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1890Dec, 9

Laura Salverson

Laura Salverson, Canadian author (d. 1970)
Laura Goodman Salverson (December 9, 1890 – July 13, 1970) was a Canadian author. Her work reflected her Icelandic heritage. Two of her books won Governor General's awards for literature.

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Events on 1890

  • 1Jun

    Herman Hollerith

    The United States Census Bureau begins using Herman Hollerith's tabulating machine to count census returns.
  • 12Sep

    Rhodesia

    Salisbury, Rhodesia, is founded.
  • 24Sep

    1890 Manifesto

    The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints officially renounces polygamy.
  • 25Sep

    Sequoia National Park

    The United States Congress establishes Sequoia National Park.
  • 4Nov

    Stockwell tube station

    City and South London Railway: London's first deep-level tube railway opens between King William Street and Stockwell.