A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

Fri, 16 May '25: Noted stratovolcano that last erupted in 1707-08
Sat, 7 Dec '24: Popular apple variety
Sat, 7 May '22: Challenging setting for the 2020 Olympics men's road cycling course
Tue, 4 May '21: Peak viewable from Tokyo on a clear day