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Tuesday, August 31, 2010

“Marquette County History Museum ready to move” plus 3 more

“Marquette County History Museum ready to move” plus 3 more

Marquette County History Museum ready to move

Posted: 31 Aug 2010 05:44 PM PDT

The new Marquette County History Museum in downtown Marquette is in the final stages of construction

Edsel makes history: Thunderbirds win All-Area net title for first time ever

Posted: 31 Aug 2010 11:10 AM PDT

History was made Tuesday afternoon when Edsel Ford won the Press & Guide All-Area Tennis Tournament.

History Behind the Malaysian Flag

Posted: 31 Aug 2010 10:55 AM PDT

The Malaysian flag which became known as Jalur Gemilang in later years was actually created a few years before independence. According to the history, when the Federation of Mal...

Past Controversy Haunts History Professor

Posted: 31 Aug 2010 10:09 AM PDT

Adjunct history professor Michael Bellesiles is no newcomer to scandal. Having released a controversial book on the history of guns in America and an article about a former student's loss of a half brother from war, he's now trying to give a second go at teaching.
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Monday, August 30, 2010

“History of a Dress, Chinese Style” plus 3 more

“History of a Dress, Chinese Style” plus 3 more

History of a Dress, Chinese Style

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 05:01 PM PDT

An exhibition at the Hong Kong Museum of History shows how the iconic Chinese dress, the qipao, evolved with the changing status of women in Chinese society.

Turning History’s Detritus Into Gold

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 02:57 PM PDT

Being a pioneering folklorist is no picnic. Even the groundbreaking anthologies "A Treasury of American Folklore" (1944) and "Lay My Burden Down: A Folk History of Slavery" (1945), both compiled by Benjamin Botkin, met with ferocious resistance from academic folklorists, according to a new study from the University of Oklahoma Press, "America's Folklorist: B.A Botkin and American Culture ...

Edsel makes history: Thunderbirds win All-Area net title for first time ever

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 12:27 PM PDT

History was made Tuesday afternoon when Edsel Ford won the Press & Guide All-Area Tennis Tournament.

History wars set to break out again

Posted: 30 Aug 2010 10:15 AM PDT

THE new national school curriculum could be delayed under a Coalition government, which would review it and address ideological concerns it has about some history topics.
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Sunday, August 29, 2010

“Experts and history buffs watching for results of latest Titanic expedition” plus 3 more

“Experts and history buffs watching for results of latest Titanic expedition” plus 3 more

Experts and history buffs watching for results of latest Titanic expedition

Posted: 29 Aug 2010 11:10 AM PDT

Titanic experts and history buffs are taking a wait-and-see approach to an expedition currently exploring the famous shipwreck, saying it's too early to tell whether or not anything new will be revealed.

Yaris. Full service history Road tax and MOT 1.3 engine....

Posted: 29 Aug 2010 07:57 AM PDT

Yaris. Full service history Road tax and MOT 1.3 engine size 5 doors 40,000 Mile age 2005 metalic gray £3300 more info >

History highlights this August

Posted: 29 Aug 2010 07:52 AM PDT

The leading destination for revealing, award-winning original non-fiction series and event-driven specials, History, goes billions of years back in time to uncover "How the Earth was Made."

Glimpse of History photo gallery

Posted: 29 Aug 2010 03:10 AM PDT

This week's Glimpse of History photo gallery can be viewed at the following link: http://photos.nj.com/4504/gallery/glimpse_of_history/index.html Somerset County Glimpse of History: A photograph of the Bernardsville railroad station taken in 1895. Morris County Glimpse of History: An undated photo of...
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Saturday, August 28, 2010

“Chautauqua brings history to life at C.M. Russell Museum” plus 3 more

“Chautauqua brings history to life at C.M. Russell Museum” plus 3 more

Chautauqua brings history to life at C.M. Russell Museum

Posted: 28 Aug 2010 06:51 PM PDT

An old tradition brought history to life at the C.M. Russell Museum on Saturday. The second annual Chautauqua featured famous characters like President Theodore Roosevelt and Jeannette Rankin.

Briefs: History Center seeks 'Hidden Treasures' for appraisals

Posted: 28 Aug 2010 06:00 PM PDT

The third annual "Pittsburgh's Hidden Treasures," an event that provides appraisals of household goods valued from the thousands of dollars to the tens of cents, will take place Sunday at the Senator John Heinz History Center.

Biggest Sports History Project in the World comes to Waterford The history of the GAA in

Posted: 28 Aug 2010 07:19 AM PDT

The history of the GAA in Waterford is the focus of a major history project about to be carried out. The GAA Oral History Project is one of the biggest sporting history projects ever undertaken in the world and will leave a remarkable legacy for future generations.

