#rockisland

[railwayhistorical]

The Changing Skyline of Chicago

A Rock Island commuter train departs LaSalle Street Station, in Chicago, Illinois. The locomotive here is an EMD F7A built for the railroad in March of 1949.

The Chicago Board of Trade Building is conspicuous in the background, while the John Hancock is lurking off in the background toward the right-hand side of the image.

The view was made from Roosevelt Road, and one would be hard-pressed to see much at all from this spot today: big box stores rise up on either side of the tracks (where Metra trains now run) blocking much of what one sees in this vintage view.

This image was made by Richard Koenig on December 22nd 1976.

[taylorfreelance]

The first color in our new Storm series is now available!

Storm green is a anodized finished part with a pattern that seems to change in different light situations. Each part is unique! Made in partnership with Ashley at JB Precision Coatings in Colorado.

Available for Canik and Rock Island.

Find them in our store at... https://taylorfreelancestore.com/the-storm-is-coming/

[andrewdmilne]

The perfect wall - Thank you Harrison - @harrisongallon.engelvoelkers for the support. Rock Island looks amazing in your space - 36x72 Acrylic - The Opinicon series. #ontarioartist #canadianartist #theperfectwall #thankyouHarrison #harrisongallonengelvoelkers #RockIsland #36x72 #Acrylic #TheOpiniconseries #artlovers #artcollector #interiordesign #homedecor (at Ottawa, Ontario) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpkcoT6A0Rh/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[ryandidindoom]

•Hey you i'm back!•

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[pigswithwings]

[ID: A screenshot of a tweet from "earl the dead cat" - username being cut off but reading "@RockIsland...". The tweet reads "ok but also how did Playboy in the 80s manage to make a trans joke that wasn't offensive????????". Attached is an image, which reads as follows:

"After years of regular meetings at a local bar, one of a trio of friends stunned his companions by announcing that he was really a woman trapped in a man's body and had finally decided to have a sex-change operation.

Months later, she reappeared at the old haunt and greeted her friends. Both men congratulated her on her appearance and began questioning her about the most painful aspect of the grueling operation.

'Lopping off your dick must have been the worst part,' one said, wincing.

'Ummm,' she pondered. 'No, not really.'

'Cutting off your balls, then,' decided the other.

'No,' she said. 'That was bad, but not the worst.'

'What was worse than that?'

'Getting my salary cut in half.'"

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[thebikerbookforcharity]

#rockisland #illinois - Apr. 20

ATTENTION: Unaccompanied Veteran Burial at R.I. National Cemetery on April 20

Rock Island National Cemetery has a service scheduled for an Unaccompanied Veteran (no family) that will take place Thursday afternoon, April 20, at 2 p.m. at one of the committal shelters.

Veteran information:

Name: David Craig Yoder, May 29, 1959 – Feb. 2, 2023

Branch of Service: U.S. Marine Corps

Rank: Private First Class

Served: 1976 - 1979

There are no family or friends that are able to be in attendance for this Veteran; it is greatly appreciated for those who can attend and support.

#motorcycle #veteranburial #veteran #burial #motorcycles #aprilia #bmwmotorrad #ducati #harleydavidson #hondamotorcycles #indianmotorcycle #kawasaki #suzuki #yamaha

#thebikerbookforcharity

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[maskbehind]

Suenan muuuuy bien loco, lo recomiendo

[brownellsinc]

Brownells own Matthew Peake snapped this photo of an amazing cased and engraved Colt 1855 Root Percussion Revolver in 28 caliber, inscribed to Civil War Major General and Illinois Governor John Palmer as seen at @rockislandauction! Wow!

[promisedeuphoria]

Il mare d'inverno... 🌊🌫️❄️ #winter #sea #rimini #rockisland #family #sundayvibes #instamoment (presso Rimini Porto) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLAMgq6FDPw/?igshid=aamapyq7wat7

[railwayhistorical]

Last of the Slant-Noses

I believe this was the last active slant-nosed E-unit. CRI&P E6 number 630 is seen in LaSalle Street Station, Chicago, Illinois. The distinctive locomotive was built for the railroad in October of 1941.

