Dianne Odell, The Woman who Lived in an Iron Lung
On February 13th 1947, Geneva and Freeman Odell welcomed their daughter, Dianne Odell, into the world in Jackson, Tennessee. Dianne was the perfect addition to …
On February 13th 1947, Geneva and Freeman Odell welcomed their daughter, Dianne Odell, into the world in Jackson, Tennessee. Dianne was the perfect addition to …
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Prior to 1980, Mount St. Helens was a popular vacation destination with hiking trails, camping sites, and stunning views. The surrounding virgin forests provided a …
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The old adage that cats have nine lives might not be true in the technical sense, but there is an undeniable grain of truth in …