Fox tackles new Alien shooter video game

FoxNext, the 21st Century Fox video game division, is getting ready to deliver some mighty xenomorphin' times to players after announcing a new shooter for PCs and consoles based on the Alien franchise.

The news, via press release, comes after the division acquired developer Cold Iron Studios.

According to the release, acquiring the developer is part of a “commitment to deliver new AAA offerings across numerous fan favorite properties and original games.”

Aaron Loeb, president of studios at FoxNext Games went on: “Cold Iron Studios has amazing design, craftsmanship and development talent that we are excited to welcome at FoxNext Games as we pursue our goal to build a multi-platform, multi-genre portfolio of great games ... I am a personal fan of Cold Iron’s previous work and all of us at FoxNext Games are thrilled to be working with them as they create an action-packed persistent world, steeped in the mysteries of this beloved Alien universe.”

Thus far Cold Iron hasn't shipped a game, but the team behind it has worked on BioShock Infinite and Metroid Prime 3.

Previous Alien video games -- Sega's Aliens vs. Predator (2010), Aliens: Colonial Marines (2013) and Alien: Isolation (2014) -- were all developed by Sega, and have a mixed record. But if FoxNext's faith is well-placed in Cold Iron, then there is a lot of opportunity to deliver a tense, horror-centric shooter that honors the franchise, and satisfies players.

Release is TBD.

What would you want to see from a new Alien video game?

-Aaron Sagers

'Sleepy Hollow' Recap: 'Blood and Fear'

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BY: DAWN FEAKES

Due to technical difficulties, lack of any short term memory and life in general, I can't remember much about last week so we'll just say that stuff happened and go from there. Abbie might have had a fling at Quantico and Crane might be a bit jealous and Jenny might be bringing Joe Corbin on board Team Witness. The second tribulation is underway so let's do this.

Pandora's being creepy, talking to herself again. Girlfriend needs to get out of the sewer for a bit; might cheer her up but no, she wants, nay, needs the fear of the Witnesses. And a sacrificial knife. As one does.

'Sleepy Hollow' Recap: 'I, Witness'

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BY: DAWN FEAKES

It's been a long wait but we're finally back! Well, except for Katrina the Struggle-Witch, Henry/Jeremy of the Epic Daddy Issues and Captain Frank Irving for reasons we really don't know. Yet. The Horseman of War has been defeated but Death, Famine, and Pestilence still prowl the dimension. Get your Ichabbie shipping ready because it's time to do this.

Even with Katrina dead, Sleepy Hollow can get no relief from witches as a new power lady in town puts Death in a special box to generate her very own fear demon. Meanwhile, a dude runs through an ally before being rudely stopped by a trash can lid, wielded by none other than our favorite 'Leftenant' Abbie Mills. With a new haircut and a new partner. Wait, what? She's finally made it to FBI traning in Quantico, achieving all she's ever dreamed of. But where's Crane? Ah, in jail. Sigh. It was only a matter of time I suppose. She bails him out but not before being rather put out that she's had no contact with him for nine months as he was off doing a walkabout and then getting nailed by Customs trying to bring an artifact from Scotland back into the country. Oh, what we wouldn't have given to see Crane attempt to navigate the labyrinth of airports, security and airplane boarding. He's got street cred now, for what it's worth. It won't help two fellas who got into a fight while drinking however, as the demon is attracted to violence. Really dude? Drunk guys arguing over a woman is what draws your attention? Yawn.  Let me know when you make the jump to Triple-A ball.

TV Guide Makes a Video Highlighting Fox Mulder's Naughty Addiction

Mulder sure loved videos! But not as much as he loved Scully.

Any true X-Phile knows about Fox Mulder's penchant for porn and to pay homage, TV Guide published a video called "X-Files Supercut: Mulder's Porn Addiction!" Thanks, TV Guide! Here's a little bit of what they had to say about Foxy's second love...

The SIZL channel, phone sex hotlines, Celebrity Skin - The X-Files hero doesn't discriminate when it comes to his XXX entertainment. And whenever Mulder has a break from dismantling clandestine conspiracies and uncovering the truth about extraterrestrial life, you can bet your I Want to Believe poster he's spending it wrist-deep in porn.

