A large framed portrait hangs in my house. Who’s the mysterious 19th Century woman in the picture? Nobody knows.

Mystery Portrait

A weekly series of four-minute essays from commentator Tom Walton, retired editor and vice president of the "Toledo Blade." Covering an array of topics, from the intricacies of the English language to the inspiration found within the geometry of a baseball diamond, Walton offers warm and unique insights into the world around us.

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Mystery Portrait

Mystery Portrait