Siege of Yorktown Ends British Stranglehold in 1781
In 1781 Washington with Rochambeau trapped Cornwallis at Yorktown by bold feints and swift marches from New Jersey through Philadelphia to Virginia. Major Elijah Favor built covert earthworks while Governor Nelson manned defense and fired the first shot in the bombardment before surrender negotiations concluded in two hours.
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England
Sir Henry Clinton
New York
Lord Cornwallis
Virginia
Charleston
Savannah
Washington
Count Rochambeau
Clinton
Lafayette
West Indies
Cornwallis
New Jersey
Philadelphia
Yorktown
Williamsburg
Patrick Henry
House of Burgesses
Boston
de Grasse
American
Annapolis
York River
Elijah Favor
Major Favor
Favor
Nelson
Paul at Thessalonica and Berea Lesson Overview
A historical lesson on Paul’s travels through Thessalonica and Berea, detailing his method of Bible reasoning from the Scriptures, the reception and opposition he faced, and the Bereans’ noble, diligent study. It notes his departure to Athens and emphasizes reading the Bible to grow faith and patriotism.
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Paul
Thessalonica
Berea
Saloniki
Silas
Timothy
Philippi
Christ
Peter
Jesus
Damascus
Atherea
Athens
Borea
Man’s Right to Happiness Plea for Industrial Justice
The Kansas City Star argues that Jefferson’s pursuit of happiness must be practical. It praises nationwide awakening to ensure life and liberty for all, linking equality to preventing industrial accidents and supporting a concrete program of industrial justice as essential to the Declaration.
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Thomas Jefferson
Jefferson
Kansas City Star
So Paw Says Little Lemuel Suay Phrase
Fragmentary line hints at a dialogue about class and wealth in a neighborhood. The text references a wealthy neighbor hood and a family patronizing a leeman, suggesting social commentary or a humorous sketch. No clear event or identifiable names emerge.
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Paw
Lemuel
Suay
Leeman
United States Leads In Electric Steel Furnaces
The Electrical World notes American electric steel furnace development surged with 78 percent growth last year. On January 1, 1916 the U S had 73 furnaces in operation or under construction, compared with 58 in Germany and 46 in England. The piece contrasts American industry pride with self doubt among citizens. A quoted New York Times excerpt discusses American optimism and confidence.
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United States
Niagara Falls
Europe
Germany
England
Taking Her Seriously in Theater Dates and Humor
A wry quip on romantic signals notes that a suitor has taken a woman to the theater three times without attempting a good night kiss. The piece ends with a line about men’s usefulness and a jab that some fellows make first class pallbearers.
Its Meanness Split By Leap Year War Proposals
A fragment discusses gender and social pressures during leap year. One speaker notes men are sent to war in many places, leaving women unable to pursue proposals, highlighting mean behaviors among women. The remark contrasts fate and womanly conduct in wartime context.
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Alexander Hamilton
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Grace Calirc
Voratowi
International Sunday School
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Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Western Newspaper Union
God
Castoria
Chas. H. Fletcher
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SPOHN
Spohn Medical CO
Goshen, Ind
U. 8
Fi Libby
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Libby
Eill & Libby’ Sago
New York Times
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