There is always much to learn from quotes and their historical significance. Read on for a collection of quotes and general history from June 30th – July 6th. June 30, 1906 "I aimed at the public's heart, and by accident I hit it in the stomach."- Upton Sinclair On June 30th, 1906, President Theodore Roosevelt signed the Pure Food and Drug Act into law. The law’s … [Read more...] about History June 30th – July 6th
Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse
One of my favorite books assigned to me in high school was Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse. I recently read it again and found just as much enjoyment a second time. The title, Siddhartha, is formed from two Sanskrit words to mean “he who has found meaning” and contains numerous spiritual and life lessons. If you haven’t read or don’t remember Siddhartha, it’s a quick read I highly … [Read more...] about Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse
History June 23rd – 29th
There is always much to learn from quotes and their historical significance. Read on for a collection of quotes and general history from June 23rd – 29th. June 23, 1961 "Antarctica shall be used for peaceful purposes only (Art. I) Freedom of scientific investigation in Antarctica and cooperation toward that end … shall continue (Art. II). Scientific observations and … [Read more...] about History June 23rd – 29th
History June 16th – 22nd
There is always much to learn from quotes and their historical significance. Read on for a collection of quotes and general history from June 16th – 22nd. June 16, 1858 "A house divided against itself, cannot stand. I believe this government cannot endure, permanently, half slave and half free. I do not expect the Union to be dissolved — I do not expect the house to … [Read more...] about History June 16th – 22nd
History June 9th – 15th
There is always much to learn from quotes and their historical significance. Read on for a collection of quotes and general history from June 9th – 15th. June 9, 1915 "Whatever be the other facts regarding the Lusitania, the principal fact is that a great steamer, primarily and chiefly a conveyance for passengers, and carrying more than a thousand souls who had no part … [Read more...] about History June 9th – 15th