To the editor:

The town of Jackson was incorporated Dec. 4, 1800, as the Town of Adams, for President John Adams. In 1829, the name was changed to Jackson for Andrew Jackson.

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DavefromConway

Jerry, I'm sure you'll feel better and sleep better. When are you going after George Washington? Or are you doing this incrementally and saving the big guy for last?

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