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This Philadelphia penny newspaper quickly became one of the most widely circulated in the country. What was it called?

11/9/15
Author Cary Hutto

Topics : 19th century, 20th century, Business, Depression, Philadelphia, Politics
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PHL's only independent mayor, this gentleman was known as "The War Horse of Reform." Who was he?

11/2/15
Author Cary Hutto

Topics : 19th century, 20th century, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Politics
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This religious organization met for many years at "Harmonial Hall" and practiced spirit rappings. Who were they?

10/26/15
Author Cary Hutto

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A nearly-forgotten pioneer, this mountaineer served as the president of the Geographical Society of Philadelphia. Who was he?

10/20/15
Author Cary Hutto

Topics : 19th century, Environment and Nature, Philadelphia, Recreation and Sport, Science and Medicine
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In 1972, the disguised "Dr. Henry Anonymous" addressed the American Psychiatric Association in support of declassifying homosexuality as a mental illness. Who was the man behind the mask?

10/13/15
Author Cary Hutto

Topics : 20th century, 21st century, Civil Rights, Philadelphia, Politics, Science and Medicine, Women
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October 1st Marked the 75th Anniversary of which Pennsylvania Roadway?

10/8/15
Author Cary Hutto

Topics : 19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Business, Government and civics, Industry, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Politics
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Known as the "Little Bishop," this man helped found the first Italian American Catholic parish. Who was he?

9/22/15
Author Cary Hutto

Topics : 19th century, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Religion
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With the motto, “What Fools These Mortals Be!” the first successful humor magazine in the U.S. launched in 1876. What was it called?

9/14/15
Author Cary Hutto

Topics : 18th century, 19th century, 20th century, Arts and Culture, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Politics
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This former Director of HSP survived the sinking of the Titanic before becoming a championship tennis player. Who was he?

9/8/15
Author Cary Hutto

Topics : 20th century, Community and Public Service, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, World War I
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Farmers in western PA tested the mettle of President Washington with this boozy organized resistance. What was it called?

9/1/15
Author Cary Hutto

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