Monarchies in the Americas The royalists went to the polls divided, with the press indicating there were actually two princes aspiring to the Brazilian throne (Dom Luiz de Orleans e Bragança and Dom João Henrique); this created some confusion among the voters. The entire island of Hispaniola was first claimed on 5 December 1492, by Christopher Columbus, for Queen Isabella, and the first Viceroy of the Americas was established along with a number of colonies throughout the Island. With the later discovery of Mexico and Peru many of the early settlers left for the main land, but some twelve cities and a hundred thousand
Catholic Daughters of the Americas various educational and charitable causes. They have historically been interested in helping physically and mentally handicapped children, unwed mothers, the disenfranchised and the needy. They have also been known for their opposition to abortion and pornography. They are involved in, and contribute financially to, such projects as Habitat for Humanity, the Labouré Society, Holy Cross Family Ministries– and the children's charity Smile Train as well as raise funds to support elderly religious through SOAR! Catholic Daughters of the Americas Catholic Daughters of the Americas was founded in 1903, is one of the largest women's organizations in the Americas. Founded in