Washington Death and Legacy Mentioned in 1999 Commemoration
The article recalls George Washington dying on December 14 1799 at Mount Vernon after a daylong cold ride and illness. It notes his burial, will request for a new grave, 30 years later, and his enduring leadership and esteem among Americans. Martha Washington's marriage to Washington in 1759 and his stepchildren Jacky and Patsy are cited.
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Dinosaurs From A to Z Book Ad Lets Readers Order
The Mini Page notes a dinosaur guide covering Apatosaurus to Zephyrosaurus with illustrations and timelines. To order, send a $3.95 price plus $1 mailing fee per copy to Dinosaurs From A to Z Book, P O Box 419242, Kansas City Missouri 64141. Make checks payable to Andrews McMeel Publishing.
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Andrews McMeel Publishing
Treasures From Mount Vernon Reveals George Washington
A new exhibit invites deeper look at George Washington beyond legend. The piece notes Mount Vernon’s 1792 view, his 45 years of work there, 8 000 acres, weekly letters, and enslaved people, with his will freeing slaves after Martha Washington’s death.
George Washington Expands Mount Vernon with New Structures
Architect George Washington taught himself to design buildings and enlarged Mount Vernon through additions. He added a second floor a river porch and a roof with a cupola as part of his evolving estate.
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George Washington
Mount Vernon
Treasures From Mount Vernon Travel to Museums Nationwide
Washington objects go on loan including Washingtons false teeth and Marmha's satin gown as part of a traveling exhibit. A miniature Mount Vernon dollhouse delights kids while exhibit schedules span New York Historical Society Huntington Library Virginia Historical Society and Atlanta and Chicago venues through 2000.
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Notgnihsaw River
Mini
Mini Spy
Alpha Mouse
Mushroom
Potomac River
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White House
Martha
Mrs. Washington
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