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, 2008. Hertz will award a total of five prizes, allowing the lucky winners to choose from a handful of tropical and exotic resorts, including Voyages Bedarra Island, North Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef, as well as the Voyages Wrotham Park Lodge. This last option gives visitors a unique taste of the legendary Australian outback.
Hertz is well known across Australia as the rental firm with the largest number of Toyota hybrid vehicles. These cars are ideal for all those who want to save money on gasoline and also limit the rental industry’s negative effect on the environment. What is especially impressive about the Toyota Prius is that it is possible to travel for up to 1,000km with a single tank of fuel, thanks to this sedan’s unparalleled fuel efficiency. In order to match the “green” nature of the Prius, all complimentary holidays currently offered by Hertz are also considered to be environmentally friendly, due to the business strategies of the given resorts.
In order to be eligible to enter the draw, clients must rent a Toyota Prius for at least one day, prior to the end of July. The five winners will selected at random, shortly after this date.
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Friday, May 16, 2008 8:54 PM CDT
IHSA Girls’ State Track meet Class AA full results
Class AA Long Jump Prelims Flight No. 1 — 1, Alex Harden (Fr), Springfield Southeast, 19-2 1/4. 2, Diane Lindsey (Sr), Harvey Thornton, 18-8 1/2. 3, Imari Mason (Sr), Chicago Kenwood, 17-11. 4, Ashley Stacey (So), Harvey Thornton, 17-10. 5, Kelsey Ontko (Sr), Lisle Benet Academy, 17-9 3/4. 6, Kaniece Pitts (Jr), Oak Park-River Forest, 17-9 1/4. 7, Skye Morrison (Sr), Maywood Proviso East, 17-4. 8, Dominique Jefferson (Fr), Dolton Thornridge, 16-11 1/2. 9, Candice Weisinger (Sr), South Holland Thornwood, 15-9. 10, Ashley Oliphant (Sr), Homewood-Flossmoor, 15-8 3/4. Class AA Long Jump Prelims Flight No. 2 — 1, Brittney Brimmage (Sr), East St. Louis, 18-2 1/2. 2, Malaikah Love (Sr), Carbondale, 18-1. 3, Hilary Hobler (Jr), Lincoln, 17-10. 4, Madison Allen (Sr), Chicago St. Ignatius College Prep, 17-2 1/2. 5, Ashley Conway (Fr), McHenry, 17-2 1/4. 6, Kelly Steffen (So), Bloomington, 17-0 1/2. 7, Taneesha Plair (Sr), South Holland Thornwood, 17-0 1/2. 8, Brittany Simmons (Sr), Zion-Benton, 16-10. 9, Sydney Watkins (Jr), Chicago Dunbar, 16-9 1/4. 10, Bailey Jackson (So), Galesburg, 16-6. Class AA Long Jump Prelims Flight No. 3 — 1, Altrese Hawkins (Sr), Hoffman Estates, 18-1 1/2. 2, Maya Rittmanic (Jr), St. Charles East, 17-11 1/4. 3, Mercedes Dunn (Sr), Marion, 17-0. 4, Jamie Notaro (Jr), Palatine Fremd, 16-9 1/4. 5, Lynn Mueller (Sr), Downers Grove South, 16-8 1/2. 6, Brenna Marron (Jr), New Lenox Lincoln-Way Central, 16-6 1/4. 7, Natalie Callaghan (Sr), Winnetka New Trier, 16-0. 8, Katelyn Krominga (Jr), Pontiac, 15-11 1/2. 9, Stephanie McClure (So), Granite City, 15-5 3/4. Kirsten Daykin (Sr), Taylorville, ND. Class AA Long Jump Prelims Flight No. 4 — 1, Shanice Andrews (So), Aurora West, 18-5 1/4. 2, Jen Jenkins (Jr), Rochelle, 17-7 1/2. 3, Lauren Alpert (Sr), Park Ridge Maine South, 17-4 3/4. 4, Aimee Schuh (Sr), Crystal Lake South, 16-6 3/4. 5, Ceara Campos (Jr), Sterling, 16-3. 6, Kiara Pearson (Sr), Freeport, 16-3. 7, Klaudia Susul (So), Franklin Park-Northlake Leyden, 15-5 1/4. 8, Lyndsay Kooi (Jr), Minooka, 15-4. Bridgette Brundidge (Sr), Downers Grove North, ND.

