tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20015290867823306692024-03-18T16:24:09.541-05:00RoadDog's RoadLog BlogRoadDog's RoadLog Blog: Being my travels down those great two lane highways of this nation as well as news I learn about them from media sources. Since I'm also very interested in historic preservation, there will be a lot of that as well.
RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.comBlogger6681125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-56167338933690077462024-03-18T16:23:00.001-05:002024-03-18T16:23:15.646-05:00Finally Got My CB&C<p>The first two attempts I made to get cb&c (corned beef & cabbage) dinners this past Saturday ended in failure. No cb&c for me. Sadly, this is the only time of the year you can get it. I sure wouldn't mind if I could find a place to get it year round.</p><p>Plus, I have a particular way I want my cb&c. Each fork full needs to have equal parts corned beef and cabbage. Plus I like a bit of medium horseradish on it. And, of course, the whole thing needs to be liberally peppered.</p><p>I also like to have the mini potatoes, cooked onions and carrots and a piece of rye bread heavily buttered.</p><p>But, the third attempt proved to be the charm as I got a heaping plate full of cb&c at Saylor Mick's in Spring Grove and yesterday, the actual St. Patrick's Day, I got another plate of my beloved at the St. Baldrick's celebration at the Fox Lake American Legion.</p><p>So, Two for Four's Not So Bad. --RoadCorned</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-80591817804961325192024-03-16T19:24:00.009-05:002024-03-18T15:39:59.370-05:00When Irish Eyes Weren't Smiling So Much<p>The Day before St. Patrick's Day and I still haven't had any corned beef & cabbage (cb&c). Not that I haven't tried. I am now 0 for 2 in attempts.</p><p>First I went to the Lake Villa (Illinois) St. Patrick's Day celebration. Sadly, by the time I got to the VFW, they had sold out of cb&c.</p><p>Then, I drove to Johnsburg with intentions to get cb&c at Sunnyside. Yesterday, I had stopped in and seen them advertising what I was looking for. Unfortunately, I hadn't noticed in the fine print that it was being offered at Cullom Knoll over in McCullom Lake near McHenry and not at Sunnyside.</p><p>The woman who owns Sunnyside also operates Cullom Knoll.</p><p>So, so far no corned beef and cabbage for me. But, in a few minutes I'll be heading over to Saylor Mick's in Spring Grove and I understand they have cb&c.</p><p>Here's Hoping. --RoadLessCornedBeef</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-66302212760620609492024-03-15T11:46:00.002-05:002024-03-15T11:47:27.377-05:00Getting My Irish on TomorrowWell, I have three options for tomorrow. A lot depends on the weather which sounds a bit iffy. Ans, of course, there are the crowds. Tomorrow seems to be the bigger of the two weekend days even though St, Patrick's is actually on Sunday.<div><br /></div><div>The biggest one tomorrow would be the McHenry (Illinois) ShamROCK the Fox which includes the dying green of the Fox River, a parade and bands. That is usually a bit too crowded for me. This involves five bands throughout the day in huge tents. </div><div><br /></div><div>If I decide against McHenry, I will go to Lake Villa (Illinois) for their annual parade and then to the VFW for the corned beef & cabbage dinner and a band afterwards. </div><div><br /></div><div>If that doesn't work out, the Fox Lake/Grant Township Historical Society is having a group come in at the museum and give an old-time radio broadcast. Then, it would be a trio to Donovan's Reef in Twin Lakes (Wisconsin) for free corned beef & cabbage. Layer, Saylor Mick's in Spring Grove for green beer and entertainment.</div><div><br /></div><div>SUNDAY, ST. PATRICK'S DAY, McHenry continues bands in the tents and fireworks at night. The Fox Lake American Legion has St. Baldrick's Day where folks have their hair cut off for a good cause. (I'm not, I'll donate.) Then a corned beef and cabbage dinner and entertainment.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here's Hoping My Tongue Doesn't Get Too Green. --Road O'Dog</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-53301768176761842472024-03-14T17:04:00.005-05:002024-03-14T17:04:36.657-05:00Time to Get Those 1920 License Plates On Your Car<br />
