Early Patriots: eight foreign-born signers of the Federal Constitution
The eight men of foreign birth who signed the Federal Constitution include Elbridge Gerry born in England Francis Lewis Wates Robert Morris England James Smith Ireland Matthew Thornton Ireland George Taylor Ireland James Wilson Scotland John Witherspoon Scotland.
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Elbridge Gerry
England
Francis Lewis
Wates
Robert Morris
James Smith
Ireland
Matthew Thornton
George Taylor
James Wilson
Scotland
John Witherspoon
Metal Weights Vary by Metal and State Law
The article explains that iron is weighed by avoirdupois at 2,240 pounds per ton or 2,000 pounds per ton depending on state law, while gold is weighed by troy ounces and can amount to thousands of ounces.
Linoleum Care Tip to Protect Kitchen Floor
Save the linoleum by placing four glass or porcelain casters under kitchen table legs to prevent indentations and marks from table movement.
Misquoted remark from a statesman draws attention
A San Francisco Chronicle line notes that a statesman often withdraws remarks after being described as misquoted. The quip highlights the difference between what he says and what is attributed to him.
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San Francisco Chronicle
Annual Donation Day At Home For Aged Women
Numerous attendees visited the Home for Aged Women at 55 Franklin Street on Wednesday for the annual donation day. The charity received gifts of vegetables fruits sugar cereals and other food items for seven beneficiaries including Rebecca Bowler the 91 year old oldest resident. Mrs Charles Tirrell has served as matron since February 1 1912.
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Home For
Franklin Street
Rebecca Bowler
Charles Tirrell
Gas extinguishers used to fight ship and switchboard fires
Fire departments deploy carbond oxide gas extinguishers in ships and switchboard rooms to combat fires and reduce water damage. The method uses soda fountain carbonate gas to suppress flames on oil tankers and other vessels.
Bristol Probate Court final account in Daniel Cook estate
Susan M Sheple, administratrix, presents first and final account of Daniel Cook late of Bristol deceased for allowance. Court orders notice published for fourteen days weekly, Bristol Phoenix, with hearing set for October 5, 1925 at 10:30 AM in Probate Court Room, Bristol. Clerk John W Church.
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Robate Court
Bristol
Daniel Cook
Susan M Sheple
Kristol
P Pnix
John W Church
Born Cheshire Birth Announcement
In Cheshire on September 13 a son William Jr was born to Mr and Mrs William Cheshire in a brief town notice.
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Cheshire
William, Jr
William Cheshire
Magician Hertz Escapes Royal Dyak Wedding Hoax
The story recounts Carl Hertz’s perilous Borneo engagement with a Dyak rajah’s daughter who demands marriage. To avoid polygamy he fakes a Phoenix illusion and vanishes from a trapdoor, supposedly cremated, while secretly escaping in a hidden prop basket.
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Magletanto
Eeu Cal
Carl Herts
Borneo
Mr. Herfe
Hertz
Durant
Remembering Wash of Bristol A Person of Quiet Charm
A tribute to Wash, a Bristol resident, noted for his quiet charm and keen observation. Friends recall his lively conversations and a moment when he praised a wildflower by examining its work, illustrating his thoughtful, unassuming nature.
Study of Top Men and Humble Wisdom in Efficiency
The author cites Emerson on competent counsel and teachability. Seek advice from experts with more knowledge, assess your rank in your field, and study those above you. Humility grows with wisdom, and true greatness respects those greater than oneself.
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Emerson
Herbert N Casson
Forbes Maguazine
In Memoriam and Death Notice for Katherine Flynn
In loving remembrance of Katherine Flynn who passed away Sept 20 1923 Peaceful be thy silent slumber Thou no more will join our number Yet again we hope to meet thee When the day of life failed Husband and children herald the memorial entry in this town notice.
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Katherine Flynn
In Loving Memory of Emma J DeWolff
In loving memory of Emma J DeWolff who passed September 17 1924 not gone from memory but gone to our fathers home above Rest in the Saviour sweetly rest loved ones cherish her memory Florence DeWolf signs as her daughter
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Doar
Emma J DeWolff
Awas
Florence Dewolf
Java's Potential Wealth Boffualo Hidden Items
A fragmented note highlights potential wealth in Java with references to hides and sheep skins as important items. It mentions Ino Javas feather in ustry but lacks clarity on people or events.
Shoes of Olden Time On Display At Boston Church
An exhibit at the old South Church in Boston features a pair of governor Phillips shoes from early American history. The boots are wool lined, dark brown yarn covered, in stockinette stitch, with leather soles, likely handmade by wives to keep their governors warm during severe winters.
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Old South Church
Boston
Phillips
Fat brides and body fat in ancient Europe and Africa
A Family Herald piece notes that some pastoral tribes fatten young girls for marriage and compares it to European late paleolithic figures of fat women. It suggests ancient peoples valued body mass in brides and draws a link to modern tribes in Central Africa.
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Africa
Europe
Central
Arctic Robinson Crusoe in Yakutsk Province
A Russian exile in Yakutsk province survives five years in a remote Arctic settlement of six houses with 22 people. 300 miles from the nearest village and 4,000 miles from the railway, with no postal service and communication only through Yakutsk. Answers from officials arrive by special messenger after a year and a half at earliest.
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Russkoe Ustyev
Yakutsk
Siberia
Ioneliest
Robinson Cruso
Artist Seeks Candid Opinion From Vintage Critic
A veteran critic bluntly tells the artist that the latest painting is worthless yet agrees to share his full verdict. The humorous exchange highlights the stubborn clash between creator and critic and ends with an ironic appetite for harsh honesty.
SomerTET cigh ta and meeting old friend day
The fragment notes a day of reunion and pleasure, mentioning enjoying meeting an old friend more than others. It references a communal event with phrases about outfits and shared memories, but the text is garbled and lacks clear names or places.
Notice to Contractors for Bristol Town Homes Refurbish
Sealed bids are invited by the Town Treasurer of Bristol Rhode Island for re-walling clapboards and painting two coats on three Town owned houses at 18 Byfield Street and at the S W corner of Bay View avenue and Metacom Avenue. Bids due by October 1 1925. Envelopes marked Bids for re nails and painting Davis Wilson houses. Amos 8 Gorham agent.
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Bristol
R. I
Byfield Street
S. W
Bay View Avenue
Metacom Avenue
Davis Wilson
Amos
Gorham
David Wilson
United States
Amos S. Gorham
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Patriots
Wes
the Tanyard
Wash
Mickie
Callan
Sarah Callan
Thomas Callan
Memoriam
Java
Pepperell Sheeting
Gingham
Stayttie
Ika
Children’s Union
Army Sfhite
Army
Hamilton Mills
Hope Street
Nursing Association
State Street
Kathleen Marksby
Hope St
Martha Graham
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Burnside Memorial Building
Edward F. Kearns
Constitution Street
Pearl Street
Providence
E. E. Couillard
D. C. Bristol
C.J. S
C. J. S. Shoe Hospital
High St
Sartini’s Shoe Store
Cor. State & Wood Sts
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