Mr. Potato Head Stands Test of Time
Mr. Potato Head had a very humble beginning. The inventor who came up with the idea did so in 1949. At that time many Americans still had home gardens that […]
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Pets and Family of President Benjamin Harrison
Benjamin Harrison (1833-1901), grandson of William Henry Harrison (1773-1841), served as U.S. President from 1889-1893. When he moved to Washington, D.C. most of Harrison’s grown family also moved in to
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Thanksgiving Highlights
People around the world have always celebrated successful harvests. At heart, Thanksgiving is a celebration of a bountiful harvest. Today we interpret this to also be for the benefits we
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Roberto Clemente: Among First Puerto Rican Baseball Players
Roberto Clemente was an extraordinary baseball player with a presence that captivated fans, especially young people. Known for his powerful hitting, swift base-running, and an arm likened to a “rifle”
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Post-Election: A Participatory Democracy
Election results have yet to come in as I write this. We are all wondering whether the election will be resolved in a day or two or if something will
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George Meléndez Wright: Conservation Visionary
George Meléndez Wright was the first professional park service employee to bring focus to wildlife in the parks. He was only 21 when he was hired by Yosemite National Park,
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