Here are a few clues: He never lived in the White House. He owned slaves, but he struggled with the moral implications of owning another human being and freed every single one of them in his will. This president was born in the state that has produced the most U.S. presidents. In addition to being president, he was also well-known as a great military leader.
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This man wasn’t only the president but also an accomplished architect. He was a bibliophile whose personal collection became the helped establish the Libary of Congress. When he was 76, he founded the University of Virginia, designing its buildings and curriculum. He died deeply in debt, despite his hidden talents.
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This man is generally considered to be one of the greatest presidents of all time yet despite this, there’s a typo in the memorial that bears his name. He delivered what is arguably the most important proclamations in American history. He was one of four presidents to share a very grim fate.
It’s surprisingly easy to transform a water bottle (or whatever plastic bottle you have on hand) into a DIY sprinkler. All you need in addition to your empty bottle is electric tape and a screwdriver, and you can create a fully functioning sprinkler in as little as five minutes.
Want to give your water bottle a second life and beautify your garden at the same time? Then turn your old plastic bottle into a bird feeder! Simply cut a hole into the side of your bottle and fill it with seed (as pictured here).
Want to give your water bottle a second life and beautify your garden at the same time? Then turn your old plastic bottle into a bird feeder! Simply cut a hole into the side of your bottle and fill it with seed (as pictured here).
Or, if you want to take things one step further, you can stick two spoons through your bottle and create little feeding posts, just like blogger Manuela Waliczek-Raczka demonstrates here.
If you’re naming your feline friend Lucy, you’re not alone. This popular cat name is short for Lucille, meaning “light” in French.
Alaska: Pepper
Is there some salt to go with your many Peppers, Alaskans? This spicy name comes from the Sanskrit word pippali, meaning “berry.”
Arizona: Max
Max is a common cat name in Arizona, and it’s a great one, too—literally. The name Max comes from Latin origins and simply means “greatest.”
Arkansas: Jasper
If you live in Arkansas, you might have a cat named Jasper. This Persian name means “treasurer,” so it’s not hard to see why so many people would give this name to their treasured fur friend.
California, Colorado, and Connecticut: Bella
There must be a lot of beautiful cats in these states! This Italian name meaning “beautiful” is one of the most popular cat names.
Delaware: Misty
In Delaware, the name Misty is very popular for cats. Both a standalone name and a nickname for Michelle or Melissa, this English name simply means “mist” or “light fog.”
Florida: Lucy
Just like those in Alabama, Florida residents like to give the name Lucy to their house cats. But those are not the only kinds of cats you’ll find in Florida. The Florida panther is the most endangered animal in North America.
Georgia: Bailey
Georgia may be the Peach State, but the cats aren’t named Peaches here. Most of them are named Bailey, which comes from the word bailiff, meaning “law enforcer.”
Hawaii: Chloe
In Hawaii, you’re likely to come across a Chloe cat. Most commonly a feminine name, Chloe is a Greek name meaning “blooming” or “fertility.”
Idaho: Oliver
We hope these Olivers have a lot of company! The name, which has Latin origins, relates to an “olive tree,” which symbolizes beauty and dignity.
No, Illinoisans aren’t keeping actual tigers as pets, but they are naming their cats that way! And if you head to the state, you might find one of the oldest living cats: Tiger, an orange cat who is 31 years old.
Iowa: Gracie
In Iowa, you might find some graceful cats. After all, most of the cat owners in this state name their cats Gracie, which is inspired by the name Grace, meaning “eloquence.”
Indiana and Kansas: Charlie
Cats are pretty free-roaming creatures, and Indiana and Kansas know that. These states share a love for the cat name Charlie, which means “free man.”
Kentucky: Max
Just like Arizona, Kentucky residents have an affinity for the name Max. And it doesn’t seem like a bad name for the wildcats in this state either, seeing as Max Duffy is the punter for the University of Kentucky Wildcats football team.
Louisiana: Patches
Perhaps there are a lot of spotted cat in this state? The name Patches is a popular one among the spotted-cat community—and across Louisiana.
Maine: Max
You might find a Maine Coon cat named Max in this state, seeing as it’s the state cat—recognized as such in 1985.
Maryland: Chloe
Just like Hawaii, those in Maryland are a big fan of naming their cats Chloe. But the state cat? It’s the calico cat! So, perhaps you’ll meet a calico cat called Chloe?
Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, and Missouri: Bella
These states all have one thing in common: They love the name, Bella! But unlike the other states, Massachusetts also has a state cat—the tabby cat.
Mississippi: Sebastian
Perhaps the people in Mississippi are big fans of The Little Mermaid? The Latin-inspired name means “venerable.”
Montana: Orion
Montana’s favorite star-sounding name is certainly unique. In Roman mythology, Orion was a hunter, which is a fitting name for a cat.
Nebraska: Oscar
Perhaps these Nebraskan cats were destined for cinematic glory! Oscar, the name used most often in this state, is of English origins and means “friend of deer.”
Nevada: Cleo
This popular Nevadan name has a historical background. Short for Cleopatra, it’s a powerful name meaning “glory.”
New Hampshire and New York: Oliver
While New Hampshire and New York share a favorite cat name, New Hampshire differs with its state cat: the bobcat.
New Jersey: Max
We hope you’re not maxed out by how many times you’ve seen this name on the list, because it’s New Jersey’s top cat name as well.
New Mexico: Simba
We assume the people of New Mexico have seen The Lion King one too many times. This Swahili name literally means “lion.”
North Dakota: Boots
There’s only two things you need when it’s winter in North Dakota: your snow boots and your cat, Boots.
North Carolina and Ohio: Bella
North Carolina and Ohio are nothing special here—like many other states (with residents who may have seen Twilight too many times) their favorite cat name is Bella.
Queen Mary I, first queen of England, also known as Bloody Mary for her persecution of Protestants was born in Palace of Placentia, Greenwich. She ruled from 1553 until her death in 1558.
1930: Pluto is discovered
Photographic evidence of Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh at Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona. Initially considered the ninth planet in the Solar System, it was reclassified as a dwarf planet by International Astronomical Union in 2006.
2001: Dale Earnhardt dies in crash
Seven-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Dale Earnhardt Sr., considered as one of the greatest car racers, died at the age of 49 in an accident during the 43rd Daytona 500 in Daytona Beach, Florida.
2003: South Korean subway fire
South Korean rescue workers inspect a subway train destroyed by a fire at a subway station in Daegu, 200 miles southeast of Seoul, South Korea. About 120 people were killed and at least 135 injured after a man ignited a milk carton filled with flammable material.
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