Three New England inventions that changed parties everywhere
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James Wright of New Haven, CT, invented Silly Putty in the early 1940s. Percy L. Spencer of Maine made the first microwave oven while working for Raytheon in 1945. Ezra J. Warner of Waterbury, CT patented the first can opener in 1858.
Publication Name: Yankee
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0044-0191
Year: 1993
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The secrets of operating a successful diner
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The Littleton Diner in Littleton, New Hampshire has been operating on the same spot since 1930. Interviewed here is the owner Alice Keane, the waitress, Alice Tillotson, and the cook, Ken Hatch.
Publication Name: Yankee
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0044-0191
Year: 1991
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The Miss New England diner pageant
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A guide to the best diners in New England is presented with emphasis on their food and authenticity. Illustrations of the diners are presented showing their best features.
Publication Name: Yankee
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0044-0191
Year: 2001
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