From the March 25, 2020, MidWeek (DeKalb County, Illinois) "Looking Back."<br />
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1920, 100 Years Ago.<br />
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"Some of the automobile owners in DeKalb County are going to get in 'Dutch' with the sheriff if they don't pay attention to the license law. There are some people who are still using the last year's license number on their cars.<br />
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"They should have had them changed the first of the year but police have made allowances for the delays that sometimes occur. Now, however, they are going to arrest any person with a 1919 license plate and the fine is $25 to $200."<div><br /></div><div>And, you can still get fined for having out of date stickers on those tags.<br />
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Reckon You'd Better Update That Thing. --RoadFineOtherWise<br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-45550209320634995082024-03-13T12:25:00.006-05:002024-03-13T12:25:39.565-05:00What to Do on a Tuesday<p>Yesterday was a good one for me.</p><p>I drove to Woodstock, Illinois, and saw a movie then went to the Woodstock Library and looked at some books on Woodstock history. </p><p>Then, I met a group of members of the McHenry County Civil War Round Table at 3 Brothers for dinner before moving back to the library where we had the first meeting of the year. We do not meet December to February.</p><p>We had a presentation on Confederate Railroads.</p><p>--RoadCivil</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-91502481903126009712024-03-12T13:01:00.002-05:002024-03-12T13:01:23.482-05:00So, What's to Do Around Here-- Part 2: Wendy's Breakfasts, Fish Fry<p>MARCH 7, THURSDAY</p><p>Drove to McHenry and had the Baconator breakfast sandwich at Wendy's and if you like bacon, this sam's for you. Went to Meijer and bought their last brick of Maxell cassette tapes. This is the only place I know of around here that still sells them. I still record on them. Then went to Hobby Lobby and bought flowers for Liz's grave as well as her parents. Time to take the Christmas ones down.</p><p>MARCH 8, FRIDAY</p><p>Met Kevin and Kelly at 'Cuda's on Grasslake Road for the fish fry. Then to the Fox Lake Legion for 50-50. All sorts of fun next Sunday at the Legion. St. Baldrick's, corned beef & cabbage dinner and entertainment.</p><p>MARCH 9, SATURDAY</p><p>Drove to Fox Lake and had the 2 for $3 breakfast biscuit special and senior drink. Bought too much stuff at Dollar Tree (well, Dollar Twenty-Five Tree now). I need to stay out of that place. Stopped at Thornton's for my iced drink and a guy backed into my car when I was leaving. I checked for damage but couldn't see any so we went on our way.</p><p>Went to Sunnyside for the afternoon</p><p>MARCH 10, SUNDAY</p><p>Daylight Savings arrived, so that kept me busy for a bit. Always like its arrival. We're almost over winter. Bob Stroud featured songs with the word "Light" in their titles on his Rock and Roll Roots show on Chicago's WDRV, the Drive.</p><p>Went to Saylor Mick's and enjoyed $3 pint Bloody Marys and a huge $7 cheeseburger and fries.</p><p>Summer's Almost Here. --RoadSaving Time</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-29301269105867145542024-03-10T15:24:00.003-05:002024-03-13T11:58:36.591-05:00So, What's to Do Around Here: Bar Hopping, Cheap Beer and Food<p>Okay, so it's still winter for a few days (starts the 19th) and it has been a fairly warm one so far. So, what is there to do around here (northeast Illinois) until summer gets here.?</p><p>MARCH 3, SUNDAY</p><p>Went to Sunnyside Tavern in Johnsburg, then to Saylor Mick's in Spring Grove where I had a great $3 Bloody Mary and $7 Italian beef sandwich and fries.</p><p>MARCH 4, MONDAY</p><p>Sunnyside for $1.50 pints, the Monday special.</p><p>MARCH 5, TUESDAY</p><p>Back to Saylor Mick's for $1.50 tacos and live trivia.</p><p>MARCH 6, WEDNESDAY</p><p>Drove to Wisconsin and went to Best Bargains which sure lives up to its name when it comes to groceries. Filled up with gas at the BP in Twin Lakes for $3.35 (it had been down to $2.50 a month ago). Still better than Illinois where it is around $3.90.</p><p>Played live trivia with Uncle Jeffie at Donovan's Reef.