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Bowing was traced back as to beggining in Germany.
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King Edward III outlawed bowling to keep his troops focussed on archery practice.
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Candlepin bowling was invented in Worcester Massachusetts in the late 1870's.
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The first standardisation of the rules was established at Beethoven Hall in New York City. The American Bowling Congress and major national bowling compitions also began at this time.
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The first rubber ball was introduced.
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The Brunswick Corporation successfully promoted the first mineralite ball.
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The first commercial pin setting machine was installed.
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In New England today bowling is being used to help teach kids in schools.