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1999 News Month-By-MonthWorldNorthern Ireland Gains Home Rule (Dec. 2): Ulster, although still afflicted by sectarian hatred, enters hoped-for era of stability as London transfers authority…
First race in 1851 around Isle of Wight, Cowes, England. First defense and all others through 1920 held 30 miles off New York Bay. Races since 1930 held 30…
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