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Federal Judge Wipes Out Thanksgiving

Federal Judge Wipes Out Thanksgiving

A federal judge in Wisconsin has ruled that Thanksgiving Day has been unconstitutional since it originated with President George Washington’s proclamation in 1789. Noting that Congress had “recommend to the people of the United States a day of public thanksgiving and prayer,” Washington declared that Thursday, Nov. 26, should be d...

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NFL Announces Thanksgiving Day Schedule

NFL Announces Thanksgiving Day Schedule

In addition to turkey and stuffing, you’ll be able to enjoy a heaping helping of NFL football this year on Thanksgiving 2010. The NFL has announced its Thanksgiving 2010 football schedule. According to FootballNewsNow.com, the Thanksgiving 2010 NFL schedule is as follows: In the first game, the Detroit Lions will host the New England Patriots...

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Thanksgiving Day Parade Stamps Debut

Thanksgiving Day Parade Stamps Debut

With Labor Day and the unofficial end of summer just past, is it too early to begin thinking about the holidays? For many, Thanksgiving and the Thanksgiving parades that usually end with the arrival of Santa Claus are the unofficial start of the Christmas season. The U.S. Postal Service got the jump on the holidays ......

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