught a hound by the collar
Our belts we then used as a lead
Back to the truck they would 'foller"
So to call them in, thered be no need

Light was needed for sure it seems
To illuminate the path ahead
Jessie's lamp had a powerful beam
So as we started out, he led.

Light from mine, I could hardly see
It's beam just barely would show
A spot on the ground before me
And the battery power was getting low

I stumbled over rocks and roots
And tripped on a briar or two
Thankful that I had worn my boots
Instead of my canvas tennis shoes

Suddenly Jessie's dog leaped in fright
Knocking the light from Jessie's grasp
And darkness took the place of light
Only the pale moon, any light did cast

My dog jumped against the lead
Fighting to get loose and away
The forceful pull, I could not impede
As he dragged me into the fray

Suddenly something grabbed me
Around the leg above the boot
I thought at first I'd snagged a tree
Or hung up on another big root

I jerked my leg to get it free
But it was not anchored to the ground
But, what it was, I couldnt see
Then, it started a terrible sound

It began climbing toward my knee
Snorting and growling as it came
My dog was fighting to get free
In a frenzy like he was insane

Ever upward the monster did scale
Claws, spearing my leg as it rose
The growls and snorts joined with a wail
That came from my mouth, I suppose

I knew not what this creature could be
But my brain was working in high gear
All sorts of pictures it projected to me
And none of them lessened my fear

Calmly, Jessie picked up his light
As I made a final high kick
The loathsome fiend was propelled in flight
I yelled "Jessie, shine the light here quick"

I saw the monster bounding away
Into a grove of Oak and Willow
Amazed that the deadly, climbing fiend
Was just a Texas Armadillo

So I laughed when I got over the fright
I knew this would be a story to tell
How one creature, with no teeth to bite
Made one evening a momentary Hell

John L. (Rusty) Smith]]> RustyNTX 20th Century Tales ForumWed, 12 Dec 2012 17:53:20 -0600