Side-wheel steamers from 1800
Antique columnist Roy Booth writes about Bard oil paintings and steam boats.
Antique desirability varies by collector
What makes something collectible, or a hot item among collectors? Columnist Roy Booth offers advice.
Plants play important role in history
Our current fascination with herbs and 'natural' remedies is nothing new, says columnist Roy Booth.
Toaster waffles no comparison to iron-made versions
Antique columnist Roy Booth writes about waffles and wafers.
Candy containers capture childhood
Antique columnist Roy Booth remembers when he was 7 years old and receiving a candy container was the highlight of his day.
Read it Again: Week of Dec. 20, 2001.
Each week Farm and Dairy takes a look at what was making news in years gone by.
Read it Again: Week of May 24, 2001.
Each week "Farm and Diary" takes a look at what was making news in years gone by.
Native American dolls teach children
Antique columnist Roy Booth writes of the attraction to curious features on Native American dolls.
Country music collectibles unlimited
Columnist Roy Booth says the world of country music is rich in history... and collectibles.
Tables for dinner, chairs for sitting
Along the way style imposed itself over the basic function of chairs, as columnist Roy Booth points out in this week's column.
