The Interstate highways in the state are I-95 (the Connecticut Turnpike) running southwest to northeast along the coast, I-84 running southwest to northeast in the center of the state, I-91 running north to south in the center of the state, and I-395 running north to south near the eastern border of the state.
Connecticut is well-known as the home of Yale University, which maintains a consistent ranking as one of the world's greatest and richestuniversities, and has the most selective undergraduate program of any university in the United States (an 8.6% acceptance rate in 2006).
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Connecticut, 381 U.S., was a landmark case in which the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that the Constitution protected a right to privacy.
Connecticut involved a Connecticut law that prohibited the use of "any drug, medicinal article or instrument for the purpose of preventing conception." Although the law was passed in 1879, the statute was almost never enforced.
The conviction was upheld by the Appellate Division of the Circuit Court, and by the Connecticut Supreme Court of Errors.
It is located on the Connecticut River, near the center of the state.
Connecticut Center for Science and Exploration - The 150,000 square foot (14,000 m²) facility will be built along the Connecticut River on Columbus Boulevard near the convention center (opening in 2007+).
All commissions shall be in the name and by authority of the state of Connecticut; shall be sealed with the state seal, signed by the governor, and attested by the secretary of the state.
In case of the death, resignation, refusal to serve or removal from office of the governor, the lieutenant-governor shall, upon taking the oath of office of governor, be governor of the state until another is chosen at the next regular election for governor and is duly qualified.
Justices of the peace for the several towns in the state shall be elected by the electors in such towns; and the time and manner of their election, the number for each town, the period for which they shall hold their offices and their jurisdiction shall be prescribed by law.
Mark Twain wrote the Adventures of both Huckkleberry Finn and Tom Sawyer in Connecticut, and certainly this state was of significant importance in the early adventures of colonial America.
The balance of Connecticut is hilly, especially east and west, and in the Berkshire Hills of the far northwest.
The seasonal conditions in Connecticut reflect the typical climate of the northeasternstates; spring is short, while summers are generally hot and humid, with much cooler weather in the hills and mountains.
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The first Europeans we saw landing on Connecticut shores were Dutch traders (http://www.coldspringschool.com/history/early.html) who sailed up the Connecticut River around the year 1614, and landed near Hartford.
Connecticut became the fifth state to ratify the Constitution and to become a state in the United States of America.
This meeting of Federalist leaders from Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, RhodeIsland and Vermont, secretly adopted seven proposed amendments to the Federal Constitution that were later accused of being treasonous.
Three towns in Connecticut developed the first written constitution, "The Fundamental Orders" where it was declared that "the foundation of authority is in the free consent of the people,".
Connecticut was an established name early in the 1600's in particular reference to the Connecticut River.
The Brownstone State: Connecticut was once famous for its Brownstone Quarries at Portland.
The Client Security Fund is a fund established by the rules of the Connecticut Superior Court to provide reimbursement to individuals who have lost money or property as a result of the dishonest conduct of an attorney practicing law in the State of Connecticut, in the course of the attorney-client relationship.
The fund is financed by a fee collected from each attorney admitted to practice law in the State of Connecticut, as well as each judge, judge trial referee, state referee, family support magistrate, family support referee and workers' compensation commissioner.
Connecticut Practice Book Section 2-70 provides that an annual fee be assessed attorneys to fund a client security fund.
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That same year he was chosen as one of Connecticut's representatives in the Continental Congress.
Ellsworth served as one of Connecticut's first two senators in the new federal government between 1789 and 1796.
He rose from justice of the peace and county judge to an associate judge of the Connecticut Superior Court and to representative in both houses of the colonial assembly.
Connecticut is a land full of surprises, which makes it an interesting place to look for apartments and establish a home.
Connecticut has numerous historical sites as well as places of serene natural beauty, all of which are easily accessible in this compact state, which measures 60 miles from north to south and 90 miles across.
The nearer you are to Manhattan and the train line that connects much of Connecticut to this bustling metropolis, the higher the rent on the apartment rentals becomes.
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Private sector employees in Connecticut are covered by the Bridgeport and Hartford Federal OSHA Area Offices.
The two Federal OSHA Area Offices in Connecticut are located in Bridgeport and Hartford.
Since the mid-1980's, the Connecticut public sector incidence rate has gone down from a high of 16.5 in 1985 to a rate of 11.2 in 1999.
Hartford, Connecticut - the Soldiers and Sailors Arch (photograph and history) The arch was constructed of brownstone from Portland, Connecticut.
Windham, Connecticut – the Jillson House, now the headquarters for the Windham Historical Society (photograph and history) Gneiss granite quarried locally from the nearby Willimantic River was used in the construction of the building about 1924.
Windham, Connecticut – Mills in Willimantic (photograph and history) Gneiss granite quarried locally from the nearby Willimantic River was used in the construction of the building about 1924.
Connecticut electricity rates were raised 25% to 72% starting January 1, 2007.
The electric rates rise in Connecticut has a profound impact on residential and commercial consumers who now have higher electric bills to cope with.
Connecticut residents and businesses can create more savings by choosing an electricity supply contract from competing electricity providers in Connecticut.
De Forest was a Captain in the 12th Connecticut, taking part in the capture of New Orleans, the Port Hudson Campaign, and the Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia.
The 14th Connecticut sustained the largest percentage of loss of any regiment from the State of Connecticut.
Connecticut - I am writing a book on the 29th Connecticut Volunteer Infantry Regiment, and if anyone has any information they would like included or would like to share, such as letters, diaries, reminiscenses, photos or anything pertaining to the men of this regiment it would be appreciated.
The Connecticutquarter's reverse celebrates "The Charter Oak" tree, which proved to be a good hiding place.
The Connecticutquarter, the last 50 StateQuarters®; Program coin issued in 1999, features "The Charter Oak": an integral part of Connecticut's heritage and existence.
On the night of October 31, 1687, Connecticut'sCharter was put to a test.
Art Galleries, Museums, Theaters, Historic Properties, Farms and Tourist Attractions across the state open their doors to Connecticut Residents on Saturday, June 14, 2008.
ConnecticutState Park and Forest season passes for 2008 are available for purchase from the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).
The passes, which cost $50 for in-state residents and $75 for non-residents, cover the cost of admission and parking at major state parks where fees are charged.
Since 1855, the ConnecticutState Library has acquired historical records from the three branches of State government.
The State Archivist chairs the ConnecticutState Historical Records Advisory Board (CSHRAB), whose members are appointed by the Governor for three year terms under federal regulations pertaining to the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).
Connecticut Heritage Foundation (supporting the ConnecticutState Library and Museum of ConnecticutHistory)
With 137 state parks, 800 miles of hiking trails, 230 lakes and ponds and an expansive coastline, Connecticut is the perfect place to become reacquainted with Mother Nature.
Grab your beach bag and binoculars – from beaches and boardwalk carousels to close encounters with dinosaurs, marine life and farm and zoo animals.
As one of America’s oldest states, Connecticut has a deep and fascinating history, full of inventors, war heroes, authors and poets and key leaders in African Americanhistory – to name only a few.