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The Hagerstown Town and Country Almanack was established in 1797, making it the second oldest almanac in the United States.
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On October 13, 1775, the United States Navy was born after the Second Continental Congress authorized the acquisition of a fleet of ships.
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After a 33-day voyage, Christopher Columbus made his first landfall in the New World in the Bahamas on October 12, naming the land El Salvador. He was seeking a sea route from Europe to Asia, believed it to be an island of the Indies, calling the island natives 'Indians.'
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John Lennon was born today in 1940 in Liverpool, England. He was a member of The Beatles, an influential rock group which captivated audiences first in England and Germany, and later in America and throughout the world. He was murdered in New York City on December 8, 1980.
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The Great Fire of Chicago erupted on October 8, 1871. Over 300 persons died and 90,000 left homeless as the fire leveled 3.5 square miles, destroying 17,450 buildings. According to legend, it started when Mrs. O'Leary's cow kicked over a lantern in her barn on DeKoven Street.
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October 7, 1765 - The Stamp Act Congress convened in New York City with representatives from nine colonies meeting in protest to the British Stamp Act which imposed the first direct tax by the British Crown upon the American colonies.
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October’s FULL MOON occurs on October 6th and is the HARVEST MOON of 2025. It was named that because of the extra light the moon provided to many Native American tribes, giving them more time to hunt for game. It has also been called YELLOW LEAF MOON uand FALLING LEAVES MOON
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On October 6, 1927, the first "talkie" opened in New York City. 'The Jazz Singer', starring Al Jolson, was the first full-length feature film using spoken dialogue.
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On October 5, 1877, following a 1,700-mile retreat, Chief Joseph of the Nez Perce Indians surrendered to U.S. Cavalry troops at Bear's Paw near Chinook, Montana. "From where the sun now stands, I will fight no more forever," he declared.
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On October 4, 1582, the Gregorian Calendar took effect in Catholic countries as Pope Gregory XIII decreed the day following October 4, 1582, would October 15, 1582, correcting the Julian Calendar. Britain and the American colonies adopted the Gregorian Calendar in 1752.
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The Hagerstown Town and Country Almanack Newsletter for October, 2025 is now available at https://t.co/2loSqAWPLk! Check out the latest Mid-Atlantic forecast, more gardening tasks, and the best days for farming activities in October.
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The Hagerstown Town and Country Almanack Newsletter for October 2025 is now available at https://t.co/2loSqAWPLk! Check out the Mid-Atlantic Regional weather forecasts, best days for gardening tasks, and farming activities. Sign up for the newsletter to be delivered every month!
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Happy International Coffee Day! ️ Let's raise our mugs to the rich aroma, bold flavor, and comforting warmth of this beloved beverage. Coffee brings people together in a tradition that spans cultures and generations. #InternationalCoffeeDay #CoffeeLoversUnite
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On September 30, 1955, actor James Dean was killed while drivng his Porsche in California at age 24. Although he made just three major films, Rebel Without a Cause, East of Eden, and Giant, he remains one of the most influential actors.
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On September 29, 1789, Congress created the United States Army, consisting of 1,000 enlisted men and officers.
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California was discovered on September 28, 1542 by Portuguese navigator Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo upon his arrival at San Diego Bay.
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American revolutionary leader Samuel Adams was born in Boston, Massachusetts on this day in 1722. He was a signer of both the Declaration of Independence and the Articles of Confederation.
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The first-ever televised presidential debate occurred between presidential candidates John F. Kennedy and Richard M. Nixon on September 26, 1960. Many who watched were inclined to say Kennedy 'won' the debate, while those listening on radio thought Nixon did better.
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Happy World Pharmacist Day to all the amazing pharmacists out there! Today, we celebrate all the hard work and dedication that goes into keeping our communities healthy. Thank you for your commitment to healing and caring for others. You are truly appreciated! #WorldPharmacistDay
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On September 25, 1690, the very first American newspaper, a single edition of 'Publick Occurrences Both Foreign and Domestick' was published in Boston, Massachusetts. However, British authorities considered the newspaper offensive and ordered its immediate suppression.
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September 24, 1957 - President Dwight Eisenhower ordered the National Guard to enforce racial integration of schools in Little Rock, Arkansas.
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