Edsel makes history: Thunderbirds win All-Area net title for first time ever

Posted: 28 Aug 2010 06:57 AM PDT

History was made Tuesday afternoon when Edsel Ford won the Press & Guide All-Area Tennis Tournament.
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Friday, August 27, 2010

“Irish bishops have history of disunity, says Martin” plus 3 more

“Irish bishops have history of disunity, says Martin” plus 3 more

Irish bishops have history of disunity, says Martin

Posted: 27 Aug 2010 05:29 PM PDT

IRELAND'S CATHOLIC bishops have "a long history of a lack of unity" the Catholic Archbishop of Dublin Diarmuid Martin has said, according to an English translation of the address he delivered in Italian at Rimini last Tuesday.

Winemaking history subject of SRC class

Posted: 27 Aug 2010 03:35 PM PDT

Spoon River College is offering a course called Illinois Winemaking: Uncork the Mystery and the History from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 7 at the Spoon River College Community Outreach Center in Canton.

History of Gospel Music - Presentation

Posted: 27 Aug 2010 02:31 PM PDT

A powerpoint presentation that I have made for my year 9s. It takes them through a simple history of Gospel music. Includes music.

History Spotlight - early Ohio football

Posted: 27 Aug 2010 01:30 PM PDT

Football has a long history in Ohio.
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Thursday, August 26, 2010

“Commentary: Race, history and public safety” plus 3 more

“Commentary: Race, history and public safety” plus 3 more

Commentary: Race, history and public safety

Posted: 26 Aug 2010 03:55 PM PDT

Will history be the winner in this years race for Baltimore States Attorney? I am talking about the historic suspicion of the police in the citys black community. Does the current prosecutors war with a succession of police commissioners protect her from those who find her performance wanting? I am talking about the history of white oppression [...]

"History Detectives" and Jerry Beck Uncover New Looney Tunes "Buddy" Cels

Posted: 26 Aug 2010 02:13 PM PDT

Cartoon Brew's Jerry Beck reports that he will be appearing on an upcoming episode of PBS's History Detectives over a cache of recently found animation cels that turned out to be from the first "Buddy" cartoon , 1933's "Buddy's Day Out." Buddy is... [read more]

APSU History Club named best for 2nd time

Posted: 26 Aug 2010 12:05 PM PDT

Shortly after Austin Peay State University's Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society won "Best Chapter" in the nation last year, the university hosted an unrelated celebration marking its record enrollment of 10,188 students. For the history professors and students standing in the Morgan University Center Plaza that day, the event was bittersweet.

Baby Gators make history

Posted: 26 Aug 2010 10:31 AM PDT

BAKER History was made Friday night when Baker hosted Pryor in a preseason middle school football game. This is the first year the middle school students at Baker have had a team of their own. For the record, the final score was 44-6 in favor of...
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Wednesday, August 25, 2010

“Book chronicles history of UH-West Oahu” plus 3 more

“Book chronicles history of UH-West Oahu” plus 3 more

Book chronicles history of UH-West Oahu

Posted: 25 Aug 2010 06:24 PM PDT

HONOLULU (AP) A new book chronicling the history of the University of Hawaii at West Oahu is now on sale at the Leeward Community College book store.

Price of August naps: history's rudest awakenings

Posted: 25 Aug 2010 06:16 PM PDT

The world sometimes falls asleep in August. And when it wakes in September it sorely rues the nap. Some of the most consequential events in modern Western history happened in August. Yet many people still think not much happens this month.

History-making Anglican priest says Africa has faith to believe it can defeat AIDS (Worldwide Faith History-makin)

Posted: 25 Aug 2010 01:24 PM PDT

Rev Canon Gideon Byamugisha today called on the African bishops of the Anglican Communion to take the lead in ensuring the HIV virus never celebrates its 50th birthday in 2031. Canon Gideon - who made history by being the first priest in Africa to publically admit his HIV+ status - said bishops are in a prime position to be leaders in the fight against HIV and AIDS.

Family history conference set

Posted: 25 Aug 2010 09:13 AM PDT

The Family History Expo will be held Aug. 27 and 28 at the South Towne Expo Center, 9575 S. State, in Sandy.
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Tuesday, August 24, 2010

“Caviar: A Global History” plus 3 more

“Caviar: A Global History” plus 3 more

Caviar: A Global History

Posted: 24 Aug 2010 04:27 PM PDT

The history of caviar production is a story of global politics with Russia, Iran and even America as major players

WWII prisoner of war camp holds history, memories for base typist Rita Wells

Posted: 24 Aug 2010 01:13 PM PDT

This weeks Summer History Series takes us back to WWII and a prison camp that was right in our back yard. Rita Wells has access to a lot of information about our nations troops. All she has to do is turn on the television and watch the news.

Medical history still a mystery

Posted: 24 Aug 2010 09:11 AM PDT

FOR decades Kepnock man Michael Gray's family medical history has been a complete mystery.