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Caladesi Island State Park has reached the summit for United States’ beaches. Coastal expert Stephen Leatherman, known as "Dr. Beach," has named the park as American’s Top Beach for 2008. Leatherman released his annual list of top-rated parks Thursday.
"Caladesi is my favorite getaway beach; the only mode of transportation on this lovely island, dominated by palm trees, is by foot," Leatherman said. "This is a great place to decompress while enjoying the powder white sand and warm, crystal clear water."
Two other Florida beaches made the list, third-ranked Siesta Beach near Sarasota and ninth-ranked Cape Florida State Park in Key Biscayne, near Miami.
Leatherman, who is the director of Florida International University’s Laboratory for Coastal Research, has made a Memorial Day Weekend tradition of unveiling his list of America’s finest destinations for sand and surf.
This is the second time a Tampa Bay area beach ranked first. Fort DeSoto Park took top honors in 2005.

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“Dr. Beach” – Stephen Leatherman, the beachs scientist who releases an annual list of top U.S. beaches every May – today released his 2008 roster, which includes two beaches in the Carolinas.
Leatherman, director of Florida International University’s Laboratory for Coastal Research., ranks Hatteras Island, in the Outer Banks, as No. 8 , and Beachwalker Park, at Kiawah Island, S.C., as No. 10.
Top honors this year went to the strand at Caladesi State Park, near Clearwater, Fla. The No. 1 beach in 2007 was Ocracoke Lifeguarded Beach, on the Outer Banks. Caladesi Island State Park was ranked No. 2.
This is the 18th year Leatherman, a Charlotte native, has compiled his list. It is based in 50 criteria, including water and sand quality, facilities and environmental management.
The full 2008 list:
1. Caladesi Island State Park, Fla.
3. Siesta Beach , Fla.
9. Cape Florida State Park, Fla.

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BUFFALO GROVE, April 27 — A resident of the 1000 block of Shambliss Court reported that his six wooden patio chairs, stacked together, were sawed in half by somebody. The man said he has not had any problems with anyone lately, but several years ago neighbors were upset with him over the condition of his yard.
BUFFALO GROVE, April 25 — A resident of the 800 block of Vernon Court South complained about a neighbor who parks a car on the grass in his back yard. The neighbor has been cited in the past for the ordinance violation, police said. Officers attempted to make contact with the neighbor, but no one was home and they intended to follow up.
ELMHURST, April 27 — A $1,299 electric generator was reported taken at 2:10 p.m. on the 200 block of North Willow Road. A white man and a black man knocked on the victim’s back door the day after a moving sale and asked if the generator was still for sale. The victim said it was and allowed the men to load the generator into their station wagon “to see if it would fit.” One of the men asked for a pen to write a check, and when the victim went to get a pen, the vehicle pulled away.
PROSPECT HEIGHTS, April 20 — A woman in the 100 block of North Pine Street told police two men drove up to her home and said they would seal her driveway for $48. She agreed, but then they said they used 10 gallons of sealant, at $48 a gallon. They said that this added up to $850, which the woman paid them. She then called her son, who had her stop payment on the check.
DARIEN, April 27 — Steven L. Weber, 29, 2902 Sierra Ave., Plainfield, was arrested at 12:01 a.m. at 75th Street and Cass Avenue and charged with being a pedestrian under the influence of alcohol after he was seen walking in the roadway multiple times.

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The Amtrak Classic -After two weeks on the road, the Rush returns home to Chicago for The Amtrak Classic - the Chicago portion of the home-and-home series with its Central Division rival from Michigan, the Grand Rapids Rampage.
The Rush returns home with a 5-2 record after splitting its two game-road trip - falling in overtime in Orlando on April 6, before bouncing back Monday night with a last-second 49-42 win in Kansas City.
At 2-4, Grand Rapids is about as streaky as a team can get. After losing its first two games - including a 64-35 loss to the Rush - the Rampage turned things around, winning two in a row. However, after getting to the .500 mark, Grand Rapids has lost its last two games by an average of 24 points, including a 75-56 home loss last week to Orlando.
Sunday’s Game Sold Out, Fans With Tickets, Arrive Early - Sunday’s game against Grand Rapids is sold out and the Allstate Arena parking lots will fill up early. For season ticket holders who purchased pre-paid parking vouchers, please note the vouchers do not guarantee a spot in the lots. Please plan accordingly and arrive early.
