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Canton
The United States of America is a country in North America that extends from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean and shares land borders with Canada and Mexico. The United States is a federal constitutional republic, with its capital in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia.
Canton is a city in Stark County, Ohio, United States. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 80,806 inhabitants, but according to a July 1, 2004 census estimate, the population has declined to 79,905 inhabitants. Canton is the county seat of Stark County. The Canton Massillon Metropolitan Statistical Area has a total population of 406,934 as of the census of 2000. Canton is home to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the McKinley National Memorial, the William McKinley Presidential Library and Museum, and the First Ladies National Historic Site.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 53.3 square kilometers. Canton was founded in 1805. The Canton area's economy is primarily industrial, with a significant agricultural segment. The city is home to the Timken Company, a major manufacturer of tapered roller bearings and specialty steel.
In the city the population was spread out with 26.6 percent under the age of 18, 9.8 percent from 18 to 24, 29.1 percent from 25 to 44, 20.2 percent from 45 to 64, and 14.3 percent who were 65 years of age or older. For every 100 females there were 87.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.9 males.
Canton is definitely one of the popular tourist attractions in United States worth paying a visit while touring the country. This place leaves a pleasing and unforgettable memory and justifies the proud cultural tradition of United States.
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