Southwest Florida Museum of History resumes seasonal hours today

Posted: 24 Aug 2010 07:24 AM PDT

The Southwest Florida Museum of History resumes seasonal hours on Tuesday, August 24th. The Museum is open from 10 am 5 pm Tuesday Saturday and closed Sunday-Monday.
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Monday, August 23, 2010

“Local books: The spotlight is on history in this week's roundup of titles of local interest” plus 3 more

“Local books: The spotlight is on history in this week's roundup of titles of local interest” plus 3 more

Local books: The spotlight is on history in this week's roundup of titles of local interest

Posted: 23 Aug 2010 07:05 PM PDT

The spotlight is on history in this week's roundup of titles of local interest.

Film of Tucson's history debuted among protests

Posted: 23 Aug 2010 04:09 PM PDT

A movie about Tucson's history debuted Saturday night at a downtown theater, but not everyone is raving about the flick. Protesters were there, calling for more money for public access. Protesters staged their demonstration in front of the fox theater during the premier of "Finding Tucson's Origins," a movie recounting Tucson's history. They're asking the city, "Why fund the film but not public ...

Atwal makes golf history with maiden PGA Tour victory

Posted: 23 Aug 2010 03:31 PM PDT

Arjun Atwal's narrow victory at the Wyndham Championship secured a slice of golfing history as he became the first Indian-born player to win on the PGA tour.

Marufu to make history

Posted: 23 Aug 2010 02:47 PM PDT

HISTORY is set to be made at this weekends Toyota Zimbabwe Challenge Rally when Laureen Marufu becomes the first black Zimbabwean woman to take part in the countrys premier motorsport event.
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Sunday, August 22, 2010

“Wheeling History Book On Sale Monday” plus 3 more

“Wheeling History Book On Sale Monday” plus 3 more

Wheeling History Book On Sale Monday

Posted: 22 Aug 2010 05:29 PM PDT

If you want a piece of Wheeling's history, this could be your chance.

Passion for history drives teacher in, and out, of classroom

Posted: 22 Aug 2010 04:31 PM PDT

Passion for history drives teacher in, and out, of classroom By Mark Havnes The Salt Lake Tribune Updated Aug 22, 2010 08:14PM MDT Annabella It has been a discouraging year for Jeff Roberts. A rock art site in a stone alcove in the hills above his hometown of Annabella was vandalized in the spring and a prehistoric pit house village he discovered 20 years ago is now being rifled by suspected ...

Waterfront History Festival is today at Buffalo lighthouse

Posted: 22 Aug 2010 03:46 AM PDT

The Buffalo Lighthouse Waterfront History Festival will be held from 1 to5 p. m. today. Visitors will be able to see the panoramic view of the Buffalo waterfront from the lighthouse tower, and hear sea chantey singer Tony DeCorse and the Fratterigo Family Singers.

History Days fundraiser pays tribute to Simi's past

Posted: 21 Aug 2010 08:03 PM PDT

There was even more history than usual on display Saturday at Strathearn Historical Park in Simi Valley. The Simi Valley Historical Society held its annual History Days fundraiser. In addition to permanent exhibits including St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, built in 1902 and transplanted to the park in 2002 there were a number of temporary historical exhibits on display Saturday.
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Saturday, August 21, 2010

“History awaits - but not just yet” plus 3 more

“History awaits - but not just yet” plus 3 more

History awaits - but not just yet

Posted: 21 Aug 2010 05:08 PM PDT

Ken Wyatt might be hailed as making history, but the race for WA's most marginal seat in the federal election looks set to have some way to run yet.

Living history

Posted: 21 Aug 2010 04:10 PM PDT

HISTORY will come alive next week in a special talk and demonstration about weaponry through the ages.

Living History: Mormonisms 9/11 mosque moment came in 1903

Posted: 21 Aug 2010 03:44 PM PDT

Living History: Mormonisms 9/11 mosque moment came in 1903 Updated Aug 21, 2010 06:55PM MDT Before a proposed mosque in Manhattan focused the nations attention on terroristic tendencies of everyday Muslims, Mormons faced the same scrutiny. The Mormon 9/11 Mosque moment happened more than 100 years earlier. In 1903, the Utah Legislature elected LDS Apostle Reed Smoot as U.S. senator from ...

History shows: Local candidate who raises most money usually wins

Posted: 21 Aug 2010 02:38 PM PDT

Incumbent Alachua County Commissioner Lee Pinkoson has raised almost three times as much money as his opponent, Jack Donovan, heading into Tuesday's District 2 Democratic primary. If history holds true, his chance of winning is also three times greater.
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Friday, August 20, 2010

“History book project moves forward” plus 3 more

“History book project moves forward” plus 3 more

History book project moves forward

Posted: 20 Aug 2010 10:52 AM PDT

� The Branch County History Book Project gained steam during fair week, as a dedicated group of local history buffs work on a 2010 edition to compliment the 1979 and 1984 editions.

