Deseret News archives: Ellis Island closed in 1954, but its place in history lives on
On Nov. 12, 1954, a main entry point into the United States was closed as immigration station, detention center.
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New Emperor To Musical Legend — On This Day In History Nov. 12
The closing of the U.S. busiest immigrant processing station, the crowning of a new emperor in Japan and the birthday of the “Godfather of Grunge.” ...
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November 12, Ellis Island closes its doors
On Nov. 12, 1954, Ellis Island officially closed as an immigration station and detention center. More than 12 million ...
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'Round the Square: Immigration station
The Park Service described a typical day at the immigration station: “Immigrants came face to face with inspectors, interpreters, nurses, doctors, social workers, and many others. As a large federal ...
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History, November 12
Ellis Island closes its doors By The Associated Press undefined Today is Tuesday, Nov. 12, the 317th day of 2024. There are ...