The absence of geography courses in American elementary and secondary school curriculums these days is a concern. Yes, it is important for young people to know where places are in…
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The date was May 25, 1999. Some fifty eight years after the attack on Pearl Harbor, but it, too, is a day that will live in infamy. For it was…
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In some ways, either you do like or do not like tobacco. And if you do like it, chances are you really like it. Unfortunately, and for better or worse,…
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Take a look at your salt shaker the next time you sit down at the dinner table. Or the canister of Morton’s Salt in your cupboard. Now take a gander…
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Raise your hand if you still subscribe to and read a hardcopy newspaper every morning or day. It’s OK if you don’t. In the modern era, newspapers are just as…
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Well, I guess I’m “dating” myself with this entry. Many fellow baby boomers (born 1946-1964) will recognize some if not all of these classic rock guitarists, their bands, and the…
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