Seven years later, the Missionary Herald stated that “From the bills of mortality…it appears probable that there have been not less than 100,000 deaths in the Sandwich [Hawaiian] Islands, of every period of life from infancy to old age, since the arrival of the mission fifteen years ago.” And after the 1853 smallpox What disease […]
Is 100k good salary in Houston?
It is possible to live a very decent middle class lifestyle in Houston for $100,000 a year. This is particularly true if you live and work in one of the suburbs like The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land of Pearland. Leasing a clean and safe apartment is not cheap, but is a bargain compared to most […]
When did Delaware recognize Juneteenth?
Juneteenth celebrates June 19, 1865, when all of America’s slaves became free. Delaware recognizes Juneteenth as a state holiday, and there are multiples celebrations across the state. Here’s a chronological list. Family Enrichment Program and Pageant, 3 p.m. June 13. When did Juneteenth become a holiday in Delaware? In 2000, Chapter 269 of Volume 72 […]
Is Maryland a good state to live?
Maryland is a very wealthy state. Some newspapers like the Washington Post and US News claim that Maryland might very well be the wealthiest state in the nation. According to CNBC, Maryland has the highest concentration of millionaires in the country with 1 in 12 households being worth $1 million or more. Is it expensive […]
What does Wisconsin state bird look like?
Grayish brown in color, with an orange breast, a dark head and a white belly, robins are easy to spot. What is Wisconsin’s state bird? Bird: robin (Turdus migratorius). In 1926-27, Wisconsin school children voted to select a state bird. The robin received twice as many votes as those given any other bird. Chapter 218, […]
What does Nevada mean in Native American?
American Indians of the Paiute, Shoshone, and Washoe tribes inhabited what is now Nevada. The first Europeans to explore the region were Spanish. They called the region Nevada (snowy) because of the snow which covered the mountains in winter similar to the Sierra Nevada in Spain. Is Nevada a Native American word? The Cornhusker State’s […]
What does Colorado use on winter roads?
The Colorado Department of Transportation has begun using a salt brine mixture on roads before snowstorms to aid the melting process. I’ve lived in Colorado for 35 years. Before that I lived in Michigan. Michigan has long used salt as its main winter road hazard deterrent. What does Colorado put on roads in winter? As […]
What kind of food is Detroit Michigan known for?
Here are five authentic Detroit foods to place on your must-eat list. Coney Dog. It’s undetermined if this cult-favorite chili dog actually has ties to the birthplace of the hot dog: Coney Island, New York. Detroit-Style Pizza. Detroit pizza: it’s all about that crust. ( Boston Cooler. Zip Sauce. Double-Baked Rye Bread. What food is […]
Is it safe in Long Island City?
Long Island City has a below average violent crime rate and a low property crime rate for New York City. Is Long Island City a safe area? Long Island City is in the 3rd percentile for safety, meaning 97% of cities are safer and 3% of cities are more dangerous. The rate of violent crime […]
Does Arizona have state income tax for non residents?
Nonresidents are subject to Arizona tax on any income earned from Arizona sources. Nonresidents may also exclude income Arizona law does not tax. Individuals subject to tax by both Arizona and another state on the same income may also be eligible for a tax credit. Do I have to file AZ state taxes nonresident? As […]
What cities are in southern Missouri?
Cape Girardeau. New Madrid. Poplar Bluff. Sikeston. Ste. Genevieve. West Plains. Van Buren. Doniphan. What is considered Southeast Missouri? However, the term is locally used to refer to the entire southeastern lowlands of Missouri located within the Mississippi Embayment, which includes parts of Butler, Mississippi, Ripley, Scott, Stoddard and extreme southern portions of Cape Girardeau […]
What is the average electric bill in Portland Oregon?
The average monthly utilities bill in Portland is around $188 for basic electricity, heat, gas, and garbage services. Adding internet costs an average of $66 more per month. This is slightly more than San Franciscans or New Yorkers spend on monthly utilities, but still less than residents pay in Seattle, on average. How much is […]
Why is Bend Oregon called Bend?
The name Bend was derived from “Farewell Bend”, the designation used by early pioneers to refer to the location along the Deschutes River where the town was eventually platted, one of the few fordable points along the river. Who named Bend Oregon? A NAME FOR THE TOWN In the late 1870’s, William H. Staats filed […]
What’s the average snowfall in Tennessee?
Climate Averages Tennessee, Tennessee United States Rainfall 52.8 in. 38.1 in. Snowfall 4.8 in. 27.8 in. Precipitation 116.1 days 106.2 days Sunny 207 days 205 days What part of Tennessee gets the most snow? Tennessee Average Snow Days City Rank Rank Average Snow Days ▼ City / Population 1. 11.62 days Trade, TN 2. 10.88 […]
What’s the biggest house in Minnesota?
This home is located in Minnetrista, MN on Lake Minnetonka and is a whopping 22,430 sqft! It’s listed for $5,950,000, sits on 2.21 acres, and has 8 bedrooms, 11.5 bathrooms. And yes, this is listed as a single-family home, although you could easily rent it out to quite a few people. Where is the most […]