All posts tagged "California Gold Rush"
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22.1K9Arts and LeisureThe Many Mansions of Edward Searles
In 1921, coroners had Edward Searles body exhumed months after his death. Their conclusion, after examination, was that he had not been...
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17.6K3bostonR. H. Macy Starts His Thanksgiving Parade in Massachusetts
R. H. Macy took a long and winding path to becoming the merchant prince of New York City. Early in his journey,...
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22.6K13Arts and Leisure10 Unusual Facts About James Lord Pierpont, The Man Behind Jingle Bells
You’ve heard James Lord Pierpont. Everyone has. And in three weeks’ time, you’ll hope you never have to hear his music again....
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11.5KNew HampshireNew Hampshire’s James Wilson, Not Exactly Father of the Year
To his admirers, Gen. James Wilson of Keene, N.H., commanded respect and admiration. He acquired wealth and renown in the decades before...
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6.9K1Business and LaborThe Sparkling Career of the Blue Jacket – an Original Boston Clipper
The art of making clipper ships like the Blue Jacket came down to one thing: Speed. Clipper ships were mid-19th century merchant...
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5.6KToday's History Highlights ArchiveThe Sea Serpent: China to New York in 101 Days
Clipper ships, the ‘greyhounds of the sea,’ are considered the most magnificent sailing ships ever built. They were designed to sail to...
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