Greenland Why Named The Real Estate Spin Behind Names
A reader page explains why Greenland bears its name. It notes Eric the Red renamed the land in 982 A D to attract settlers and contrasts the icy expanse with appealing branding. It cites population figures and hints at light trivia and kid contest entries.
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Greenland
Eric Thorvaldsson
Eric the Red
Iceland
Eric
Pay Hikes Benefit Millions in 1968 Major Contracts
About 3.4 million workers won average immediate pay increases of 7.5 percent in major contract settlements during 1968.
Teacher Given Fair Awards for Weed Exhibit
Detroit AP reports 70 year old retiree Whitney C. Hames won the Michigan State Fair weed exhibit again after earning $55 and a blue ribbon for his educational display of Michigan weeds. He shares a family tie with rival Alice Niveton.
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Detroit
Whitney C. Hames
Michigan
Hames
Firelight public ways law in 18th century Britain
British law required homeowners to display burning fagots on public paths at night to deter crime. The practice reflected colonial era policing and urban safety measures.
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