Fourth of July Salutes Through History and Practice
The piece traces Fourth of July gun salutes from colonial times to modern practice. It notes shifts from improvised methods to formal regulated volleys, details various regimental garlands like one gun per state and the twenty one gun national salute, and contrasts naval and civilian observances with safety and ceremonial concerns.
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America
New Republic
U. S. Navy
United States
Union
Uncle Sam
United States Navy
Washington
Molly Pitcher Heroine of Monmouth in Revolutionary War
The article recounts Mary Ludwig Hays known as Molly Pitcher, famed for carrying water and firing a cannon at Monmouth. It covers her birth, marriage to John Hays, service as a gunner, Washington's praise, and later life in Carlisle. It notes monuments and cultural depictions honoring her and explains the origin of her nickname.
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Molly Pitcher
Monmouth
Molly
Carlisle
Mary Ludwig
Germany
General Irvine
John Hays
Proctor
Pennsylvania
Fort Clinton
N. J
Greene
Washington
Carlisle Barracks
Peter Spahr
George Washington Parke Custis
Field of
New Jersey
King George
Politician Rejects Architect Over Exposure Joke
A legislator faced graft rumors while planning a new home. When asked about a southern exposure, he refused the idea and threatened to hire a different architect if the design required exposure.
Hoods Sarsaparilla Promises Cure All Humors
An advertisement claims Hoods Sarsaparilla eradicates scrofula and all humors, cures all their effects, and enriches the blood while strengthening vital organs. It advertises liquid form and Sarsatabs chocolate tablets for purchase today.
Magazine Poet Links Baby’s Joy to Creative Wellspring
A magazine poet calls a baby in the house a wellspring of pleasure and suggests his theory envisions triplets bringing a deluge of delight. The remark frames infancy as a fertile source for artistic inspiration and potential prolific output.
Marine Eye Remedies Ad Promises Eye Health Benefits
A vintage ad from Marine Eye Remedy Co of Chicago promotes a 48 page illustrated Eye Book free upon request. It claims Marine remedies ease sore eyes strengthen weak eyes soothe eye pain and cost 50 cents. It advises trying the product for adults and babies for conditions like scaly eyelids and granulation.
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Marine Eye Remedy Co
Chicago
King Edward VII Praises Guest After Hen Shot at Sandringham
At a late Sandringham shoot a guest dropped a hen despite the rule not to shoot hens. King Edward VII quietly indicated the bird and remarked to Gurney, praising the guest’s chivalry toward the ladies, in a moment described in Life of Edward VII.
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Sandringham
Edward
Gurney
Edward Vil
Ade Praises Actress at Chicago Luncheon
George Ade complimented a well known actress at a Chicago luncheon. She wore a harem skirt in a new flame color. He asked the color’s name and she replied Flamme de Vesuve flame of Vesuvius. Ade quipped You make a very pretty crater.
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George Ade
Chicago
Mr. Ade
WANTED TO SLEEP Curious That a Tired Preacher Should Have Such Desire
A minister recounts relief from indigestion and better sleep after using Grape-Nuts. He notes post Sabbath meals now include the cereal, calming nerves and aiding rest. The testimonial cites ongoing use and family acceptance at meals.
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Postum Co
Battle Creek
Michigan
Westville
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