</p><p>--RoadDog</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-37221211805674743702024-03-08T15:53:00.001-06:002024-03-10T14:55:31.172-05:00Just Looking for Some CB&C<p>Well, it's coming up on St. Patrick's Day again. That means I am looking for some of that good old corned beef & cabbage CB&C). I love that stuff. I wish it would be available in places throughout the year, not just now. I don't care about health questions, I just love it like good ol' Eastern Carolina BBQ (well, any sort of bbq).</p><p>And, as we start the final countdown to St. Patrick's Day (on a Sunday this year 9 days from now), I have two places pegged for some CB&C. Next Saturday at the VFW in Lake Villa, Illinois, after the annual parade, next Sunday at the American Legion in Fox Lake and the following Thursday at the Fox Lake senior luncheon.</p><p>Looking for some places this weekend and maybe even some St. Patrick's parties.</p><p>--Road-O'Dog</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-6030441250697417612024-03-07T13:43:00.004-06:002024-03-07T13:43:26.685-06:00Kishwaukee River Flooding Back in 1949<p>From February 20, 2024, "Looking Back ."</p><p>1949, 75 years ago.</p><p>A combination of ice and high water choked up the Kishwaukee River through DeKalb and offered city crews something different in problems Saturday.</p><p>"High water had reached the upper portions of the bridge at Annie's Woods, and the crews had dislodges floating ice there before moving up to the Lincoln Highway Bridge, where a large flow offered another problem. Blasting powder was used to shake up the ice masses and the current started moving it down."</p><p>--RoadDog</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-63441150007938045922024-03-05T16:31:00.005-06:002024-03-05T16:31:46.822-06:00Here's Hoping Wilmington Does the Right Thing<p>It always gives me great pleasure to enter Wilmington, Illinois, on Route 66 and there on the east side is that 30-foot tall guy holding the rocket in apace suit and helmet, you know, that Gemini Giant. It means you are home on 66. </p><p>And, for many years you could stop there and get a delicious bite to eat at the adjacent Launching Pad Restaurant. Sadly, it closed quite a few years ago and despite efforts has not been able to reopen and stay open. (But one problem eating there was that it was too close to that Polka Dot place in Braidwood.)</p><p>Anyway, I hope the city of Wilmington acquires the Gemini Giant and finds a place for it. It is too much of an icon of Route 66.</p><p>Save the Giant. --RoadDog</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-46814446896456125582024-03-04T15:13:00.003-06:002024-03-04T15:13:19.768-06:00Some More on Wilmington's Gemini Giant<p>From the Feb. 28, 2024, My Plainview (Illinois) "The fight to save Route66's Gemini Giant" by Dominic Genetti.</p><p>The Gemini Giant is one of the popular muffler men who are used for promotions and attractions throughout the country. They are, to say the least, eye catching. But the Gemini Giant stands out from them all. This 30-foot guy is dressed completely differently than his brethren.</p><p>He is named after NASA's Gemini Space Program of the early 60s and is decked out in a space suit with boots and holding, instead of a muffler, a rocket.</p><p>Legends of America calls him Wilmington's most-photographed inhabitant.</p><p>*************************</p><p>From Wikipedia</p><p>Stands at 810 E. Baltimore St. in Wilmington, Illinois.</p><p>Built 1964. Restored 2019.</p><p>Height: 30 feet</p><p>Weight: 438 pounds</p><p>Fiberglass</p><p>In the Illinois Route 66 Hall of Fame.</p><p>--RoadGiant</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-35880863316420152142024-03-02T14:06:00.009-06:002024-03-04T14:58:36.810-06:00Save the Gemini GiantFrom the February 28, 2024, Edwardsville (Illinois) Intelligencer "The fight to save Route 66's Gemini Giant" by Dominic Genetti.<div><br /></div><div>And we all love those Route 66 roadside attractions and one of the top ones is that repurposed muffler man that stands outside the Launching Pad Restaurant in Wilmington, Illinois. It is made up to look like an astronaut holding a rocket and has the name Gemini Giant.</div><div><br /></div><div>Sadly, now its future is unknown. The restaurant has been closed and opened many times in the last ten years, now it appears to be heading to oblivion. Both are going up for auction March 20. I would sure hate to see a private collector get it and remove it from view.