Lewis Morris Signer of Independence From New York
The life of Lewis Morris, signer of the Declaration, born at Morrisania Manor on Harlem River. He aided the Continental Army, helped detach western Indians from Britain, and served in Congress before declining a second term to favor Gouverneur Morris. The Morris estate suffered during the Revolution, then was rebuilt afterward.
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Castle Inn
Morris
City of
New York
Lewis Morris
Philadelphia
Richard Morris
Lewis Morr
Family of
America
Harlem River
Signer
Yale College
Continental Congress
Hin
Congress
Gouver
Exposure a Factor for Window Plants
Window boxes depend on proper exposure and matching varieties. Sunny spots suit nasturtiums verbenas sweet alyssum petunias and marigolds while shade favors ferns ivy trailing euonymus and asparagus sprengeri. Half shady windows work with fuchsias gaily masses of bloom and foliage.
Unclear fragment from eastern poultry market item
Fragmentary notice discusses poultry supply and handling after slaughter. Mentions nourishment, timing in months, packing duration, and fees tied to the farmer. Context points to an eastern poultry market report with damaged or garbled text.
Love and Delirium: A Fragmentary Poem Set
Fragmented verses describe a troubled chorus of lovers and their doubts. The speaker recalls past bonds and obsessions while contemplating fate, memory, and longing amid cryptic imagery. The tone hints at inner conflict and unresolved desire within a dreamlike scene.
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The fat Cnet tee tity of the Idmeers sing Durkan Sun.
Facial Features as Character Indicators in Pseudo Science
An old text describes facial traits to judge character and intelligence. It links forehead height to intellect and classifies faces as rotund square or thin with willpower, honesty or obstinacy. It also claims eyebrow shape lips and nose reveal temperament and moral traits.
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Hiente
Chinenadter
Jong
Hite
Secret of Voodooism Study Exceeds Expectations
Researchers survey Africa on voodoo practices across cultures. Professor at Wearwatersbane asks on the continent for insight and materials. Thousands respond with material from North Rhodesia and beyond. Results expected to take years to complete and may influence future professional view.
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North
Rhodesia
Schener
Weed Worth Millions Asotin
A report notes a lucrative weed operation centering on Asotin with alleged connections to Brazil and European markets. Authorities surface evidence of sizable illicit earnings tied to local drug activity and cross border shipments.
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Brazil
Dollas Tor
Sabes
Danish university study attracts interest abroad
A Danish university draws attention from international researchers and students seeking collaboration and study opportunities. The institution expands exchange programs and hosts seminars highlighting recent scientific advances and academic partnerships.
Irregular Irrigated Crops Challenge 109 Acres Test
A fragmented report notes crop issues during a test year affecting irrigated land across several districts. It mentions diverse crop types and test season outcomes, with references to land, district actions, and uncertain productivity, hinting at ongoing evaluation and potential policy questions.
Fortified Social Event At Leeds Tourist Spot
Prominent residents of Poot and locals in Rattus City Times report a social event at a Leeds tourist site. The gathering featured discussions and plans for a community celebration with mixed attendance and general mood described as cordial.
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Loti Ughead
Leeds
Bodine
Rattus City
The Rise of Paper Napkins in Formal Entertaining
A novelist in the Christian Science Monitor argues that using paper napkins in formal entertaining reduces labor and preserves decorum. The piece compares formal duties with a servantless home, noting absorbent nonstaining paper and easy cleanup as benefits while questioning the social costs of lavish service.
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Christian Science Monitor
The Day of Young Men at the Top Noted Leaders
The article notes executives rarely under fifty head major firms. Gerard Swope is fifty three, James Abarrell sixty three, averaging younger ages among leaders. It argues the era celebrating young men is not universal and calls the period the day of young men in business.
