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 Kentucky's State Seal - Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives
The official seal of the Commonwealth was described in a bill passed by the General Assembly on December 20, 1792, shortly after Kentucky joined the Union.
Most historians believe that the patriotism of Kentucky's first governor, Isaac Shelby, was the inspiration for the state's choice of the motto "United We Stand, Divided We Fall." Shelby, a hero of the Revolutionary War for his victory at the Battle of Kings Mountain, was fond of "The Liberty Song," written 1768 by John Dickinson.
Although Isaac Shelby's initial conception of the seal depicted two pioneers in buckskins, with their hands clapsed as they stood on a precipice, Humphries' version imposed the men, dressed in swallowtail coats, embracing in a bear hug so tight that one of the men's heads is obliterated by the other's.
www.kdla.ky.gov /resources/kyseal.htm   (651 words)

  
 Seal of Kentucky - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Kentucky State Seal was adopted in December of 1792.
The outer ring of the seal is adorned with the words "Commonwealth of Kentucky", and within the inner circle is the state motto "United we stand, Divided we fall."
Popular belief claims that the buckskin-clad man on the left is Daniel Boone, who was largely responsible for the exploration of Kentucky, and the man in the suit on the right is Henry Clay, Kentucky's most famous statesman.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Seal_of_Kentucky   (292 words)

  
 U.S. Senate: Art & History Home > Origins & Development > Institutional Development > Senate Seal
The seal of the Senate, based on the Great Seal of the United States, includes a scroll inscribed with E Pluribus Unum floating across a shield with thirteen stars on top and thirteen vertical stripes on the bottom.
Surrounding the seal is the legend, "United States Senate." The seal is affixed to impeachment documents and resolutions of consent to international treaties.
The seal is kept in the custody of the Secretary of the Senate, in accordance with a resolution adopted in 1886 which mandates that it be used to authenticate transcripts, copies, and certificates as directed by the Senate.
www.senate.gov /artandhistory/history/common/briefing/Senate_Seal.htm   (515 words)

  
 state flag and seal   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
The seal is a simple rendition of two men, one in buckskin and the other in more formal dress attire.
Kentucky's General Assembly adopted a state flag in 1918, but it took 10 years to agree on final specification for the flag.
The flag is made of navy blue silk or nylon with the seal of the Commonwealth encircled by a wreath, which the lower half is goldenrod in bloom and the upper half with " Commonwealth of Kentucky"
www.angelfire.com /wizard2/summerlboyd/state_flag_and_seal.htm   (116 words)

  
 Kentucky: Secretary of State - History
So for 160 years, Kentucky has been blowing hot and cold about precisely what is meant by "two friends embracing." And the question arises afresh at the recent gift of a historic old State seal to Kentucky from the federal government.
The seal on bronze fittings of the State Capitol shows a bewigged statesman of the Benjamin Franklin era shaking hands with a bearded statesman of the William Goebel era.
And that is exactly the scene depicted in the Great Seal that is carved on the State Monument in Frankfort Cemetery, erected in 1850 to commemorate heroes of the Mexican War and War of 1812.
sos.ky.gov /executive/stateseal/statesealhistory.htm   (1388 words)

  
 State Seal of Texas
The Seal of the State shall be a star of five points, encircled by olive and live oak branches, and the words, "The State of Texas." Texas Constitution, article IV, section 19.
The seal of a nation or state is used today for authenticating documents of high importance or high ceremony issued in the name of the sovereign or the chief executive authority, such as the president or governor.
The Spanish royal seal was replaced by the Mexican seal, which consists of an eagle holding a serpent and standing on a cactus, encircled by wreaths of oak and olive.
www.sos.state.tx.us /statdoc/seal.shtml   (2512 words)

  
 About Kentucky   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Coal is mined in Kentucky's eastern Appalachian counties and in western Kentucky.
Kentucky became the 15th state of the Union in 1792.
Kentucky was named a commonwealth to honor Virginia, which owned the region before Kentucky became a state.
www.internetserver42.com /899/id43.html   (648 words)