Any whoooo...I wonder if he'll have the same interests in the new six-episode series that premieres Sunday, January 24 after the NFC Championship game and then continues on Monday the 25th in its normal time slot of 8 p.m. ET? See what I did there? I promoted the new series and then embedded the video for you below for your viewing...pleasure. Enjoy.



-Larissa Mrykalo

Fox Announces Fall Primetime Programming Plus 'The X-Files' Premiere

The major networks recently did some drastic housecleaning but clearly they were just making room for more programming (much to the chagrin of some fans). Now, we can take a look at Fox's fall schedule and see when our favorites TV shows, old and new, will be available for our viewing pleasure.

The one we X-Philes, and "Sleepy Hollow" and "Gotham" fans have been waiting for is the Fox schedule and now it's available thanks this press release. In addition to the new "The X-Files" mini season, Fox continues to provide us with a plethora of paranormal pop culture including the new shows, "Scream Queens," "The Frankenstein Code" and "Lucifer."

Regarding the much anticipated return of "The X-Files," here is what the release has to say:

The next mind-bending chapter of THE X-FILES debuts with a special two-night event beginning Sunday, Jan. 24 (10:00-11:00 PM ET/7:00-8:00 PM PT), following the NFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME, and continuing with its time period premiere on Monday, Jan. 25 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT). The thrilling, six-episode event series, helmed by creator/executive producer Chris Carter and starring David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson as FBI Agents FOX MULDER and DANA SCULLY, marks the momentous return of the Emmy- and Golden Globe Award-winning pop culture phenomenon, which remains one of the longest-running sci-fi series in network television history.

'The X-Files' is Officially Returning For Six Episodes

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The truth is finally out there! The X-Files will indeed be returning to Fox as a limited six-episode series. This was confirmed over at Entertainment Weekly and they also confirm that, after a 13-year break, David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson will be reprising their roles as Fox Mulder and Dana Scully.

Series creator Chris Carter will also be back and states, “I think of it as a 13-year commercial break. The good news is the world has only gotten that much stranger, a perfect time to tell these six stories.”

Only six? Sorry, guys. EW speculates that this will most likely mean these will be stand-alone versus conspiracy episodes. Since the world has indeed gotten stranger, coming up with creepy ideas will be no problem. Let's just hope they're fresh and introduce some new nightmares into our lives.

Dana Walden and Gary Newman, Chairmen and CEOs of Fox Television Group commented on the order, “We had the privilege of working with Chris on all nine seasons of The X-Files – one of the most rewarding creative experiences of our careers – and we couldn’t be more excited to explore that incredible world with him again. The X-Files was not only a seminal show for both the studio and the network, it was a worldwide phenomenon that shaped pop culture – yet remained a true gem for the legions of fans who embraced it from the beginning. Few shows on television have drawn such dedicated fans as The X-Files, and we’re ecstatic to give them the next thrilling chapter of Mulder and Scully they’ve been waiting for.”

We don't yet have a release date but we do know that production is scheduled to begin this summer. According to the William B. Davis Facebook page, this was just posted: "Get ready folks! 'Someone' was contacted about availability. Not saying who but this could get really interesting!" So it looks like the Cigarette Smoking/Cancer Man might be back? Would we then get at least one conspiracy/Syndicate episode? Hardcore fans demand this!

We'll keep you posted on any new developments.

-Larissa Mrykalo

'The X-Files' TV Reboot Soon to Get the Fox Greenlight?

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It was a cold January 17 in 2015 when the news broke of the possibility of a resurrection of the Fox supernatural series, The X-Files. Fans of the show got all excited at the possibility of a Mulder and Scully reunion, but thanks to the busy schedules of David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson, we filed it under, "Probably not, but damn it would be cool."

