Do‑It‑Yourself Bicentennial History Ideas
New York teacher Carl Oechsner outlines practical projects to revive local history. Compile family genealogies, search attics for mementos, interview relatives, and map streets and cemeteries. Create tours, photo studies, and traveling exhibits with old and new images. Gather local historical records in a central archive.
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New York
Carl Oechsner
Ossining
N.Y
Historical Society
County Land Records Office
Peppermint Bottle landmark in ancient Peking
The White Dogoba or Peppermint Bottle was built in 1652 to commemorate the Dalai Lama of Tibet’s visit to Peking. It stands on an artificial island in Peihai, part of a trio of lakes in the Imperial City of Peking.
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Peking
Dalai Lama
Tibet
Peihai
Red Tape Cutting Contest Planned At Ohio Fairs
Gov. Richard F. Celeste will sponsor a Red Tape Cutting Competition at 36 county fairs starting July 16 at Jackson County Fair. A $25 savings bond prizes the best suggestion. A bipartisan panel will judge each county event, with aim to make government more responsive. Celeste said ideas from his campaign show many want faster service and less run‑around.
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Columbus
UPI
Richard F. Celeste
U.S
Celeste
Jackson County
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Chronicle-Telegram
San Salvador
el Salvador
Joe, Walhander
Midway Mall
Higbee
Sur Wavorsy
Lordin
Elyria
Photogray
Coffman Optical
Offman
Broad Street
Lacie
Ais
Citizens Home & Savings Presents
Corningware
Pam
Corning Ware
Corwing
Corelle
Clinkman
Corelle “Litingware
Golden Crescent
Broadway
Cleveland. Ave
Lorain
Ohio
Amherst
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