  
 Seal Kentucky Kicks Off
This substance then hardens, preventing decay from forming in the crevices and grooves of the teeth, where 80 to 90 percent of dental caries (decay) occur.
LEXINGTON, KY (1997)--Children in 29 Kentucky counties will be less likely to get cavities in the future thanks to a new program recently kicked-off by the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry.
Seal Kentucky synergizes the expertise of UK dental care professionals and community dentists to apply dental sealants.
www.uky.edu /PR/News/MCPRNews/1997/seal.htm   (417 words)

  
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Most of Kentucky is in the transition area between a humid subtropical climate and a humid continental climate, although the higher elevations clearly fall in the latter.
Kentucky is one of 38 states in the United States that sanctions the death penalty for certain crimes.
ACLU of Kentucky, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals that a display of the Ten Commandments in the Whitley City courthouse of McCreary County was unconstitutional.
www.gamecheatz.net /games.php?title=Kentucky   (5277 words)

  
 Governor James E. Risch - The State of Idaho - FYI Idaho State Seal
Dissatisfaction with the official seal caused Governor Caleb Lyon to present a seal of his own design which was accepted by the Idaho Territorial Legislature on January 11, 1866.
However, what was to be a very short visit turned into a lifelong stay, for she fell in love with the charming city and its people and opened art classes where the young pioneers of the community learned to paint.
Before designing the seal, I was careful to make a thorough study of the resources and future possibilities of the State.
gov.idaho.gov /fyi/seal/seal_index.html   (1027 words)

  
 Top20Kentucky.com - Your Top20 Guide to Kentucky!
Kentucky and its residents are probably most well known for thoroughbred horses and horse racing, local whisky distilleries, and enthusiasm for basketball (The two principal basketball rivals in the state are the University of Kentucky (blue and white, Wildcats) and the University of Louisville (red and fl, Cardinals)).
Kentucky's pastimes are distinctly those of the South, and sports rivalries between the University of Kentucky and the Universities of Tennessee and North Carolina have long existed.
Kentucky was a border state during the American Civil War and for a time had two state governments, one supporting the Confederacy and one supporting the Union.
top20kentucky.com   (1513 words)

  
 SSBN 737 Kentucky
The submarine USS KENTUCKY (SSBN 737) is the third U.S. Naval vessel to be named in honor of the Bluegrass state, and the twelfth Trident submarine commissioned.
Kentucky was authorized in FY1985; laid down by Electric Boat Division of General Dynamics Co., Groton, CT 24 October 1987; launched 11 August 1990; sponsored by Mrs.
The ship's seal is a reflection of the proud heritage of the Commonwealth for which she is named.
www.globalsecurity.org /wmd/agency/ssbn-737.htm   (762 words)

  
 Report Issued In Kentucky Mining Tragedy - News - MSNBC.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
WLEX-TV Pikeville, KY An underground explosion that killed five Kentucky coal miners last spring was caused by a preventable methane leak, the use of a cutting torch and other mine violations, according to a state investigative report released Friday.
The seal was one of two at the mine that were supposed to keep combustible and poisonous gases underground, but neither met federal guidelines.
During seal construction, the fiberglass blocks used were "dry stacked" without adhesive and were not secured properly to the mine floor, which violated the ventilation plan.
www.msnbc.msn.com /id/15986365   (634 words)

  
 Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels
Commissions for Kentucky Colonels are awarded by the Governor and the Secretary of State to individuals in recognition of their noteworthy accomplishments and outstanding service to a community, state or the nation.
Kentucky Colonels are nominated by organizations, groups and individuals to the Office of the Governor.
Nominees must be Kentucky citizens by birth or adoption as certified by the Secretary of State.
users.aol.com /kyblkeagle/kycol.htm   (665 words)