Now an exclusive over at TV Wise reveals that this reunion really happen and it is close to becoming a reality. The report states:

Fox is close to giving an official green-light to a revival of their iconic science fiction series, which originally aired between 1993 and 2002. Per sources, the network has settled on a "short-stack" order for the revival and while the exact size of the order is yet-to-be-determined, I’m told it will be less than ten episodes (though I can’t confirm the Daily Mail’s report that it will be six). It should be stressed, however, that talks with sister studio 20th Century Fox Television are still on-going.

Unresolved story lines plan to be addressed but they're still working out the kinks of the Anderson and Duchovny scheduling issues. They mention that production will hopefully begin this summer. Good news is, Chris Carter will be returning to to pen the scripts and serve as an executive producer.

Despite the lack of a comment from the big wigs at Fox, TV Wise reports that, "According to sources, Fox is aiming to make a 'big announcement' just ahead of their upfront presentation in New York City this coming May."

I hope I'm not jinxing this project by saying that I have a good feeling about this actually happening. I'm not sure it'll work or quell the cravings of us X-Philes, but I think we'll be seeing what's up with Dana and Fox in the near future. Don't fight it. See what I did there? (crickets)

-Larissa Mrykalo

Fox's 'Sleepy Hollow' Renewed For Third Season

It looks like Fox has given an early renewal for it's supernatural drama series, Sleepy Hollow. Deadline is reporting that the show will be back for a third season despite some floundering in season two.  The Glades creator, Clifton Campbell will be serving as executive producer and will replace Mark Goffman as its new show runner.

According to Fox TV Group chairman Dana Walden, the network is striving to continue to impart some fun into their new shows, “We want to get back to something that feels a little bit more episodic in nature, it has become overly serialized. We are trying to return the fun to it a little bit.” This is evident in the network's renewal of the gritty series and fan-fav, Gotham.

Fox entertainment president David Madden lauds the Sleepy Hollow's new showrunner, “He is an excellent producer, and we can’t wait to see what this team has in store for Season Three."

So some fresh ideas are on the horizon for the modern-day adaptation of Washington Irving's short story. We'll keep you posted on any new developments and it's season three premiere date.

-Larissa Mrykalo

'Sleepy Hollow' Recap: 'Tempus Fugit'

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BY DAWN FEAKES

Last week Katrina went full-on evil after the death of Henry so of course the only logical thing to do was head to the past and not save Ichabod in the first place but Abbie hitched a ride and ended up in colonial Sleepy Hollow which, given it was a good 200 years before the Civil Rights Act, well, let's just say it's not a happy match. I'm not ready to say good-bye to Crane, Abbie, Jenny or Irving yet (though Katrina can go hang for all I care.) (See what I did there?) Let's do this.

On the fateful battlefield, Crane is given notice that a strange woman has information for him that will change the course of the war. Sigh. Fine, what do you want? I know of your special mission and the Hessian. By pulling him off the battlefield, Crane missed his date with destiny and Katrina is distraught that Crane isn't in the hospital for her to kill. Ungrateful bastard. Dude, I'm trying to save your life and the world here. All right, the short version: you were supposed to die on the battlefield and end up in suspended animation until we meet 200 years in the future and now things are screwed up so we have to unscrew it. You know, no big deal.

'Sleepy Hollow' Recap: 'Awakening'

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BY DAWN FEAKES

You guys, things go downhill quickly when you're no longer certain of whom your allies are. Let's do this.

A massive psychic blast rings through the town square possessing three people but it passes as quickly as it arrived. Ah, it was Henry. Enough said. But what is he doing this time? As if that's not enough, Jenny catches up with Crane and Abbie to let them know that Irving's been compromised. My, the news just keeps getting better and better but one crisis at a time please.

The victims were all in the same vicinity but were in total fugue state. Strange, it seemed like Serilda, Andy Brooks and Solomon Kent in that they all exhibited magical powers. And there is this bell here which was cast from the same one as in Philadelphia. The famous crack? Ichabod of course. But it was for a secret mission for General Washington so drink your drink. The bell causes people to display powers of witchcraft so Katrina would be the logical expert except not so much. She's been a bit distant recently, you know, doing blood magic to call Henry to her. The darkness released, he sees her as an ally, not an enemy. I killed Moloch to save you Mother and I have so much to tell you. Tea?

