The new establishment
Article Abstract:
Washington, DC, is one place where local authority mingles with national authority. In this setup, a small group of powerful individuals determine how everything should be done in the US capital. The powerful people of the past and those who are gaining their foothold are presented.
Publication Name: Washingtonian
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0043-0897
Year: 1993
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Why didn't I think of that?
Article Abstract:
A description is presented of the role of the US Patent and Trademark Office which has been operating since 1790 and has issued over 6 million patents. A selection of the inventions it has dealt with are discussed.
Publication Name: Washingtonian
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0043-0897
Year: 2000
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Thank God for country boys
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Agricultural scientists have made greener grass, juicier peaches, leaner pigs and more fertile cows. It is hoped that more scientific wonders will be borne out of these people's perseverance.
Publication Name: Washingtonian
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0043-0897
Year: 1992
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