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Unsolved Murders & Disappearances in Northeast Ohio
by Jane Ann Turzillo
Cold case files litter the desks of authorities all across Northeast Ohio. Louise Wolf and Mabel Foote, Parma teachers, were on their way to school one winter morning when a maniac sprang from the bushes and bludgeoned them to death. When young Melvin Horst went missing on his way home from playing with friends in 1928, many thought he was kidnapped or accidentally killed by a bootlegger's car. Charles Collins's death looked like suicide but was proved otherwise by two preeminent surgeons and has remained a mystery for more than one hundred years. Author Jane Ann Turzillo recounts eight unsolved murders and two chilling disappearances in Northeast Ohio's history.
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The video game encyclopedia
by Arnold Ringstad
"This title introduces readers to some of the most popular and influential video games of all time. Readers will learn about iconic characters, renowned game developers, and how the world of video games has changed from the 1950s to today"
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Days of infamy : how a century of bigotry led to Japanese American internment
by Lawrence Goldstone
"On December 7, 1941--"a date which will live in infamy"--the Japanese navy launched an attack on the American military bases at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The next day, President Franklin Roosevelt declared war on Japan, and the US Army officially entered the Second World War. Three years later, on December 18, 1944, President Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066, which enabled the Secretary of War to enforce a mass deportation of more than 100,000 Americans to what government officials themselves called "concentration camps." None of these citizens had been accused of a real crime. All of them were torn from their homes, jobs, schools, and communities, and deposited in tawdry, makeshift housing behind barbed wire, solely for the crime of being of Japanese descent. President Roosevelt declared this community "alien"--whether they were citizens or not, native-born or not--accusing them of being potential spies and saboteurs for Japan who deserved to have their constitutional rights stripped away... In 1944 the US Supreme Court ruled, in Korematsu v. United States, that the forcible deportation and detention of Japanese Americans on the basis of race was a "military necessity." Today it is widely considered one of the worst Supreme Court decisions of all time..."
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Catfish Fishing Like a Pro
by Marie Roesser
No matter where people live, catfish likely swim nearby. That makes them a popular fish to catch—and an exciting one. Their size can range from the length of a hand to the length of a body! This motivating guide helps anglers, new and experienced, prepare for a catfish expedition. They’ll learn about the kinds of catfish, where to find them, the best gear and bait, and—importantly—about fishing safety. Finally, they’ll learn about responsible fishing, with a focus on conservation. Whether readers are aiming to catch and release or catch and eat, they’ll discover the keys to success.
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Ending the Energy Crisis : It's Time to Take Eco Action!
by Robyn Hardyman
Today, our planet faces huge challenges as a result of human actions. The time has come to replace those negative actions with positive ones―it's time to take eco action! Readers will discover how green energy is helping end Earth's energy crisis and how organizations everywhere are taking action to help protect our planet. Readers will also learn how they too can take eco action and help save planet Earth.
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The science of stress
by Scientific American
"When people say they feel stressed out, what exactly do they mean? This volume looks at the topic of stress from physiological and psychological perspectives to explain what processes in the body and mind create this feeling of stress. It considers research on the negative impacts stress can have on the brain and the body over time, and explores some of the common causes of stress, including trauma. While research shows that chronic stress can have a wide range of adverse health impacts, experts also offer advice on how to manage stress and prevent it from having these negative effects"
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Is there more than one universe?
by Scientific American
"For centuries, the concept of the multiverse-meaning the idea that there are multiple hypothetical universes beyond our observable universe-has fascinated both scientists and philosophers. The laws of physics are considered a fundamental building block of experience as we know it, but this volume considers what would happen if slight changes were made to the laws of physics that allow for multiple parallel universes. This title offers arguments both supporting and opposing the concept of the multiverse,giving readers the opportunity to form their own opinions"
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Plumber
by Kathleen A. Klatte
Plumbers are valued members of any construction crew. They’re also the repair person you call in an emergency—such as no water in a plumbing fixture or too much water someplace it doesn’t belong. Today’s plumbers must be familiar with the most up-to-date trends in building and renovations. This includes many new high-efficiency fixtures, designed to waste less water. This book explores the training needed to become a plumber and the sort of pay a novice can expect in direct language chosen to appeal to young people.
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