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Remembering McGovern

Posted on October 22, 2012 by vanbraman

George Stanley McGovern passed away on Sunday at the age of 90. Senator McGovern is probably best remembered for his participation in the 1972 presidential election. McGovern was the Democratic candidate for the 1972 presidential election. His path to the … Continue reading →

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Gallup Poll Connection I – Amish

Posted on October 13, 2012 by vanbraman

Religion in Family History Did you know that George H. Gallup who started the Gallup Poll has a connection to the Amish? The connection comes through his wife Ophelia Smith Miller. Ophelia was not Amish at the time that she … Continue reading →

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