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Oct292023
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Red Ruffing’s Dover Chapter: From Minors to Majors

Sports HistoryBy Dave TablerLeave a comment

Explore Charles “Red” Ruffing’s crucial stint with the 1924 Dover Senators, paving his way from the minors to a legendary career.

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Oct272023
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The Federal Art Project’s Pinnacle in Delaware

Delaware Artistic HeritageBy Dave TablerLeave a comment

1939 marked the zenith of the Federal Art Project in Delaware, fostering a vibrant artistic milieu amid the Great Depression’s hardships.

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Oct262023
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Delaware’s Dance with the Great Hurricane of 1938

Weather HistoryBy Dave TablerLeave a comment

Delaware’s preparation for the 1938 Great Hurricane showcased early meteorological coordination, averting major loss despite nature’s fury.

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Oct252023
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Electrification Efforts Elevate Everyday Existence

Agriculture and Rural LifeBy Dave TablerLeave a comment

Delaware’s rural electrification (1935-1960) spurred by M.L. Cooke, fueled agribusiness growth, modernizing rural life through public-private efforts.

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Dave Tabler is a Delaware-focused author using his University of Maryland degrees in art history and photojournalism to examine and explore the first state's rich history and publish works of his findings. He also manages AppalachianHistory.net
Recent Blog Posts
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