'Sleepy Hollow' Recap: 'What Lies Beneath'

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BY DAWN FEAKES

Last time Katrina the Struggle Witch continued to struggle, so hopefully she went to magic camp so we don't have to deal with her uselessness tonight. Let's do this.

Mere mortals from a local engineering company traipse through the tunnels which always means they are not long for this world. Finding a secret passage they investigate and discover a mysterious seal so of course they open it only to be attacked by Insane Clown Posse rejects. I hope they get overtime for this. Crane and Mills get called on the case where a pushy journalist who is also the brother of one of the missing men gets up in Abbie's grill. He's realized that Sleepy Hollow is the new Sunnydale and that an awful lot of people go missing here. Calvin, hon, that's really not the best way to get her to help you...or ask her for a date.

Checking out the tunnels they find the engineer's equipment and the mysterious seal complete with claw marks and symbols of witchcraft. Do you: A) proceed or B) regroup and call for back up? If you answered anything but 'A' then you've never actually watched this show before. Only one man could have designed this chamber and no, not Franklin. Thomas Jefferson! New name drop so drink your drink. The selfie culture is good for one thing as one of the dropped phones shows an albino ROUS dragging the men into the hole. Too bad he didn't get a chance to 'Instant Gram' it.

'Sleepy Hollow' Recap: 'Spellcaster'

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BY DAWN FEAKES 

Sigh. This is going to be a Katrina-centric episode, isn't it? Dammit.

Last week Hawley was guilt-tripped then betrayed by foster-mama and Crane and Abbie made far greater strides in fixing their relationship then Crane and Katrina have. Irving is free and all hell is about to break loose. Let's do this.

Opening in a museum or auction house or anything place old rarely leads to anything good and the streak continues. A dirty, hat-wearing stranger appears, steals a book, and cuts himself to do the blood magic force choke on the unlucky employees still around. Surely there are easier ways...like waiting until everyone's gone. Oh, evil. So impatient

It's House Hunters: Hellmouth as Crane is looking for a house that is not the catacombs. His attempts at playing it cool are sabotaged by the baked goods. Real estate agent - 1, Crane - 0. Though you might want to, you know, establish some credit or something. Anyways, there was a double murder at the auction house and a book was stolen! Not just any book, (of course) a grimoire that belonged to John Dee, noted Elizabethan scholar and student of the occult. Hm, whom to consult with on this? I hope she won't be too useless. The expert in question is currently changing flower petals and throwing rocks. No, not useless at all. Sigh.

'Sleepy Hollow' Recap: 'Kali Yuga'

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BY DAWN FEAKES

After last week's Crane and Katrina Scooby-fest we've got Hawley, karaoke, and relationship talk tonight. Let's do this.

Nothing relaxes hard-working Witnesses more than some karaoke with Jenny and Hawley in a double-date. Which it isn't because Crane and Katrina are totes back together and Abbie does not want to talk about it. Hawley's gotta bail though, there are deals to be made but alas, he just got Lando Calrissian-ed big time as his foster mom Carmella wants some help with one last job: robbing Theodore Knox's estate, you know since I raised you and everything.

Sorry to break up the party kids but Hawley's not back and someone's broken into the archives. Good thing because Crane was about to follow up with a drinking song. But priorities guys, archives before all. Good news though, Hawley was the one who broke into the archives. Two birds, one stone and all that. Momma Carmella's got something going on with her teeth though and she may want to get that looked at.

'Sleepy Hollow' Recap: 'Pittura Infamante'

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BY DAWN FEAKES

When we cold open on a new character, we know they are not long for this world and that honor tonight goes to a man named Grant as he's cleaning a painting when it starts bleeding. Bandages, stat! Le'ts do this.

It's date night for the estranged Mr. and Mrs. Crane...at a historical society. You know what's fun? Bowling. Bowling is fun. They should do that. Anyway, Abbie gives Crane good advice to not mention the Founding Fathers, Ben Franklin or his fling with Betsey Ross. Oops. Crane knows Grant, the restorer because of course he does and Katrina was totally besties with Abigail Adams whose house they're at because of course she was. Date night's interrupted by Katrina being impacted by magic and a presence. Nice try but still not liking her. Moving on.

