Laughter and late-night tales Told in Capitol Lobby
Stories spill from the Arlington hotel lobby as lawmakers tell jokes about disguises and misread names. A Maryland senator faces a vague graft charge while colleagues joke about loyalty oaths and a Chicago representative jokes with a grass seed gift.
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Arlington Hotel
Maryland
Sydney Mudd
State House
Annapolis
Interior
Humorous Washington anecdotes and stray quotes arise
A jumble of old quotes recalls Judge Springer former Illinois congressman and Reed's witticism about being right. Phillips, Trimble, Dougherty, and Dougherty’s Irish tale appear with cabinet quips about money and conscience funds. The fragment ends noting price relief and hopeful profit.
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Springer
Illinois
Congress
Reed
Weaving Sale and Carpet Offer Notice
An item advertises ready made carpets for sale and weaving services at ten cents per yard. It notes Mrs Morton and Jim Coleman offering plow work at reasonable prices and mentions a residence near Mr Ed English.
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Dr. Griggaloom
Ed. English
Jim Coleman
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