  
 Geography - Merriam-Webster's Atlas
At the time of its admission to the Union in 1792, Kentucky was considered the nation's western frontier, and this was reflected in the symbolism of the state seal.
According to the design specifications adopted on June 14, 1962, the seal shows two men embracing; one of the figures is a frontiersman in buckskins and the other is a gentleman in formal frock coat and pants.
Framing the seal is a wreath of goldenrod (the state flower) and the name "Commonwealth of Kentucky." Like Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts, Kentucky has designated itself a commonwealth, although legally it has the same status as the other states.
www.m-w.com /cgi-bin/nytmaps.pl?kentucky   (260 words)

  
 Cast Bronze Plaque Seal Artwork
The image on this page is used to depict the artwork we use for this specific seal or emblem on our bronze plaques.
Seals and insignias change frequently and these may not represent the currently approved seal for your cast bronze plaque.
The current seal will be provided on the proof when you order your plaque.
www.thebronzeplaque.com /SealArt/Seals_Color/index.htm   (156 words)

  
 Kentucky (U.S.)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
In 1795, two stars were added, representing Kentucky and Vermont, bringing the total number of stars on the U.S. flag to 15.
Kentucky specifies a cardinal bird as the finial for its state flag.
The dimensions of the flag may vary, but the length shall be one and nine-tenths (1 9/10) times the width and the diameter of the seal and encirclement shall be approximately two-thirds (2/3) the width of the flag.
www.crwflags.com /fotw/flags/us-ky.html   (284 words)

  
 Egypt State Information Service-Spring 1996
The highest honor awarded by the state of Kentucky is the Kentucky Colonel.
Commissions for Kentucky Colonels are awarded for contributions to the community, state, or nation and for special achievements of all kinds.
Commissions as a Kentucky Colonel are awarded by the Governor for service and accomplishments on behalf of fellow men.
www.sis.gov.eg /En/Pub/magazin/spring1996/110202000000000003.htm   (938 words)

  
 The Seal of the Commonwealth of Kentucky
The Kentucky seal was adopted by the General Assembly in 1792 and consists of
The first known seal was made in 1793 by David Humphreys and was destroyed in 1812 when the Capitol burned.
The Kentucky state seal is in the custody of the Kentucky Secretary of State.
www.uky.edu /KentuckyCulture/kentucky-seal.html   (156 words)

  
 Explore Kentucky!   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
The Commonwealth of Kentucky, also known as “The Bluegrass State,” and its residents are internationally known for several things.
With nine thoroughbred horse racing tracks, Kentucky residents boast enormous pride for the prestigious tradition the Commonwealth holds as the forefront of “the sport of kings.”  Amongst these tracks is the centrally located Keeneland in Lexington, one of the oldest continuously operated race tracks in the nation, and a national historic site.
Distilleries in Kentucky now produce 95% of the whiskey and bourbon sold in the United States.
www.angelfire.com /ky3/ast215   (404 words)

  
 College of Dentistry > Service > Outreach Programs
Thus the goals of the Kentucky Education Reform Act (KERA) and preparing a healthy workforce for future economic development in Kentucky are adversely affected.
Kentucky in contrast to many other states does not have an organized statewide program or system with which these personnel can routinely work.
This information indicates the majority of Kentucky children of the poor and working poor, even when they have dental insurance such as Medicaid, are not receiving needed screening evaluation, preventive dental interventions and follow-up dental care.
www.mc.uky.edu /Dentistry/service/outreach.html   (755 words)

  
 ATA-Resources-AT in K-12-Best Practice-Reading with Symbols
As part of Kentucky’s Universal Design for Learning initiative (http://kysig.louisville.edu/udl/index.htm) the Kentucky 4th grade history book which was was scanned by a teacher and is now part of the state’s Digital Text Network (http://kysig.louisville.edu/udl/dtext.htm) of digital materials.
The seal is a circle of white with a gold edge.
By typing in "Kentucky state flag" and pressing the Enter Key we are provided with a host of images that contain the Kentucky State flag.
www.ataccess.org /resources/atk12/bp/reading.html   (2059 words)

