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Neon Signs 100 Years old

Neon (Greek for "new one") was discovered in 1898 by the famous Scottish chemist Sir William Ramsay. Neon was discovered when Ramsay chilled a sample of the atmosphere until it became a liquid, then warmed the liquid and captured the gases as they boiled ... Read >
Author: Jamie Hanson

The Statue Of Liberty $5 Commemorative Gold Coin

The Statue of Liberty $5 gold coin was issued by the U.S. Mint in 1986 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the dedication of the Statue of Liberty. This gorgeous coin was the very first modern commemorative gold coin. The entire maximum mintage that wa... Read >
Author: Christina Goldman

Commemorating Independence With The Mexican 50 Peso Gold Coin

No coin collection can be complete without a fine set of Mexican gold coins, most specifically the Mexican 50 Peso gold coin. An affordable coin made of 90% gold alloy and 10% copper alloy, this specimen is a great investment for those collecting gold bul... Read >
Author: Christina Goldman

Santa Monica Pier Gets Ready To Celebrate Its 100 Year Anniversary

Opened in 1909, the Santa Monica Pier has a yearlong celebration for its 100th anniversary that will lead up to a climax on the 9th of September. There are many activities that can be pursed here. The Santa Monica Pier was opened to the public on Septem... Read >
Author: Pushpitha Wijesinghe

Buying a Ford Model T - A Guide

Developed by Henry Ford the Model T entered production in 1908 and 2008 marks the 100th anniversary of the first mass-produced car to be made on a production line. Ford aimed to develop a car affordable to the masses and through this goal the Model T chan... Read >
Author: Andy W

The Chelsea FC stadium…

Also known as the Stamford Bridge, The Chelsea FC stadium is situated at Fulham Broadway in London. The stadium has a rich history, a turbulent one full of ups and downs and now, known as one of the state of the art stadiums around London. The stadium'... Read >
Author: Pushpitha Wijesinghe

A Guide To Belfast's Queens Quarter

Planning a trip to Belfast before Christmas? Whether it's to fill those shopping bags to bursting point, or just to enjoy a leisurely break in this cosmopolitan city, make sure you include the Queen's Quarter! Also known as the University Quarter it's fil... Read >
Author: Mairead Foley

Wedding Anniversary Invitations - Celebrate Our Love

Wedding anniversary invitations are appropriate items to send out, whether it's your first or your 101st anniversary. Of course, in this day and age, it's hard to find hopping and bumping centenarians! A wedding anniversary is a time to commemorate, refle... Read >
Author: Jeff Fain

Museums of Brantford

Copyright (c) 2008 Wes Fernley Brant County Museum The Brant County Museum showcases the history both of Brantford and of all of Brant County. People, places and events which have shaped the area are showcased in its exhibits. It is run by the Bra... Read >
Author: Wes

The Healing Force Receives Coveted International Bunche Medal

The Healing Force, a popular Christian family act represented by Indie Extreme, has been awarded the Bunche Medal for "bridging and celebrating African-American and African culture with spirit-affirming universal values, sparkling creativity, and stunni... Read >
Author: MusicDish

Chlorine in Drinking Water: An Outdated Approach to Water Treatment

2008 is the 100th anniversary of the first use of chlorine in drinking water. Beginning in Jersey City and Chicago in 1908, and then quickly expanding to cities across the United States, this method of water treatment helped to essentially wipe out disea... Read >
Author: olirom

60 Years On: The Legacy Of James Joyce

On North Earl Street in Dublin stands a statue affectionately known as ‘the prick with the stick'. It is in fact a statue of arguably Dublin's most famous writer, James Joyce. Along with the bust of Joyce in St Stephen's Green in the city, and the fact ... Read >
Author: Vicky Cochrane

100 years of FDA

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration FDA will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2006. In addition to a nation-wide program of commemorative events being held throughout the year, The U.S. Food and Drug Administration FDA has launched a special Web page ... Read >
Author: Russel K Statman

Rolls-Royce will Offer Limited Edition Phantom Silver

Rolls-Royce will once again offer something that would surely make car enthusiasts so excited that they will probably buy floor mats first just so you know to make sure that their new "Rolls-Royce" remained unspoiled. Rolls-Royce to mark the 100th a... Read >
Author: Evander

ADT Home Security: Is Your Home Protected?

ADT Home Security: Is Your Home Protected? American District Telegraph Company, now known as ADT, the number one name in home security was established in 1874 when 57 Baltimore telegraph offices became partners. ADT was first a part of Western Union, t... Read >
Author: Ken Krysinski

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