Fox Confirms Talks of an 'X-Files' Reboot

Scully & Mulder ponder this reboot idea

In yet another attempt to jump on the reboot wagon, the powers that be over at Fox look like they may want to capture again the magic that was "The X-Files." The series was quite a supernatural hit and ran from 1993-2002. This old gal may have been a little obsessed with the show and shed a tear or two thousand when it ended so this is good news, right? Maybe?

Entertainment Weekly reports that, "...the network’s leadership says they are seriously chasing a reboot of The X-Files..." The good news is, they (meaning Fox chairman and CEOs Dana Walden and Gary Newman) want Gillian Anderson and David Duchovny back as Agents Scully and Mulder as well as series creator, Chris Carter to be on board. Bad news is, these are busy folks who have have other projects to which they must attend.

Gary Newman confirmed, "It’s true that we’ve had some conversations on X-Files. We’re hopeful of being able to bring that back at some point.” Dana Walden added, "Gary and I both worked [at 20th Century Fox Television] through the entire run of 'The X Files.' It was a great experience. We’ve maintained good relationships with Chris, David and Gillian. We’re very hopeful, but it’s hard. The actors are very busy. They have a lot going on. Chris has a lot on his plate, so it’s just trying to carve out the time."

So, the discussion has been confirmed but that's about it at this point. Contractual obligations must be cleared but should this happen at all? When "The X-Files" aired, it was a pretty novel show and there really weren't many fictional, hour-long shows airing at this time. Now there are plenty from which to choose. Sound familiar, "Ghostbusters" reboot people? Don't get me wrong, I'd love to see what Mulder and Scully are up to but maybe they should just continue to live in our imaginations?

What say you about the idea of a reboot? Sound off as to why a new "The X-Files" TV series should be resurrected like Lazarus or put to rest.

-Larissa Mrykalo

'Sleepy Hollow' Recap: 'Paradise Lost'

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BY DAWN FEAKES

Hey all, welcome back! Did you have a good holiday? Just to get everyone on the same page, Hawley was babysitting Abraham, Henry killed Moloch for not loving him enough and Katrina survived (dammit.) Let's do this.

After the battle against Moloch, the crew wakes in the woods to find Henry gone. This...is rather unlike him. Crane can't rest though, there must be some evil to fight that doesn't include speaking to Katrina. Abbie humors him but is clearly thinking about the future post-Witness. It may be important but it sure doesn't pay very well. You know the old saying that if you look hard enough for trouble you'll find it? Well they do in the form of demons looking to summon their master but out of the darkness who should arrive but Batman, er, Orion. Crane shockingly doesn't immediately take to the new arrival but that could be because Katrina just decided she needed him. Leftenant, hang with our feathered friend please. TTFN.

Emma Roberts and Jamie Lee Curtis Cast in Ryan Murphy's 'Scream Queens'

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It looks like a lot of screaming will be done in the fall of 2015. Not only will MTV be airing a reboot of "Scream" but Ryan Murphy is bringing us a 15-episode horror/comedy anthology series called "Scream Queens." The series order was announced in October and now we have two leading ladies cast. Appropriately, one is an iconic scream queen herself.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, "American Horror Story" alum and current 'Freak Show' cast member, Emma Roberts and horror icon Jamie Lee Curtis will star in the hour-long "horrody" Fox series that will premiere next fall. Character details are being kept hidden but THR learned that the first season will be "revolving around a college campus that's rocked by a series of murders." Sounding a lot like American Horror Story,  "New settings and storylines will be featured in subsequent seasons of the anthology series."

Murphy caused some controversy when this was announced when he stated,“We hope to create a whole new genre — comedy-horror — and the idea is for every season to revolve around two female leads. We’ve already begun a nationwide search for those women, as well as 10 other supporting roles, and we’re very grateful to [Fox TV Group chairmen and CEOs] Dana [Walden] and Gary [Newman] for their enthusiastic support.” Why controversial? Comedy-horror is far from a "whole new genre" but hey, we'll give it a watch and report back on just how fresh an idea this series might be.

