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McKinney was an author in many genres, including horror, ghost stories, virus thrillers, crime and science fiction.Over his career, he wrote thirteen novels, developed two collections of short stories, created a tale for a comic book, and was both published in and edited numerous anthologies.
Because of the area's size a "Blue Book" was published as a tourist guide for visitors. [1] [7] The 1911–1912 edition listed 106 vice entertainment venues as well as many other businesses. [1] In contrast to the relatively raucous red-light districts in other parts of the country, San Antonio's was known for being relatively subdued and ...
The first Mulligan's was established on Thomas Street, Dublin in 1782. [2] The Mulligan family moved their business to several different premises, before leasing the present building in 1854 at 8/9 Poolbeg Street, Dublin 2. [1] Mick Smyth bought the pub from John Mulligan in 1932.
Frédéric Dard wrote 175 adventures of San-Antonio, of which millions of copies were sold. [citation needed] Detective Superintendent Antoine San-Antonio is a kind of French James Bond without gadgets, flanked by two colleagues, the old, sickly but wise inspector César Pinaud and the gargantuesque inspector Alexandre-Benoît Bérurier.
The Central Library is a 240,000-square-foot (22,000 m 2), six-story structure that opened in 1995 in Downtown San Antonio. [2] It is easily recognized by its bright-colored, striking "Mexican Modernist" design. The primary color of the building's exterior is popularly referred to by San Antonians as "Enchilada Red." [3]
The Institute of Texan Cultures (referred to as The ITC or The Institute) is a museum and library operating as a component of The University of Texas at San Antonio.The building which housed the institute is a striking example of Brutalist architecture, [1] and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2024.
Earl Abel's is a popular restaurant in San Antonio, Texas [1] [2] [3] that opened in 1933 and existed at one location at Broadway and Hildebrand from 1940 until 2006. It has been popular for its diverse menu ranging from Fried Chicken and Rainbow Trout to its selection of desserts including German chocolate cake and lemon meringue pie; its clientele included the well-to-do from nearby Alamo ...
Due to the area's size, a "Blue Book" was published as a tourist guide for visitors. The 1911-1912 edition listed 106 vice entertainment venues as well as many other businesses. [43] An unusual facet of San Antonio's red-light district compared to other cities was the lack of segregation in this area. [77]