</div><div><br /></div><div>But a GoFundMe page has been started by Ryan Jandura.</div><div><br /></div><div>As of Wednesday, the page has raised $3,000 of $100,000 requested.</div><div><br /></div><div>Let's Hope It's Saved.-- RoadGiant</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-45125889723704360922024-02-28T12:53:00.004-06:002024-02-28T12:55:35.994-06:00Fried Chicken Po' Boy at Merichka's<p>Okay, here's one that I don't think is right on Route 66, but close to it. And, here the fried chicken comes in a po' boy.</p><p>MERICHKA'S 604 Theodore Street, Crest Hill, Illinois.</p><p>In Crest Hill, near Joliet and a very popular local site. They have been in business since 1933 and are known for their po' boys which also are made with chicken. They are family-owned-and-operated and take great pride in using Chicago USDA and quality hand-cut meats, from the famed chicken to the freshly hand ground hamburger.</p><p>Merichka's is incredibly authentic and has an interior of the quintessential supper club, boasting dark rich paneling, red-checkered tablecloths and a generously-sized bar where you can order a libation or two before your meal.</p><p>Menu items include great steak and chops, as well as an extensive seafood selection. And, then there is the fan-favorite Garlic Butterine that can be added to just about every item on the menu, enhancing the flavor of nearly any classic dish.</p><p>A 6 ounce Poor boy steak costs $13.95 and 6 ounce poor boy chicken $12.55.</p><p>Stop in and try some exciting fried chicken at this icon of Old Route 66. They also have a neat old sign.</p><p>--RoadChicken</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-965098541368616192024-02-26T19:11:00.001-06:002024-02-26T19:13:16.926-06:00More White Fence Farm-- Part 2<p>White Fence Farm was built by multimillionaire coal executive Stuyvesant Peabody in the 1920s so he could entertain his Chicago friends in a country setting. The building has now grown to 11 dining rooms and can seat over 1,200 hungry chicken eaters at a time.</p><p>Kids of all ages will be entertained by the White Fence Farm's on-site petting zoo, as well as the restaurant's Car and Antique Museum.</p><p>Be sure to commemorate your fried chicken road trip by snapping a picture with the larger-than-life chicken mascot near the main doors.</p><p>A half chicken with all the afore mentioned goodies: kidney bean salad, cole slaw, cottage cheese, pickled beets and corn fritters will set you back $21.58. Fritters and relishes will be replenished on request.</p><p>--Gettin' Hungry. --RoadDog</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-91356827928714928292024-02-23T15:23:00.006-06:002024-02-26T14:48:21.335-06:00Fried Chicken at White Fence Farm on Route 66 in Illinois-- Part 1<p>WHITE FENCE FARM</p><p>1376 Joliet Road, Romeoville</p><p>When you see the giant water tower with the letters "WWF" on it, you'll know you're at one of the earliest and most famous dining establishments along Route 66. They are celebrating their 65th year in business and is an actual farm.</p><p>They have been serving up, as they brag, "The World's Greatest Chicken" to several generations of hungry travelers. Fried chicken fans from all over the country are drawn by their twice cooked process, which involves baking and then frying the chicken to produce that distinctly thin yet crispy crust.</p><p>In keeping with the authentic farm theme, every meal comes with a selection of sides that have become as famous as the chicken: cole slaw, cottage cheese, bean salad, pickled beets and mashed, baked or French-fried potatoes.</p><p>--RoadChicken</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-85521927552517720362024-02-21T12:40:00.006-06:002024-02-21T12:40:32.192-06:00Fried Chicken at Dell Rhea's Chicken Basket in Willowbrook<p>DELL RHEA'S CHICKEN BASKET</p><p>645 Joliet Road (I-55 & Route 83)</p><p>Willowbrook, Illinois</p><p>Fried chicken lovers have been going to this venerable spot since it first opened its doors to Route 66 travelers in the early 1940sThis restaurant is a part of the Route 66 Hall of Fame and has been serving its chicken, cocktails and farmhouse recipes in a traditional supper club setting for more than 60 years.