Standing Room Tickets Available - Although Sunday’s game is sold out, a limited number of standing room tickets will be made available at the Allstate Arena box office beginning at 11 a.m. Sunday. To guarantee a standing room ticket, make sure to be at the Allstate Arena box office when it opens.
No TV, Listen On WYLL 1160 AM - Sunday’s game will not be televised. Fans without a ticket may listen as Rush announcers Tom Dore and James “Big Cat” Williams call all the action on WYLL, 1160 AM.
Doors Open At 12:30 p.m. Sunday - For the remainder of the season, doors to Allstate Arena will open 90 minutes prior to kickoff. That means that the doors will open at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday.

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BICYCLE MAINTENANCE CLINIC: Learn the basics of drive train adjustments and brake systems each Tuesday at Ski Country Sports on Merrimon Avenue. Call ahead for more information, 254-2771.
CASUAL ROAD BIKE RIDE: A brBC ride meets 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday. The two-hour ride covers 16-25 miles. No ride if inclement weather. Meet at Fletcher Community Park at 4005 Hendersonville Road on the first Tuesday of each month. Meets at Liberty Bicycles at 1378 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, on other Tuesdays. Call Claudia at 274-2453, e-mail at claudianix@libertybikes.com or visit www.blueridgebicycleclub.org.
FLETCHER BLUE SKY ROAD RIDE: A brBC ride begins at 10:30 a.m. every Thursday. Different route each week ranging from 20-35 miles, casual pace of 13-15 mph. Lunch afterwards. Meet at Fletcher Community Park on Howard Gap Road. Call 696-0877 or e-mail johnl9@mchsi.com.
BURNSVILLE METRIC 2008: Metric century ride through Yancey and Mitchell counties on Saturday. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m., Burnsville Town Center; ride begins at 9 a.m. from the town square. Cost is $35. Visit www.burnsvillemetric.com or e-mail rraskin@yancey.main.nc.us.
LEDGES PARK ROAD RIDE: A brBC ride at 9 a.m. Saturdays. Meet at Ledges Park for a ride along the French Broad River to Marshall for coffee. Average speed is 17 mph over about 35 miles. E-mail Jones Byrd at jbyrdlaw@charter.net or visit www.blueridgebicycleclub.org.
BEATING THE BOUNDS: Annual bicycle event begins at 9 a.m. today, at Pack Square in downtown Asheville. The ride is open to all experienced bicyclists, start and end at Vance Monument and travels 64 miles to the four boundaries of Asheville lying east, south, west and north. All riders must wear a helmet. Visit www.blueridgebicycleclub.org for more details.
BENT CREEK RIDE: A Pisgah Area SORBA directed ride at 10:45 a.m. each Sunday. Meet at Rice Pinnacle parking lot, just past the N.C. Arboretum’s side entrance. Ride begins at 11 a.m. and lasts two-five hours. All skills welcome. Rain or shine. A Beginner ride meets 1:30-3 p.m. every first and third Sunday at Rice Pinnacle parking lot. Distance is 10-12 miles. Visit www.pisgahareasorba.org.

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Sea turtles, piping plovers and other vulnerable species of wildlife are emerging as the winners in a bitter, long-running dispute over beach access on the Outer Banks. And so are the people who’ve grown accustomed to driving their vehicles right up to the ocean to fish, surf or simply enjoy the view.
Last week, the key parties in a federal lawsuit - the National Park Service, environmentalists and an alliance of off-road vehicle users, among others - filed a proposed settlement in Raleigh that strikes a welcome, long-overdue balance between protecting natural resources and preserving a generations-old tradition.
If a federal judge signs off on the deal, ORV drivers and pedestrians would still be able to reach six of the most popular fishing and recreation spots on Cape Hatteras National Seashore. But for part of the year, they would face tougher restrictions on relatively small stretches of the park’s 70-plus miles of shoreline.
Generally, drivers and pedestrians would have to steer clear of identified pre-nesting areas for the piping plover, American oystercatcher, black skimmer and other vulnerable shorebirds and waterbirds between roughly mid-March and mid-July.
Additional restrictions would apply to some backshore areas from March 15 to Nov. 30.
Drivers also would be forbidden on the beach from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. during turtle nesting and hatching seasons from May 1 to Nov. 15, with limited access granted by special permits in the latter three months. Turtles making their way between nests and the ocean rely on moonlight as a guide and can be easily distracted by headlights.