Photographic history found

Posted: 20 Aug 2010 10:21 AM PDT

History is fragile when it is stored on glass. The glass-plate negative of this picture of Canterbury soldiers boarding the troop ship Athenic at Lyttelton on September 23, 1914, is broken in the top left-hand corner.

History alive downtown

Posted: 20 Aug 2010 06:54 AM PDT

"History buffs and those eager to experience good old-fashioned fun are in for a legacy of learning during Heritage Week celebrations Feb. 14 to 21 in Historic Downtown and beyond," said Ingrid Epp, executive director of the Abbotsford Downtown Business Association this week.

'History Detectives' episode set in Cooperstown

Posted: 20 Aug 2010 03:57 AM PDT

Production crewmembers from PBS' "History Detectives" were in Cooperstown this summer to try to uncover another mystery.
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Thursday, August 19, 2010

“Local history group urges building facades preservation” plus 3 more

“Local history group urges building facades preservation” plus 3 more

Local history group urges building facades preservation

Posted: 19 Aug 2010 06:13 PM PDT

A newly formed local history group is calling on the city to help guarantee the former Redfish Grill retains its heritage fa�ade.

History lesson in human rights offers new angle on asylum seeker debate

Posted: 19 Aug 2010 12:06 PM PDT

On Tuesday night UWA human rights law lecturer Mel Thomas gave a public address at the university's Albany campus about his research into universal human rights laws, and the role history can play as a guide to current human rights debates in Australia.

History of Miss Universe Pageant: Memories and Scandal

Posted: 19 Aug 2010 08:30 AM PDT

Good or bad, the Miss Universe Pageant has seen it all in its 58 year history. This year is no different with controversy surrounding the pageants promo photo shoot. Contributor: Kenzy England Published: Aug 18, 2010

History Center to offer Heritage Events

Posted: 19 Aug 2010 07:49 AM PDT

The Butler County History Center will be offering their Heritage Events as part of the Frontier Western Celebration free to the public this weekend.
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Wednesday, August 18, 2010

“History Channel's "Modern Marvels" To Feature Kansas Salt Mine” plus 3 more

“History Channel's "Modern Marvels" To Feature Kansas Salt Mine” plus 3 more

History Channel's "Modern Marvels" To Feature Kansas Salt Mine

Posted: 18 Aug 2010 07:01 PM PDT

A piece of Kansas history located hundreds of feet underground is gaining worldwide attention.

Find history, chocolates in New York's DUMBO area

Posted: 18 Aug 2010 04:33 PM PDT

NEW YORK -- Four centuries in 30 minutes. That's what tourists get in trendy DUMBO. The history of this offbeat Brooklyn neighborhood includes Dutch settlers, George Washington, Walt Whitman, the Brooklyn and Manhattan bridges and a 21st-century chocolate shop.

History Center seeks Geneva stories

Posted: 18 Aug 2010 03:22 PM PDT

Geneva History Center Educator Margaret Selakovich is seeking help from residents to enhance the citys story with audio recordings.

Secret History: The Monorchid's Let Them Eat...

Posted: 18 Aug 2010 11:57 AM PDT

The Secret History series features profiles of classic D.C. albums as a way of looking back at the District's contributions to music over time. This installment remembers Let Them Eat... , the Monorchid's bracing post-punk debut (Simple Machines/Dischord, 1997). The Monorchid was a hard act to ignore. Forming around guitarist Chris Hamley and ex-Ignition bassist Chris Thomson, both veterans of ...
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Tuesday, August 17, 2010

“Moving history” plus 3 more

“Moving history” plus 3 more

Moving history

Posted: 17 Aug 2010 04:51 PM PDT

Following the village sesquicentennial celebration in 1988, many residents in McConnell decided it was time to take much of the history gathered for the celebration and organize it into a museum. In 2001, the McConnell Area Historical Society was formed. Many of the more than 50 active members have taken history collected for the 1988 celebration and added to this rich museum, which has been ...

HISTORY(TM) DELIVERS BLOCKBUSTER RATINGS ON SUNDAY AND MONDAY NIGHTS

Posted: 17 Aug 2010 02:48 PM PDT

History spins the numbers for August 15-16.

History Walk rescheduled for Aug. 24

Posted: 17 Aug 2010 01:04 PM PDT

The Cass County Historical Society History Walk on Front Street in Walker, originally set for Aug. 10, has been rescheduled due to rain. The History Walk will be given Tuesday at 7 p.m., starting at the Cass County Museum.

Guided history walk on Catharine Valley Trail

Posted: 17 Aug 2010 12:26 PM PDT

Gary Emerson, a resident of Odessa with a passion for local history, will offer a Catherine Valley Trail History Walk from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday. .
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