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Hudson River Park - NY Times Editorial: The Ebbing Hudson River

Henry Hudson
Henry Hudson commands his first ship, the Hopewell, on an expedition in search of the Northwest Passage.
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Hudson and the Muscovy Company
Henry Hudson’s chance to become a seafaring explorer came in 1607, when the Muscovy Company sent him to locate the Northwest Passage.
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First Voyage of Henry Hudson
Henry Hudson sails his ship as far as Greenland, seeking the Northwest Passage.
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Henry Hudson and Icebergs
Henry Hudson and crew encounter huge and dangerous icebergs. They are nearly lost at sea.
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Hudson Sees Unexplored Territory
Hudson’s ship is enshrouded with fog and surrounded by a tossing sea of floating icebergs.
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A Look at the Provinces, Part III: Saskatchewan
This is the third article in the series. A Look at the Province of Saskatchewan
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Maple Sugar Time
Each spring, sugar maples throughout the Hudson Valley are tapped, as more an more small producers of maple products reclaim the region's agricultural reputation.
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The Rowboat and the Iceberg
A huge iceberg looms above Hudson’s tiny ship. A quick decision has to be made or all aboard will perish at sea.
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THE SECOND BEST BLUEGILL
Nearly the largest bluegill on record
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Colonial Delaware
Henry Hudson discovers the Delaware River. Samuel Argall names the area Delaware for Virginia Governor Lord De La Warr. New Sweden is established.
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Dutch New York
The Dutch buy Manhattan from the Indians. The King of England gives the Duke of York New York/New Netherlands if he can take it away from the Dutch.
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John McLaughlin, Chief Factor of Fort Vancouver
John McLoughlin, "the white-headed eagle," was chief factor of the Hudson's Bay Company post at Fort Vancouver, Washington. The post was a successful operation for the company. McLoughlin treated Indian and white man alike, and ran a smooth operation while he was in charge.
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The Logging Industry Comes to Washington
Logging came to Washington State from back East in the early 1900's. Stewart Holbrook paints a colorful tale of this culture in his 1938 book, <u>Holy Old Mackinaw</u>.
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Steamboat and Steamship Firsts
There is a little controversy about what was the first steamship to cross the Atlantic because many did so with a combination of sail and auxiliary steam engines.
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The Dutch in America
In 1609, Holland sent Henry Hudson to locate a waterway, a Northwest Passage, across North America. The Dutch West India Company starts a settlement in the Hudson River V
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A Tribute to Mothers Everywhere
Review of the Pedro Almodovar's film 'All About my Mother'
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Thomas Cole: Artist and Poet
As one who dabbles with landscape painting myself, I find Thomas Cole to be truly an inspiration.
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Hell's Kitchen in Manhattan, NYC
Everyone knows the name, but where is Hell's Kitchen? Discover the history of one of New York City's best known neighbourhoods and why you need to visit.
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Wild Arctic Adventure
An unusual trip for polar bear enthusiasts, photographers, and naturalists.
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1998 Theatre Awards - Part II (updated 6/15)
Charting the New York theatre's award season, continued.
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First Week 2007 Fantasy MLB Update
A lot of big dollar fantasy MLB players, and a few cheaper sleepers, delivered during the first ten days of the 2007 baseball season.
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Fur Trading Business Changing
In the fur trade, the Rocky Mountain Fur Company is in competition with the American Fur Company, Hudson's Bay, and smaller new companies.
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Jet Blue Airline Travel
Jet Blue Airlines may not have the amenities of airlines like American Airlines, but the lower ticket cost - and their personal television sets - can make it worthwhile.
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Mets, Phillies top NL East
Since 1991, the Atlanta Braves under Bobby Cox have been the winningest team in baseball. This year, however, the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies are favored
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Shootout at Kennewick, Washington
On October 31, 1906, prior to the shootout, Kid Barker and partner robbed two Kennewick, Washington stores.
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Shootout at Kennewick, Washington
On October 31, 1906, prior to the shootout, Kid Barker and partner robbed two Kennewick, Washington stores.
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A Look at the Provinces, Part IV: Manitoba
This is the fourth article in the series. Manitoba is the most eastern of the prairie Provinces.
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Greenwich Village Artists
Greenwich Village is the home to many artist hotspots. One of the biggest is still unknown to the general public. Read on to find out more.
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Singing Wires Defeat Pony Express
With the coming of the American Civil War a telegraph line is strung across the nation, connecting the east to the west. On October 24, 1861, the Pony Express is through.
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&quot;You Can Get Published&quot;; Gives A Good Start to New Writers
Review of <i>You Can Get Published</i>, a book for begining and aspiring writers from Writer's Digest Books.
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A Look at the Provinces, Part II: Alberta
The Second in a 12 part series. A Look at the Provinces (and Territories) of Canada. This week A look on Canada's most western prairie province: Alberta
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A Look at the Provinces, Part V: Ontario
This is the fifth article in the series. Ontario is the richest and most populous province in Canada and is Home to the federal capital. Situated between Manitoba and Quebec. It has an area of 412,582 square kilometres and has a population of 9,042,433 people. The Capital is Toronto. It was one of the founding provinces in 1867.
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What’s After American Idol?
Not all finalists become the next American Idol, and not all succeed at singing careers. What comes after American Idol for contestants like Antonella Barba?
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Alfalfa, Hamburgers, and Diarrhea?

The "IDEA" of Assistive Technology
Students' rights to assistive technology under special education law.
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Cutting Down the Competition And the “Dutch” Shultz Problem
The Commission always kept its eyes open for potential threats of competition. Both Waxey Gordon and Dutch Shultz fell into this group, and the Commission, with the aid of the government, moved against both of them. The story of Shultz, his trials and his hot-headed use of violence is difficult to believe. The Dutchman let everyone on a merry chase until the Commission felt his actions had gone too far.
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Our Backyard....Saratoga, N.Y.
A start to a great historical trip through Saratoga, N.Y.
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Housing Market Crashes In Detroit
Due to high levels of unemployment, an ailing automotive market Detroit properties are rapiding being foreclosed upon and prices continue to fall.
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1998 Macavity Award Nominees
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Hooray for Hollywood!
The days of true glamour may be long-gone, but those Classic Hollywood Stars are still around - in books, film, and websites. Please join me on the quest to learn more about those wonderful leading men and ladies!
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IFA Plans Celebration of Small Business Franchising
National Franchising Week will feature committee meetings, political visits and small business awards.
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Making Crime Pay
Reviews of several sites related to police humor and stupid criminal stories.
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Perry Center Fire Department
A short history of my fire department.
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Social Climbers
Flowering vines offer brilliant displays of seasonal color
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Bard SummerScape 2007
For the first time, Bard SummerScape will take an in-depth look at a British composer in celebration of Edward Elgar's Sesquicentennial.
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Marshall To Helm Nine Film
Based on the film 8 1/2 by Federico Fellini, Nine has had a successful life on stage.
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Movie Review: Cars
Pixar's latest animated film is visually spectacular but the story isn't as strong as previous movies.
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