Origin of the Sandwich Islands Name
Capt. James Cook gave the Hawaiian Islands the name Sandwich Islands. The current name derives from the native term for the largest island.
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1967
Page
8
Capt. James Cook gave the Hawaiian Islands the name Sandwich Islands. The current name derives from the native term for the largest island.
Dr John Norman a Pace College political science professor will speak at the Democratic town committee meeting Monday at 8 30 p m in Fairfield Woods school on the town form of government The event is open to the public and is announced by party chairman Dr James B Kellis Norman chaired the 1960 61 Charter Revision commission He has WWII OSS and State Department experience and campaign chairman for the Democratic party in 1959. He lives with his wife Mary and four daughters at 290 Old Spring Road.
Vincent J. Como leads a testimonial plan by the Democratic town committee honoring Ralph Garofalo former party chairman and his wife Marie for their service. Charles L. Butler David Mandel join Chamber of Commerce. Morrison and Turk firm also noted. Bids for sewage plant addition to be opened March 17. William Schaefer Civil Defense secretary hospitalized after surgery. Baltimore 1885 first U S city to replace horse trolleys with electric streetcars.
According to estimates from the Gas Appliances Manufacturers Association there are well over 300000 gas grills in use across lawns patios driveways and pool areas with more than 1400000 outdoor lights lighting decorations.
A striking new blue hue sets a trend in fashion and home decor. Designers highlight this versatile shade across apparel and interiors, signaling a shift toward cooler palettes and bold, confident looks for the coming season.
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