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"Tyranny, like hell, is not easily conquered." — Thomas Paine
"He has erected a multitude of New Offices, and sent hither swarms of Officers to …
Still from the Safari Park website's "Stripe Yourself" feature depicting a happy, well-adjusted child experiencing …
Scene from M&C Saatchi LA's "Tiger Campaign" for the San Diego Zoo Safari Park featuring …
Devastation, inspiration; tomato, tomahto.
RACIST didn't go for this black-and-white option.
"Living my dream and making my mark on the world. #YOLO"
"We saved the best for last: the original Expo featured 'the only actual working model' …
"Then: Christmas on the Isthmus. Now: December Lights! (Possible new name: The Solstice Spectacular.)"
"In 1915, we had the toll of the Liberty Bell to remind us of our …
"1915: Neptune's Kingdom featured 'The Octupus or Devil Fish, that so many have read of, …
"On the public education front, the 1915 Expo featured a mock opium den, designed to …
"The 1915 Exposition paid tribute to Native American culture by constructing a Pueblo Village replica, …
"In 1915, you had live music accompanied by dancing girls who would provide a welcome …
"Our inspiration stems from [gropey] Mayor Filner's efforts to restore the Plaza de Panama to …
Balboa Park Centennial Group
This one is a favorite. The original exhibit was billed as an "imaginative portrayal of …