The proposed restrictions aren’t as drastic as feared by some ORV users and businesses reliant on fishing and tourism. Derb Carter, an attorney for the Southern Environmental Law Center, has repeatedly said the goal of conservationists isn’t to chase off-road vehicles out of the park. It’s to ensure that dwindling populations of birds and turtles have a better chance of survival.

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‘It was bizarre making The Deal," says William H. Macy. "There I was a producer, playing a producer, being the producer."
Indeed, a movie that almost didn’t get made about making a movie that almost falls apart several times over, The Deal not only was produced by the prolific character actor, who stars as a cynical, broke Hollywood producer opposite a snappy Meg Ryan. Macy and his director buddy, Steven Schachter, also went around soliciting financing for the film, which eventually got made in Cape Town, South Africa. And Macy even did some second-unit directing (a very funny film-within-the-film sequence involving a British starlet in a brassiere, lobbing a hand grenade).
The Deal is one of the centerpiece shows for the 17th Philadelphia Film Festival, which gets under way Thursday. Macy will be in town, and will present his flick, for its East Coast premiere, Saturday night at the Prince Music Theater. It will screen again next Sunday at the Ritz East.
First screened at Sundance in January, The Deal is based on the Peter Lefcourt novel of the same name, and follows the development of a script about 19th-century British prime minister Benjamin Disraeli as it goes from being a classy period-piece drama to, yes, a modern-day action flick starring a black martial arts master (LL Cool J) who’s recently converted to Judaism. Ryan plays a studio exec, Elliott Gould is a learned rabbi who signs on as the movie’s technical adviser, and Jason Ritter and Fiona Glascott (the starlet in the bra) also star.
It’s a fast-paced, larky affair, full of funny, knowing but affectionate barbs aimed at the Biz. And it was royally panned by the two industry trades, the Hollywood Reporter and Daily Variety.
"There is a sort of unwritten law in Hollywood that you can’t make movies about Hollywood, that Hollywood hates movies about itself," says Macy, on the phone from the home in Aspen, Colo., that he shares with his wife, Desperate Housewives’ Felicity Huffman, and their two kids.

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PHMC Approves 43 New State Historical Markers HARRISBURG, Pa., March 26 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The site of a Civil War fort in Pittsburgh and a renowned candy maker’s first store in Philadelphia are among the 43 new state historical markers that have been approved to be added to the nearly 2,200 familiar signs that dot roads and streets across Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission approved the new markers. The familiar, blue-with-gold-lettering signs tell the story of people and events, like Betsy Ross’ contribution to the Revolutionary War effort as a woman and a Quaker, to a Philadelphia mayor who championed historic preservation and urban renewal, to an amusement park and recreational haven serving coal miners, and to the woman who popularized gospel music. “State historical markers serve to inform people of the fascinating history of our state,” said PHMC Executive Director Barbara Franco. “Travelers seek out the markers and often use them as an opportunity to learn more about the subjects they tell about.” The plaques are nominated by the general public and approved by the commission on an annual basis. Once approved, local communities plan public ceremonies to unveil the markers. For more information about the Pennsylvania Historical Marker Program, visit http://www.phmc.state.pa.us. The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission is the official history agency of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a list of the newly approved state historical markers: Name of Marker — County — Description Fort Brunot — Allegheny — The U.S. Army in 1863 ordered construction of fortifications to defend the Pittsburgh area from invasion by the Confederate Army. This fort was example of little-known Civil War activity in western Pennsylvania. John Youie Woodruff — Allegheny — He was an African-American track-and-field athlete who won a gold medal at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Ironically, while honored in Nazi Germany, he returned to the U.S. and was denied participation in his home country. Kuskusky Path — Allegheny — This recognizes an early Native American path also used by hunters, traders, soldiers and prisoners for most of the 1700s. It was a direct route from Ft. Pitt/Duquesne, a major trade center, to Kuskusky (now New Castle). Many early homes and churches were built along the path. Pittsburgh Sanitary Fair — Allegheny — This event raised thousands of dollars to care for sick and wounded Union soldiers during the Civil War. Proceeds also were used to erect a home for disabled veterans. Washington Bouquet Meeting — Bedford — At a meeting on July 29, 1758, Col. George Washington and Col. Henry Bouquet addressed the issue of two routes to Pittsburgh, the old Bedford