Restraint of trade is very similar to the modern “non-compete” agreement that some businesses will have employees sign. The intention…
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Construction of the Erie Canal
By Samuel Phineas Upham The Erie Canal was an important part of New York history and city infrastructure that would…
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NASDAQ: The New Face in Town
By Samuel Phineas Upham For the first two centuries of its existence, the New York Stock Exchange faced no real…
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Five Last Minute Items to Make Sure You Have Before the Party Starts
Summary: Don’t forget these must-haves for your party. Planning a child’s birthday is a pretty hectic job for any parent,…
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The 900 Ton Vessel that the Earl Of Cumberland Sailed On
By Phineas Upham The Red Dragon, or the official title “The Scourge of Malice,” was a massive 38-gun flagship ordered…
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Gelato Consumption on the Rise in the USA
The surge in popularity in terms of consumption of the gelato in the USA needs to be analyzed within its…
Read MoreMuhammad Yunus and the Concept of Microfinance
By Phin Upham Muhammad Yunus is credited with developing the incredibly innovative concepts of micro-finance and microcredit. Yunus developed a…
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FedEx: America’s First Single-Carrier Shipper
By Phin Upham FedEx Express and FedEx are the same company, but there is a different starting point for each…
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Gelato Versus Ice Cream: The Differences
During World War II, ice cream became a staple of summertime. According to statistics, 90% of American households consume ice…
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The Mars Candy Bar Company
By Samuel Phineas Upham During World War II, Wrigley was a gum available only to troops. Today, thanks to the…
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