George Stephenson and the Rocket Win Rainhill Trials
Steam power transformed mining mills and railroads. George Stephenson, rising from farm work to engineer, built engines that pushed coal loads and broke speed records. His Rocket won Rainhill in 1829, reaching 29 mph and proving steam locomotives viable for land transport.
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Education funding push urged by North Carolina official
Dr. T wingate Andrews urged High Point Lions to approve a school supplement tax of up to 15 cents per 100 dollars to bolster state funds. He warned of worsening crisis without aid, citing teacher outflows and low per pupil spending compared with about 100 cities.
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Goya stamp issue honors famed Spanish painter
Spain issued a beautiful set of stamps honoring Francisco Jose Goya Lacientes, the 18th century painter known for satirical depictions of Inquisition, Napoleonic era, and war. The article notes his rebellion, bullring scenes, deafness, exile in France, and death in 1828.
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