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al Read
Ceneral Electric
Gerard Swope
James Abarrell
Steel
Gifford
Phin
Forbes
Fingerprint Setback in New York Prisons
A discussion notes that prisoners in New York with worn fingerprints could not be identified under the Berthon system. It warns that the worn ridges hinder identification, suggesting even sandpaper might help in creating ridges for recognition and urging reflection on the failure of universal fingerprinting.
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Twe
New York
Canyene
Befus
Fragmented editorial notes on mercy and photography
The article muses on philosophical musings about mercy, photography, and public duty, noting that while some truths seem important they cannot be easily converted into material gain or social advantage, as observed by Ramsas City Star.
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Ald Vestas
Ramsas City Star
Wristwatch for Women Sparks Time Wariness in English Press
A quoted English article warns that adopting wristwatches for women signals a widening of women’s time awareness. The Boston Transcript notes such a shift could be seen as a cultural wartime tempo change and invites immediate commentary.
Islands under mixed mandates shape Pacific map
The eastern half of New Guinea and nearby isles are under Australian mandate with League of Nations supervision. New Zealand governs western Samoa and Nauru. The South Sea islands include Fiji, Tonga, Phoenix, Gilbert, and Ellice groups linked to the Solomon Islands. The New Hebrides are jointly administered by French and English officials.
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New Guinea
Australia
Prith
League of Nations
New Zealand
Western Samoa
Nauru
South Sea Islands
Fiji
Phoenix
Gilbert and Ellice
Solomon Islands
New Hebrides
Dishwashing Dilemma Sparks Domestic Tale
A fragmented reminiscence centers on a miner tried cooking by recipes but found them useless since they all start with take a clean dish. A Mrs MacLeod story note adds a family moment where children argue over washing and wiping dishes to keep tidy.
Description of Plat 162 land and center line revisions East Providence Barrington
State Board of Public Roads describes land bounded by the East Providence Barrington Town Line along County Road 1926 resurvey, including center line modifications dated August 25 1926 and the paths to Sta 24x1117. The document details parcelas on the north and south sides of the County Road, distances from the center line, and the road’s rights and boundaries with the Barrington town clerk filing on March 4 1921 and May 5 1920. The plat 162 and description were recorded September 27 1926.
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Barrington
Rhode Island
State Board of Public Roads
A. D
General Assembly
Recorder of Deeds
East
Providence
Barrington County Road
Barrington Town Line
East Providence
Dand Berg
Providence-Barrington
Providence Barrington
Sail Center
Stu
Sta
Establishedebs Phat
Tre ' Pont
RFFH
Atel
Sta 2Net
Mas
Othe
Providence Barrington Counts Road
Point
Beng
Providence- Barrington
KO Ro Company
United Elecric Railways Company
Stone
Oor
United Electric Rail Ways Company
Bourne
Ina
Wo Odne
Lne
Eattla
Abram I
Atwood
Benjamin F Robinson
John W Hanley
J R Wellington
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Delirium
WM. H. Bell, Inc
Hope Street
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Poniversity
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Peter
Danish University
Boston
State OF
Primrose Hill
Cee Jeong
Meth Street Telephone Com
Charles M
Connery
Burton St
Thomas F. Bretsford & Son
Bristol
BR. L
Archie H. Rounds
Tel. Con
Union Street
Edward E. Witherell
Noyes Avenue
Tel
Freeborn
R. Cole
William A. Doran
Bay View Ave
Isaac B. Munro
Garfield Avenue
Robert J. McKay
G. W. Simmons
William Street
Edward F
Kearns
Constitution St
Peart
Providence, R. L
Ganpee
Wm. W. Franklin & Co
Wood Street
Warren and Bristol
Railroad Ave
Warren
R. I
G. M. Wilbur
Constitution ST. Bristol
Dorchester Mutual Fire Ins. Co
Rot. Watson & CO
Weybosset Street
Lanzire’s Express
Frank Lanzire
G. H. Spencer Roofing Co
F. M. Gifford
Usher Place
Bristol Neck
District Nursing Association
State Street
Martha Graham
Hope St
Thyra Carlson
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