</p><p>Originally it was founded as part of a gas station.</p><p>Today's fried chicken is made the same way as it was in the heyday of Route 66. And, they have other home-style classics like corn fritters, baby back ribs, homemade mashed potatoes and an all-you-can-eat salad bar.</p><p>It is a throw-back restaurant and located just 25 minutes from downtown Chicago.</p><p>You can find out why they boast: "Get Your Chicks on Route 66."</p><p>They also have a daily lunch buffet for $17.99 (which, of course, includes that chicken stiff).</p><p>Salivating All the Way. --RoadHungry</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-84528082900208890702024-02-19T15:00:00.003-06:002024-02-19T15:00:29.450-06:00Eatin' Famous Fried Chicken on 66 in Illinois<p>From the Feb. 15, 2024, Northwest Herald "Famous Fried Chicken temps along Route 66" by Ryan Searl.</p><p>"Want a taste of real Americana on your Route 66 road trip? This trio of fan-favorite dried chicken restaurants are must-stop destinations for foodies looking for a hot home-style meal. </p><p>"As you travel along the Mother Road, you'll encounter some of the Midwest's most iconic eateries specializing in fried chicken, some of which have been serving up delicious golden-battered goodness for more that a half century.</p><p>"Be sure to start your journey hungry, you'll want to sample the food at each one of these time-tested locations."</p><p>Actually, it would be quite difficult to eat at each one as these three are all located near each other. Liz and I ate at the first two places.</p><p>Wonder what their names are? I'll be writing about them this week.</p><p>Greasy Fingers. --Roadcheep</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-43892516284431290432024-02-17T15:39:00.004-06:002024-02-17T15:40:17.088-06:00Garrett Morgan-- Part 2: Invented the Three Position Stoplight<p>From Wikipedia.</p><p>In 1923, after witnessing a horrible traffic accident at an intersection, he invented the traffic light that included a new signal that worked as a warning light besides just the traditional options of "go" or "stop." We call it the yellow light today.</p><p>He acquired three patents for this invention in the United States, Great Britain and Canada. </p><p>He eventually sold the rights to General Electric. for $40,000.</p><p>Thanks Mr. Morgan. --RoadDog</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-67447431192049769222024-02-13T17:34:00.004-06:002024-02-17T15:39:58.088-06:00Black History: Have You Ever Heard of Garrett Morgan?-- Part 1<p>I have been doing a lot of blog entries this month on Blacks in U.S. history in honor of Black History Month. (From 2021) For too long, their contributions have been overlooked and I am glad that is being addressed now.</p><p>From the Bowling Green (Kentucky) Daily News "Black History Month: Garrett Morgan" by Ron Whitlock Sr.</p><p>Did you run a traffic light today or get mad because a bunch of them conspired against you to keep you waiting and waiting. Well, you can than a Kentuckian for that privilege. Just kidding because I'd be very afraid to drive if we didn't have those.</p><p>Kentuckian Garrett Morgan, a black man, received the patent for the stop light. And that is very important to us old time roaders.</p><p>He was born in Harrison County in 1877 and Garrett Augustus Morgan Sr. was a black inventor. His father, Sydney Morgan, was the son and freed slave of Confederate Col. John H. Morgan, known for the famed Morgan's Raid, the only Confederate attack on Ohio.</p><p>At age 14, he moved to Cincinnati looking for work. There he got a job as a handyman and hired a tutor to continue his education.</p><p>--RoadDog</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-88917059741780470102024-02-09T16:58:00.005-06:002024-02-09T16:58:33.204-06:00Illinois Grants $3.3 Million for Route 66!!<p>Always good news to hear something like this. Route 66 in Illinois can always use anything that furthers its name with the people of Illinois. It is to attract visitors to 66 and boost local tourism.</p><p>And, I am not a big Gov. Pritzker fan, but I can sure agree with him here. As he said: "These investments will enhance the visitor experiences and build on existing attractions to ensure Illinois and Route 66 remain vibrant elements of American culture and tradition for many years to come."