Let us know what you think of the idea behind the series and the casting news. We'll keep you posted on any further developments, including the premiere date.

-Larissa Mrykalo

'Sleepy Hollow' Recap: 'The Akeda'

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BY DAWN FEAKES

It's time for the second half of the mid-season finale. Let's do this.

Time is running short and Abbie and Crane are in a hurry so of course power surges disrupt all electronics. What's a pair of Witnesses to do? Continue on via motorcycle of course to the manor where Katrina was (is) being held captive. There's a model of the town and with dots connected it looks suspiciously like a pentagram as described in Washington's bible. Drink. But is it too late? Well if by 'too late' you mean that your wife has been chained in a fiery pentagram by the Horseman of Death, then yes. Crane is having none of that nonsense though and takes on Headless with Methusela's sword, besting him. With Headless "looking" at the business end of the sword, it's make or break time for Katrina: you gonna stop your husband from killing Abraham or do you need a few more minutes to decide where your loyalties lie?

Headless or not, Abraham doesn't want to die again (still) and stalls with the bomb drop that all magic has a cost and the sword will claim the bearer's soul. Huh. That could be a problem. She'll need time to research the claim. Of course. But in the meantime, lock him up. Y'all remember how well that worked last season, right? Now Katrina,work your 'magic' and gather intelligence. And I just sprained my eyes by rolling them too hard. Shockingly enough, Jenny comes through with the research confirming Abraham's story, relegating Katrina once again to 'trophy-the-boys-are-fighting-over-and-no-one-understands-why.' Let me get this straight: they can't use the sword without killing themselves? How will that help? But what about someone whose soul was already claimed? Could they use it? Yo, Captain Irving: how you feel about a little payback? But more importantly, can Crane and Katrina keep out of the way if it becomes necessary to kill Henry to get to Moloch? Spoiler alert: not so much.

'Sleepy Hollow' Recap: 'Magnum Opus'

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BY DAWN FEAKES

Well, here we are. Part One of the "Sleepy Hollow" mid-season finale. Let's do this.

Desperate to clear their minds, Crane and Abbie play a Guess Who game when Katrina appears in a mirror to tell them that she's failed - Moloch still lives. Henry though is able to activate her connection and listens in as the cobwebs shake loose and free association leads them to the anagram of Enoch's Sword. Dammit Katrina, this is why you always clear your browsing history! Jenny and Irving are on the run for the border but Sheriff Reyes is hot on their tail so Abbie lets her sister know. Think you can kiss that FBI transfer good-bye now Leftenant. But back to the matter at hand, the sword of Enoch which was actually Methusela's sword given to Enoch to cut down 1000 demons. Ben Franklin (drink), hid the map to the spot where the sword lies in the symbolism of a snake which matches up exactly with a river. How enterprising of him. But they must know themselves completely or they will perish according to the prophecy. So it's like Mjolnir then but more deadly.

'Sleepy Hollow' Recap: 'Mama'

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So many feels this week you guys. Let's do this.

There have been a rash of suicides at Tarrytown Psych where Jenny, Irving and Mama Mills all spent time so Sheriff Reyes assigns the case to Abbie with a free reign. Naturally. Her usual trusty sidekick seems to have fallen victim to the dreaded man-cold and the inability to open child proof containers, clearing the way for the Mills ladies to work their magic. Their allies? A lovesick Hawley, a felled Crane and Captain Irving who is fighting his own demons. Literally.  Viewing the security footage of the most recent suicide, they notice a figure in the the corner and it's Mama Mills, back from the grave. Hoo boy. Well, we know that Mama's demons were real but why cause others to choose the same death she chose?

When one white man falls, another will rise to take his place. Enter Hawley, purveyor of maps, charts and special matzoh ball soup for Crane. Clearly in Crane's time this would have meant that they were engaged. General Washington is named-dropped so drink your drink. Not you Crane, you're going sleepy-bye.