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Allan Holderness Davis, R.I.P.

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Allan Davis of the 400 block of S. Laurel died last week. A graveside service was planned for today (Thursday) at Hollywood Cemetery at 11:00 am.

DAVIS, Allan Holderness, 68, of Richmond, died on Friday, March 30, 2012. Allan was graduated from St. Christopher’s School in 1962 and Duke University in 1966. He lived in the San Francisco area much of his life, returning to Richmond about six years ago. While in California, he owned and managed The Book and Bean, one of the country’s first bookstore cafes. He also was the proprietor of Yard Art, a nationally known store specializing in antiques for the garden. He is survived by his sister, Patsy Davis, of Washington D.C.; three nieces, Lloyd Spruill of Richmond, Harriet Kendall of Charleston, S.C. and Julia Klein of Sandpoint, Idaho; two nephews, Evan Davis of Richmond and Keith Davis of Charlottesville; and seven great-nephews and nieces. A graveside service will be held at Hollywood Cemetery on Wednesday, April 4, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Christopher’s School or the Virginia Historical Society.

Martian Dog Crossbreeding Exposed

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Since the Disney movie came out and the local connections were written about, more questions have been raised. Are neighborhood dogs getting through holes in Hollywood Cemetery‘s fence?

By the way, folks, I hope I don’t spoil the fun for you late-risers by letting readers know that the past few posts have been made in fun and satire for April Fool’s Day.

Neighbor To Appear on “Doomsday Preppers” TV Show

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A resident neighbor of Albemarle Street, who will only give his name as “John”, is appearing on the National Geographic cable channel show ‘Doomsday Preppers”. From the show description:

“Doomsday Preppers explores the lives of otherwise ordinary Americans who are preparing for the end of the world as we know it. Unique in their beliefs, motivations, and strategies, preppers will go to whatever lengths they can to make sure they are prepared for any of life’s uncertainties. And with our expert’s assessment, they will find out their chances of survival if their worst fears become a reality.”

Although “John” says he does not want to give away more information beyond what the show reveals for security reasons, he started ‘prepping’ after George W. Bush was appointed President by the Supreme Court in 2000. Due to his renewed concerns about a nuclear accident, “John” has created a bunker within his large basement. In addition to food, water, anti-radiation suits, and guns, he has added at least one comfort snack- many, many bags of pork rinds, bought one bag at a time from local convenience stores. “John” is currently single, though he is searching for a like-minded mate on the dating site, Survivalist Singles. There is no confirmed date when “John”‘s episode will be aired, though he suspects his neighbors will be be asking him more questions when it does. He said he received an “excellent” rating from the show’s experts on his preparations. In the meantime, he may start doing some writing for SurvivalBlog.com.

Yard Sale At Fine Foods

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From Craigslist ad:

Yardsale this Saturday March 17th on the side of Fine Foods in Oregon Hill. We will start around 9am! Got a lot of stuff for sale: ladies clothes, shoes, household items, kitchen stuff, holiday decor, a few baby girls clothes, glass top kitchen table with four chairs very nice, kerosene heater, tapes and dvds, jewelry, plants and terrariums, 2 type writer’s from the 70’s, music, 8mm camera/video, clown stuff, knick knaks, and a bunch more! Come early in case it rains in the afternoon! Cheers!

RIC/RVA – 400 years of Revolution, Innovation, and Change in #RVA

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From online poster:

In partnership with the American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar, the Library of Virginia, the Valentine Richmond History Center, Floricane is excited to present: RIC/RVA – 400 years of Revolution, Innovation, and Change in #RVA. It’s an i.e.* sanctioned series, and we think it’s going to change the way you think about #RVA’s past – and its future.

Presented in four separate events, beginning March 14th, RIC/RVA will introduce participants to a whole new way of looking at Richmond; past, present, and future. From the River City’s earliest drug lords to a celebration of our current creative renaissance, this event series will be part education, part creative engagement, and 100% entertaining!

Check out the details for each FREE event below, and get ready to see your city with new eyes!

FOUR WEDNESDAYS
5:30PM – 8:00PM
STARTING MARCH 14*

The third session on April 11 is at Tredegar.