  
 The Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
The highest honor awarded by the Commonwealth of Kentucky is that of Kentucky Colonel.
Commissions of Kentucky Colonels are presented for contributions to the community, state, or nation, and for special achievements of all kinds.
Later Kentucky governors commissioned colonels to act as their prospective guard; they wore uniforms and were present at most official functions.
www.johnsboro.com /colonel.htm   (488 words)

  
 Fluoridated Kentucky Part of the Oral Health Crisis   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Jordan had four teeth sealed that day; the boy ahead of him, 11-year-old Larry Angel, had 15 that needed sealing.
Seal Kentucky was modeled after the Cincinnati health department's dental sealant program.
Depending on the number of students to be served in a given school, students from other grades also are eligible to receive screenings and sealants, which normally cost between $40 and $60 each.
www.fluoridealert.org /news/734.html   (705 words)

  
 WSVN-TV - National News - Officials interview employees at Kentucky mine where 5 workers died
Officials are closely examining the seal at Kentucky Darby Mine No. 1 as part of an investigation into a May 20 blast.
Bledsoe, one of the 26 Kentucky Darby LLC employees subpoenaed by state and federal officials for closed-door interviews this week, also said Thursday he and others weren't trained to build the alternative seal.
The breach was found at the Consol of Kentucky Inc.'s Jones Fork E-3 Mine in Knott County, MSHA said in a statement.
www2.wsvn.com /news/articles/national/MI21576   (798 words)

  
 Kentucky State Seal
With the important Cumberland Gap and several immigrant routes, Kentucky saw the earliest and heaviest settlement west of the Appalachians.
And with its wealth of coal in both the east and west, it is not surprising that Kentucky boasts a large number of railroad company incorporations.
The state seal, however, is known from only two companies: Louisville and Nasville and Cincinnati Newport and Covington Railway.
www.coxrail.com /st-seals/stky.htm   (170 words)

  
 Kentucky State Symbols - Kentucky State Seal - The United States of America
The seal is a simple rendition of two men, one in buckskin, and the other in more formal dress.
The outer ring of the seal is adorned with the words "Commonwealth of Kentucky", and within the inner circle is the motto "United we stand, Divided we fall."
Various versions have pictured both men dressed in buckskin, or both men in formal dress, men with and without hats, men with beards, men with wigs, and hand clasps that have ranged from simple handshakes to full embraces.
www.netstate.com /states/symb/seals/ky_seal.htm   (146 words)

  
 kyflag.htm   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
The Kentucky flag is placed on a navy blue background.
Placed on this background is the seal of Kentucky and the words Commonwealth of Kentucky.
The two people on the seal, a pioneer and a state man represent all the people of Kentucky.
www.scott.k12.ky.us /southern/kyquilt/kyflag.htm   (74 words)

  
 Larry Wilkes Honorable Kentucky Colonels
The certificate, signed by the Governor and Secretary of State and bearing the Great Seal of Kentucky, has hung on the walls of such distinguished leaders as Lyndon B. Johnson and English Prime Minister Winston Churchill.
The Governor and the Lieutenant Governor of Kentucky serve as the Commander-in-Chief and Deputy Commander-in-Chief respectively.
Once a year Kentucky Colonels from all over the world gather for a celebration of fellowship in the true spirit of Kentucky hospitality.
www.physics.ohio-state.edu /~ltf/larkern.html   (371 words)

  
 Kentucky Terrell Project
The two friends shaking hands, a pioneer and a statesman, represent all the people.
Flag adopted 1918 amended in 1928 and 1962.
The Kentucky section of the Terrell project is dedicated to those Terrell's, Terrill's, etc. etc.
www.terrellproject.com /ky   (422 words)

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