</p><p>Good News. --Road66</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-2800443920549163732024-02-09T16:48:00.003-06:002024-02-09T16:48:32.882-06:00Back Again After Being Back Again Earlier<p>Back in December, I was so happy to be posting again. A buddy with technology knowledge came over and got me back on line after being off since May. I was a happy lad, but then it went down again and I decided I needed a new pc for upstairs.</p><p>I somehow got the new one hooked up and working (and believe me I am still amazed). I now am trying to remember how to get back on my blogs and two e-mails sites. Those passwords and verification codes are driving me to go to a bar tonight. </p><p>But, I finally have gotten to this four blog site and have posted to day to all eight blogs. However, today's posts was the last time for one of them. Now, I only have one e-mail site to get back and I'll be somewhat set for the most part.</p><p>Just Loving All This Technology Stuff. --RoadDog</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-71295829486201436022023-12-12T11:40:00.007-06:002024-02-09T16:14:02.169-06:00Back Again<p> After being off line since May 13, I'm back online again, thanks to good buddy John.</p><p>Trying to remember how to do these things.</p><p>First discovery.</p><p>--RoadDog</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-8210668264938431902023-05-13T12:33:00.003-05:002023-05-13T12:33:44.841-05:00Just Hanging Around: Donovans, Saylor Mick's, Mother Road Cruisin'? Pizza and Sad Sox<p>WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26</p><p>Went to Donovan's Reef in Twin Lakes, Wisconsin, for drinks and live trivia with Uncle Jeffie. Then to Saylor Mick's in Spring Grove, Illinois, for 75 cent wings and $1 Hamm's pints.</p><p>THURSDAU, APRIL 27</p><p>Considering going on the Illinois Route 66 Motor Tour this year from June 9 to 11. It's time to get back on the Mother Road. Haven't been since before you-know-what.</p><p>Cut the grass for thye first time. Should have done it sooner. I still have to clear up the tree limbs that came down in the ice storm. Met Kevin and Kelly at Half-Times in Johnsburg for half-price pizza. I got Liz and my old special pizza: sausage, black olives and pineapple.</p><p>The White Sox have sunken to new depths this year (and I thought they couldn't possibly go any lower after the pathetic team of last year. I sure was wrong.).</p><p>--SadSoxDog</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-86346131735086271372023-05-09T14:56:00.006-05:002023-05-13T08:26:55.779-05:00Loaded With Oldies: 'Judy in Disguise (With What?)'<p>SATURDAY, APRIL22</p><p>That 4-album set "72 Top Original Hits by the Original Artists" obviously has a lot of oldies.</p><p>Some of them: </p><p>TURN DOWN DAY-- Cyrkle</p><p>COME A LITTLE BIT CLOSER-- Jay & the Americans</p><p>EXPRESSWAY TO YOUR HEART-- Soul Survivors</p><p>CHERRY CHERRY-- Neil Diamond</p><p>JUDY IN DISGUISE-- John Fred</p><p>GOOD LOVIN'-- Rascals</p><p>WOOLY BULLY-- Sam the Sham</p><p>I GOT YOU BABE-- Sonny & Cher</p><p>BUT IT'S ALRIGHT-- J.J. Jackson</p><p>RESCUE ME-- Fontella Bass</p><p>LAND OF 1000 DANCES-- Wilson Pickett</p><p>BOY FROM NEW YORK CITY-- Ad Libs</p><p>And, there are 72 of them.</p><p>Name That Tune (from the above songs): "Uno Dos, One Two Tres Quatro." Answer below. --RoadDog</p><p><br /></p><p>"Wooly Bully"</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2001529086782330669.post-1846700384371238902023-05-08T13:05:00.001-05:002023-05-09T09:38:37.749-05:00And, Of Course, What Would Record Store Day Be Without Records?<p>SATURDAY, APRIL 22</p><p>As in LPs. I did go through many of the Vinyl Frontier's albums. There is just somehing about flipping through then that brings back memories of the good old record store days.</p><p>And, did I just hear that sales of albums have surpassed sales of CDs?</p><p>I ended up buying four albums (two of them multiple sets). And, I sure like the prices for the used ones better than the prices for the new ones.<br />I bought:</p><p>Easy As Pie-- Billy "Crash" Craddock</p><p>Shake Off the Demon-- Brewer and Shipley</p><p>Bobby Goldsboro's 10th Anniversary Album (two albums)</p><p>72 Top Original Hits by the Original Artists (4 albums)</p><p>--RoadRecords</p><p><br /></p>RoadDoghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00930336737600309256noreply@blogger.com0