Tennessee, Shelby County, Memphis
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The majestic Bengal tiger was adopted as the official mascot of Memphis in 1939. It represents the University's commitment to academic excellence and celebrates leadership, athletic strength and valor. To foster campus spirit, the Highland Hundred football booster organization acquired the first live Bengal tiger in 1972 and named him TOM for "Tigers of Memphis." This sculpture of beloved TOM by noted artists Alan Clark was made possible by the generous contributions of many alumni and friends. It was presented to the University of Memphis on the occasion of the University's centennial anniversary.
(Animals • Education) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.
The majestic Bengal tiger was adopted as the official mascot of Memphis in 1939. It represents the University's commitment to academic excellence and celebrates leadership, athletic strength and valor. To foster campus spirit, the Highland Hundred football booster organization acquired the first live Bengal tiger in 1972 and named him TOM for "Tigers of Memphis." This sculpture of beloved TOM by noted artists Alan Clark was made possible by the generous contributions of many alumni and friends. It was presented to the University of Memphis on the occasion of the University's centennial anniversary.(Animals • Education) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.
Typifying the American Volunteer who fought Spain in Cuba, the Philippines, and Boxer Rebellion. Erected in 1956 with funds raised by Spanish War veterans of Memphis under the leadership of Fred Bauer, Commander.
One of a line of defenses erected about 1755 to ward off Indian raids after Braddock's defeat. Called Fort William in 1758. The site is marked on the side road just below here
On this site stood Fort Lebanon built in 1755 by Colonel Jacob Morgan for the protection of early settlers against the Indians.
Built in 1836, the Buena Vista Tavern operated as an inn from 1849 to
1856, when it became a private residence. In 1930, it returned to
public life as a tourist camp with cabins or cottages located behind the
old inn. The Buena Vista Tavern is again serving the public as a retail
establishment.
The Anthracite Bank of Tamaqua was built by William Donaldson in 1850 as the town’s first bank. In 1865 it became the First National Bank and moved across the street. During the 1880’s the building served as the home of Col. Henry L. Cake who let troops into several American Civil War battles including Williamsburg and Crampton’s Gap. The Italianate and Federal style structure is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Manufacturer: National Supply Company, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Manufactured By: Forth Worth Well Machinery & Supply Company, Forth Worth, Texas
Founded as the "Parish Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Post of Opelousas" by Capuchin monks. First recorded church ritual performed in 1756: first pastor Fr. Valentin. In 1796 Michel Prudhomme donated 120 arpents of land for the present church site. First brick church erected in 1828 by Fr. Rossi. Present edifice constructed by Fr. Engberink in 1908-1909.
Area first settled in late eighteenth century. Located on Spanish Royal Road. Marcellin Garand, former adjutant major in French army, regarded as founder. incorporated in 1858. Parish seat of Evangeline Parish.
The second largest Catholic Church in the south was established in 1776 and was named after the Bishop of Paris in 1650. Two former pastors are buried beneth its floor. Jim Bowie, hero of the Alamo was baptized and married here in 1814.
Manufacture by: Star Drilling Machine Company, Akron, Ohio
Built in 1756 as defense from Indian attacks. Named for Benjamin Franklin, who ordered construction. It was of limited use; abandoned in 1757. The Fort stood a short distance above present highway.
The first railroad in the nation to haul anthracite coal by steam locomotive was built in 1829. It connected the rich coal mines of the Tamaqua area with the Schuylkill Canal at Port Clinton. The 21-mile line opened in 1831 and is still in operation today.
During the early morning hours of July 6, 1875, police officer Benjamin F. Yost was murdered on this corner as he climbed a ladder to extinguish the street lamp. Alleged members of the Molly Maguires were convicted of the murder and were hanged June 21, 1877. Tamaqua, Pennsylvania