Road to the south or cutting a new “Forbes Road” to the north along the Raystown Path. The decision to construct the new road was critical to the success of the French & Indian War, as well as important to future westward expansion. Joseph Ridgway Grundy — Bucks — Grundy was a major player in state and national Republican politics in the first half of the 20th century. He supported the 1930 Smoot-Hawley Tariff and pro-business conservatism; referred to then as “Grundyism.” Graceanna Lewis — Chester — Lewis dedicated her life to the study of natural science, botany and zoology. She won a bronze medal at the World’s Columbian Exposition for her paintings of flora and fauna. She was actively involved in abolitionist, suffrage, and temperance movements. Stevedore Training Site — Dauphin — Located at Ft. Indiantown Gap, troops were trained on dry land ships in efficient loading and unloading techniques. Many of the units were African American and their training in rapid mobilization and deployment played a crucial role in victory in Europe. Lazaretto Quarantine Station — Delaware — It is believed to be the last remaining quarantine station in the United States. For much of the 19th century, it was where many Europeans were first introduced to the United States. Rev. Anna Howard Shaw — Delaware — Shaw headed the Women’s Committee of the Council of National Defense during World War I. Her work earned her a Distinguished Service Medal. She also was involved in the national temperance and women’s suffrage movements. Joshua Merrill — Erie — A renowned oil chemist, Merrill is responsible for scientific breakthroughs in oil production techniques that have had worldwide significance. The results of his work fueled the industrial revolution. PA Game Commission Genesis — Erie — In 1890 in Corry, PA, a meeting of businessmen and conservationists, concerned about waning wildlife and game populations, led to the establishment of the Pennsylvania Game Commission five years later. James Finley — Fayette — Finley’s patent for a chain suspension bridge became widely used. His design system was studied throughout the nation and abroad. He is considered the “Father of the Modern Suspension Bridge.” John Hayden — Fayette — Hayden was among the first to forge iron in western Pennsylvania, and was instrumental in the formation of two early furnaces. He was also the first person to transport commercial goods by wagon over the Allegheny Mountains. Absalom (Albert) Hazlett — Fayette — He was a member of John Brown’s gang, and participated in the raid at Harper’s Ferry. He was arrested in an attempt to escape and hanged for his involvement. Linton Park — Indiana — An 18th century primitive artist, Park’s realistic paintings of rural and industrial life contributed to the understanding of frontier Pennsylvania. His depictions of flax-making and lumbering are particularly significant. Lewis Earle Sandt — Jefferson — An early aviation pioneer, Sandt was taught to fly by Wright Brothers’ competitor Glenn Curtiss. He was the first American to fly an international flight across Lake Erie to Canada. Coal Miners Strike of 1877 — Lackawanna — Workers during the Great Railroad Strike of 1877 organized a protest which brought attention to their grievances and contributed to the labor movement in PA. Rocky Glen Park — Lackawanna — Rocky Glenn was an amusement park and recreational haven that mainly served coal miners, textile and industrial workers and their families. Special events were held to reflect the ethnic diversity of the region. Holley Motor Company — McKean — Automotive pioneers George and Earl Holley produced the Holley carburetor which revolutionized gasoline engine development. In the second half of the 20th century, the company’s products became synonymous with high performance engines. William Robinson — McKean — This inventor developed the closed-form railroad track circuit. Recognized as a milestone in the worldwide development of railway signaling technology, its basic form and function has remained unchanged since 1872. Beth Sholom Synagogue — Montgomery — A National Historic Landmark designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, it is the only synagogue Wright designed and the last property completed before his death. It was conceived as a modern Mt. Sinai of concrete, steel, aluminum and glass. William Trego — Montgomery — Trained by his artist father, despite a disability that paralyzed his hands, Trego became a prominent artist of historical and military paintings. Many of his works are in the collections of important national museums. Betsy Ross — Philadelphia — The story that Betsy Ross created the first American flag is considered folklore by many historians. Her documented contributions to the war effort as a woman and a Quaker are very significant. Caroline Earle White — Philadelphia — One of three seminal figures and the only woman of the American Humane Movement of the 19th century, she was a founder of the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), sole founder of the American Anti-Vivisection Society and a proponent of legislation against cruelty during animal slaughter. First Public Sector Strike — Philadelphia — In 1938, members of AFSCME Local 427 conducted the first public