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Shamokin, PA
A centuries-old town in rural Pennsylvania that exploded in population during the immigrant boom of the late 1800's/early 1900s. Main industry until the late 20th Century was coal mining. It was renamed "Coal Township" in the late 20th Century to reflect the influence of the coal industry on it's local politics. It's rumored that the name "Shamokin" is an old Native American term meaning "welcome." It's further rumored that Shamokin was built on the site of a friendly Native American village. People from Shamokin have their own lingo and are usually hardcore.
Tom: "OMG Johnny just got his legs severed in a freak mining accident!"
Johnny: "I'm from Shamokin, PA. I'll walk it off."
Johnny: "I'm from Shamokin, PA. I'll walk it off."
Shamokin, PA by Emrak December 24, 2008
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Pasha
Pasha by HotChick103 August 20, 2011
Pasha
Historically a Turkish word to refer to a King or Emperor. Used currently in reference to the Arab spring to mean "Peace & Justice," as understood in a Medicine dream of revolution with the phrase "Pasha for the People." Also an organic chocolate sold at health food stores.
"Pasha for the People"
Pasha by fuckboxword July 7, 2016
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