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Then becoming the first fully professional football team. “Early professional football teams from western Pennsylvania include; the McKeesport Olympics, Oil City Athletic Club, Pitcairn Quakers and Glassport Odds.” Football at the collegiate level began in 1889 at the University of Pittsburgh, then known as the Western University of Pennsylvania. The first official collegiate game in Western Pennsylvania was played on October 11, 1890. Washington & Jefferson was also competitive with some of the top

to organizations under the general supervision of the Governor. The register also affords an invaluable chance to appreciate how the offices, bureaus, and divisions make Pennsylvania work. Researching their efforts brought to light a collective commitment to assist the public. This attribute is a common virtue among Pennsylvania state employees, both past and present. It is the one thing

Quakers in America, carved out a place in American, more specifically Quaker History. Coming to America, at the invitation of William Penn, and deeply embroiled in significant events in American History, the Gilpin 's were early founders of Pennsylvania. Their Quaker background proved to be of primary importance in precisely how the family participated in important events, like the American Revolution. From their peaceful relations with Indians to their involvement in the American Revolution

Since World War II, Pittsburgh has transitioned from a manufacturing town to one of health, education, and technology. It has been used as an example of how rust belt cities can come back after a major loss of industry. Not only was the economy able to deal with the blow of the loss of steel, but also the culture and quality of life was able to improve when things looked bleak. Evidence of this is visible in the innovative building use, use of public land, and public amenities. In the time after

Milton Snavely Hershey, born to Veronica and Henry Hershey, on September 13, 1857, grew up speaking Pennsylvania Dutch language. Milton was expected to help with the family farm, like many other young children of that time. He had a four-year apprenticeship as a teenager and because of his early work experience, Milton learned early on of the value of hard work and perseverance. In 1871, Milton Hershey left school for good and was apprenticed to a local printer who published a German-English newspaper

settled in New Jersey and Pennsylvania in colonial times. The history surrounding the establishment and growth of the Quaker colonies of West Jersey and Pennsylvania will be discussed. William Penn’s efforts in establishing the colonies of West Jersey and Pennsylvania were paramount to Quakers immigrating to America. John Fenwick also played a major role in founding the colony of West Jersey, which is now known as New Jersey and the later immigration of Quakers to Pennsylvania. The abolitionist efforts

Fred Rogers and the Disney princesses have a unique similarity in that they both employ an overt sense of self-esteem in children, which negatively impacts that child’s future. Mr. Rogers, through his television show, has made kids believe that they are special for just being who they are. A similar idea is also true regarding Disney princesses, in that the little girls who emulate them believe that life should be lived as a fairy tale. As children grow up, they are very easily influenced by what

Despite what some may think, it is proven that Milton Hershey had a positive impact on his community and the world in a various of ways. For example, he built the Milton Hershey school to benefit underprivileged youth. In fact, this school is still in operation today and was originally opened on November 15, 1909. Another way Hershey impacted the lives of many was through the building of Hersheypark. This amusement park was established in 1907 and, like the school, is still in operation today. On

All children become an adult at some point in their lives. The transition between high school and college exemplifies this transition. Yet few of these students feel prepared for the challenge that is adult life. After living with their parents for 17-18 years, the move away from home and getting saddled with a plethora of responsibilities can be jolting. William Allen has many graduation requirements, but an Independent Living class is not one of them. This needs to change. High School ought to

SOCIAL MEDIA!!!! DIGITAL MARKETING!!! CONTENT MARKETING!!! Every business hears those terms being bandied about every day. They are made to feel less than and that their business will go under if they are not on the cutting edge of whatever is happening in digital. The reality is, there is some truth to it, but not in the way you think. Digital and Social Media are just tools. Yes tools, like a hammer Facebook Twitter Google+ Pinterest is a tool, like a drill is a tool, like a great knife