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Linda Gasparello
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Host and Producer, White House Chronicle, PBS
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By Linda Gasparello Verified| Daily Star (Hammond, LA) Verified On Oct. 1, 1847, at age 29, Maria Mitchell, a studious and sturdy Quaker who, as a child, began sweeping the sky above Nantucket, Massachusetts, with a telescope, became America’s first scientist to discover a comet. Mitchell was awarded a gold medal from King Frederick VI of Denmark for discovering the comet, which would be named “Miss Mitchell’s Comet,” and in 1848, she was the first woman elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
By Linda Gasparello Verified| Delaware Valley Journal Verified On Oct. 1, 1847, at age 29, Maria Mitchell, a studious and sturdy Quaker who, as a child, began sweeping the sky above Nantucket, Mass., with a telescope, became America’s first scientist to discover a comet. Mitchell was awarded a gold medal from King Frederick VI of Denmark for discovering the comet, which would be named “Miss Mitchell’s Comet,” and in 1848, she was the first woman elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
By Linda Gasparello Verified| Daily Star (Hammond, LA) Verified On Oct. 1, 1847, at age 29, Maria Mitchell, a studious and sturdy Quaker who, as a child, began sweeping the sky above Nantucket, Massachusetts, with a telescope, became America’s first scientist to discover a comet. Mitchell was awarded a gold medal from King Frederick VI of Denmark for discovering the comet, which would be named “Miss Mitchell’s Comet,” and in 1848, she was the first woman elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
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PBS
PBS (Public Broadcasting Service) is a nonprofit organization that provides educational television programming to public TV stations across the United States. Established in 1969 and beginning operations in 1970, PBS is headquartered in Virginia and serves around 350 member stations nationwide, including U.S. territories like Guam and Puerto Rico. It is funded through federal appropriations, corporate sponsorships, and individual donations. PBS is known for its commitment to educational content and cultural programming. It offers a variety of shows, including children's programming like *Sesame Street*, cultural series such as *Masterpiece Theatre*, and public affairs programs like *PBS NewsHour*. PBS also produces acclaimed documentaries, including *NOVA* and *Frontline*. The organization provides digital content through its website and streaming services, ensuring broad access to its programming. PBS emphasizes local relevance while maintaining national standards for educational quality, making it a trusted media institution recognized with numerous awards.
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