With Sunday marking Mother’s Day, it seemed appropriate to use New Jersey’s newspapers to take a look at the history of this special day. Although similar holidays and events have occurred at various times and places throughout history, the modern…
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Problematic Pollution: Protecting New Jersey’s Environment
In honor of Earth Day tomorrow, we’re taking a look at some past attempts at environmental protection in New Jersey. While Earth Day is a relatively new holiday, its core message of taking care of the natural environment in which…
The Bambino: A Look Back at One of Baseball’s Most Iconic Players
Of all the figures in baseball history, there is perhaps none more famous than the Sultan of Swat, George Herman “Babe” Ruth. Ruth’s dominance of the game during his time as a New York Yankee has earned him the distinction…