This image was made by Richard Koenig on December 22nd 1976.

[rollerman1]

Range day! From left to right.....

Maadi, Rock Island 22Mag 1911, 450Bushmaster I assembled, Sig 1911 in .45, 25-45 Sharps, Taurus PT 24/7 OSS DS 9mm, Colt SP1, Sig Nitemare 1911 in .45, Black Ace's Tactical lever action 12 gauge.

[taylorfreelance]

Finally got the bulk of our new Rock Island +4 mag extensions in stock.  These basepads sport our "signature" look and meet the requirements for USPSA Limited division's 140mm requirements.  Available in aluminum orange, black, blue and red.  Shiny brass is also available.https://taylorfreelancestore.com/rock-island-5-0-140mm...

[raylizstudios]

This is my new favorite nature photograph. Two years ago I had no idea I would ever learn how to do this kind of work. I underestimated my ability to learn and comprehend. One year ago I was struggling to learn this and getting it to click. Feeling extremely inadequate and wondering if I’d ever really get there. Today I not only understand the technical and knowledge side of this image but I’m able to bring my heart back into my work and make it mean something to me. #rockislandstatepark #rockisland #longexposure #longexposurephotography #longexposure_shots #longexpo #longexposure_shots #fineart #fineartphotography #fineartlandscape #fineartphoto #finearts #artistry #photographer #middletennesseephotographer #middletennessee #columbiatn #columbiatnphotographer #muletown #muletownusa #nashvilletn #nashvilletnphotographer #nashville #naturephotography #landscapephotography (at Rock Island State Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CECAPMHhHpv/?igshid=ermvpgj68iax

[rockislandadultreads]

Looking for your next read? Check out these titles from our bottom shelf! Request to pickup these titles and more during our curbside hours. Visit our website to browse titles. 

The Trench Angel by Michael Keenan Gutierrez

Colorado, 1919. Photographer Neal Stephens, home from the War, is blackmailed by the sheriff over his secret marriage to a black woman in France. When the sheriff is murdered, Neal's investigation calls up memories of the trenches and his search for his dead wife, as he untangles the connections among the murder, the coalminers' strike, and his mysterious anarchist father.

Her Highness, the Traitor by Susan Higginbotham

A daughter can be a dangerous weapon in the battle for the throne of England. Frances Grey harbored no dream of her children taking the throne. Cousin of the king, she knew the pitfalls of royalty and privilege. Better to marry them off, marry them well, perhaps to a clan like the Dudleys. Jane Dudley knew her husband was creeping closer to the throne, but someone had to take charge, for the good of the country. She couldn't see the twisted path they all would follow. The never before told story of the women behind the crowning of Jane Grey, this novel is a captivating peek at ambition gone awry, and the damage left in its wake.

The Fair Fight by Anna Freeman

Born in a brothel, Ruth doesn’t expect much for herself beyond abuse. While her sister’s beauty affords a certain degree of comfort, Ruth’s harsh looks set her on a path of drudgery. That is until she meets pugilist patron George Dryer and discovers her true calling—fighting bare knuckles in the prize rings of Bristol.

The Queen of the Night by Alexander Chee

Lilliet Berne is a sensation of the Paris Opera, a legendary soprano with every accolade except an original role, every singer’s chance at immortality. When one is finally offered to her, she realizes with alarm that the libretto is based on a hidden piece of her past. Only four could have betrayed her: one is dead, one loves her, one wants to own her. And one, she hopes, never thinks of her at all.  As she mines her memories for clues, she recalls her life as an orphan who left the American frontier for Europe and was swept up into the glitzy, gritty world of Second Empire Paris.

Summaries from Good Reads and Google Books

[mrpirodude]

My personal every day carry

Rock island armory 1911 .45

Olight

Swiss army knife

Multitool