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Teddy Roosevelt and Booker T. Washington's dinner changed history

In his new book, "Teddy and Booker T: How Two American Icons Blazed a Path for Racial Equality," Brian Kilmeade writes of how Theodore Roosevelt invited intellectual and former slave Book T. Washington to dinner at the White House at the very beginning of his presidency. ....

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Capitol Idea: An Excerpt From 'Welcome to Capitol Hill' | Cover Story

Reporters Joel Ebert and Erik Schelzig’s new book delves into Tennessee’s history of political scandal ....

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YWCA has made much progress in 125 years serving the Nashville area

As we look to the future, I am confident that YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee will continue to be a powerful force for positive change in our city. ....

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Today In Johnson City History: Jan. 11

A secret underground society, illegal whiskey at a cafe, devastating floods and more were reported on this day in Johnson City history. ....

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The worst architectural crime in Tennessee history | Chattanooga Times Free Press

On Dec. 5, 1900, an advertisement appeared on page 5 of the Nashville American advertising "building stone" for sale near the Corner of Eighth Avenue and Church Street. ....

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