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O.S. (Orlando Swain) Neal, born January 14, 1868

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Ether

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The Local New Horizons Band

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Radio City Rockette Julie Branam

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Grandma Leora’s Seven Younger Brothers

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Stonehenge – Twice

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Gold Star Mothers

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September 11, 2001

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Flag Day

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Visiting Bosnia–20 Years Ago

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Comfort Bird

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Arachnophobia in the Choir Loft

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Two Nights in Grand Island

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Grandma Ruby’s Cactus

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Don’t Let Those Precious Notes get Thrown Away!

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How I Became a History Fan (Not in School)

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The Back Yard Awakes on a Winter Morning

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It’s Nice to Be Mice at Christmastime

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The Rescue Trumpet

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The Mustard Seed

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The Year Adis Helped Cook for Thanksgiving

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A Compelling Memorial for a Fallen Friend

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Seedcorn Caps

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More from Our American Stories

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Writing and Publishing Journey

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Fatherline

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Flag Day

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Violet Hill Cemetery, Perry, Iowa

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National Defense Student Loan

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Grandma Leora’s Crocheted Roses

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