Observations: Immigration
The first restrictions on immigration came in 1882, with the Chinese Exclusion Act, which targeted Chinese laborers, and kept them from entering the United States.
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Media Matters: PR, Propaganda and Edward Bernays
Modern PR practices did not start in earnest until World War I when the government created the Committee on Public Information – an early use of propaganda to sell a war to the American public.
Local Legends: Radio Activities
The late 1930s and early 1940s would prove to be a pivotal time in Albaugh’s life, starting with the family’s move to Oxford around 1937.
On My Plate: "Pumpkin" Pie
Pumpkins make their appearance this time of year, between Halloween carving and Thanksgiving pie.
Observations: Tariffs
Tariffs are nothing new in American history... then came President Donald Trump.
National Co-op Month
Take a co-op food tour around the world before ending in Oxford.
Media Matters: Trampling Free Speech
“If freedom of speech is taken away, then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.” – George Washington, 1783