sector strike in the state and the first against a major city government. It resulted in a collective bargaining agreement, blocking layoffs and halting pay cuts. Freedom Now Rally — Philadelphia — This was an important civil rights rally in which Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., in the midst of many of his civil rights successes and at the height of his notoriety, visited several sites in Philadelphia to encourage local movements and assist with fund-raising efforts. German Society of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia — Founded in 1764, it is the oldest and most prominent German organization in the United States. Providing information on German culture, language and history, it houses the nation’s largest German library. Germantown Meetinghouse — Philadelphia — The first meetinghouse of the Church of the Brethren in the United States, built in 1770 as a worship space for a congregation formed in 1723, it has been in continuous use since. Hershey’s First Candy Store — Philadelphia — The chocolate giant’s first business venture, his difficulties here led him to alter his methods. He ultimately found success with caramel in Lancaster and chocolate in Hershey. Jane Johnson — Philadelphia — Johnson’s work became one of the most important stories of the Underground Railroad. She was a determined slave whose skillful use of Underground Railroad apparatus defended freedom against the federal government and Southern slavery. Joseph and Amy Cassey — Philadelphia — These African American abolitionists associated with prominent abolitionists, such as William Lloyd Garrison and James Forten. Joseph Cassey was a distributor for Garrison’s newspaper, The Liberator. They also supported education and women’s rights and were members of several benevolent organizations. Mayor Richardson Dilworth — Philadelphia — A leader in political reform, he championed historic preservation and urban renewal plans for inner-city Philadelphia neighborhoods, most notably Society Hill. Dilworth’s home there exemplifies his commitment to urban renewal, moving into it while the neighborhood was still in transition. Moyamensing Prison — Philadelphia — Built on the principle of isolated confinement, including separate facilities for African Americans and women, Moyamensing replaced the Walnut Street Prison in 1835. It was part of a national upsurge of institution building in the second quarter of the 19th century. Last hanging in the state was here in 1916. Philadelphia Sketch Club — Philadelphia — Founded in 1860, it is the oldest artists’ club in the nation. Many prominent artists, including Thomas Eakins and N. C. Wyeth, have been members over the years. The club has exposed the public to many important artists and their works through its sponsored exhibitions. Schuylkill Navy of Philadelphia — Philadelphia — It is the oldest amateur athletic governing body in the United States. It is an international venue for the sport of rowing, and often considered the course of the nation. Boathouse row is a prominent Philadelphia icon. John B. Kelly, Commodore of the Schuylkill Navy, was a 3-time Olympic champion. Sister Rosetta Tharpe — Philadelphia — An important figure in the history of gospel music, she popularized gospel music into the main stream and gave the style a wide audience. She collaborated with and influenced numerous famous musicians and was inducted into The Gospel Music and Blues Halls of Fame. Trial of Frederick Eberle — Philadelphia — In 1816, the commonwealth brought a case against anti-English Germans in Philadelphia for threats of violence and murder against English-speaking German immigrants. The case addresses the larger and timely issues of anti-immigrant sentiments and of immigrant assimilation and its impact. Mother Theresa Maxis Duchemin — Susquehanna — The first U.S.-born African American nun, she was a charter member of the Oblate Sisters of Providence, the nation’s first congregation of African American sisters; and founder of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Sisters, now established throughout the United States and Latin America. Col. Francis “Gabby” Gabreski — Venango — The top scoring air fighter ace in World War II and the Korean War, he was the recipient of many decorations from the U.S. Air Force, in addition to numerous international honors and medals. Samuel C. T. Dodd — Venango — He was a prominent lawyer for Standard Oil, and one of the first great corporation lawyers. Author of the Standard Oil Trust Agreement, it defended corporations as indispensable to the business world. He was a strong opponent of the Sherman Anti-trust Act. Delvin Miller — Washington — A giant in the field of harness racing, he won thousands of races before becoming a successful breeder and trainer. His career spanned eight decades. He was an active promoter of improved race safety and technology. Invasion of Jefferson — York — Just before the Battle of Gettysburg, the town of Jefferson was forced to supply both Union and Confederate troops with supplies, horses, and cattle a they passed through the town, emphasizing the impact of the Gettysburg Campaign on the civilian population. CONTACT: Kirk Wilson(717)783-9882

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