Alexandria and Washingtons legacy in 18th century线
A Washington Geographic Society bulletin extols Alexandria Virginia as a growing early capital linked to George Washington. It notes naval work and shipbuilding, Gunston Hall, canal projects, and the Lee highway, calling Alexandria “The Gateway to the South” and highlighting Carlyle House with its secret escape passage built 1752. Washington and Martha reputedly rode to services in a cream coach.
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America
George Washington
Potomac
Christchurch
United States
Washington, D. C
National Geographic Society
Alexandria
Virginia
Gunston Hall
George Mason
Cumberland
Alexandria Canal
New York
San Francisco
Valley
Capitol
White House
Monument
Washington
Great Britain
Robert E. Lee
Martha
Mt. Vernon
Carlyle House
Old Colony
John Carlyle
Indian Creation Myth of Menaboshu and the Great Lakes
The Chippewa legend credits Menaboshu with shaping the earth water and life. After shaping a large world he made bears and other creatures. A bear's footprint carved land and lakes forming Superior Michigan Huron Ontario Erie and the Niagara Falls.
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Menaboshu
Great Lakes
North America
Superior
Michigan
Huron
Ontario
Erie
Eric
Niagara
Roads Tell Tales From Roman Paths To Modern Miles
The article recalls Watling Street and the Appian Way as examples of ancient roads built to last yet altered by modern motor traffic. It notes Romans laid solid foundations, while rubber tires and cars necessitated rebuilding, altering historic routes and surfaces.
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Durham
London
Watling Street
Cheviot Hills
Rome
Wall Street Journal
Music Boosts Factory Output by Rhythm and Tempo
Some English firms test gramophones and piano players for workers. Singers quickly catch rhythm, bodies sway, and output rises. Waltzes yield positive results while jazz shows negative effects.
The Silent Weapon in Social Conflicts
A reflective meditation on silence as a strategic move in negotiations and relationships. It argues that silence can nullify opponents plans, force surrender, and prevent escalation, while noting the pain of being ignored by rivals or loved ones. The piece frames silence as a powerful, sometimes painful, tactic highlighted by New York Mail.
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New York Mail
Tears as a weekly tear bath for brighter eyes
An oculist argues crying improves eye brightness when not excessive. Tears act as a special bath for the eyes, richer than ordinary water, aiding softness and limpidity. The piece notes women may have more frequent tears contributing to clearer eyes.
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Heshoon
Unusual Undertaker Proposal to Aid Body Transport
A New York undertaker receives a unique bid offering to accompany a deceased’s body to any Western or Southwestern point within five weeks. The proposer agrees to travel at his own expense in exchange for covering transportation costs as required by railroad policy.
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New York
Santa Fe
N.M
Mortgage Foreclosure Suit and Bank Notice in Montana Court
The Montana district court case against Joseph M Robeck and others seeks foreclosure on a mortgage securing notes and taxes plus attorney fees. Also noted is a separate mortgage action against Jesse R Villars and Christine A Villars. A sugar beet web worm infestation near Barber prompts county agricultural advice.
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Nineteenth Judicial District
State of Montana
County of
Teton
Wells-Dickey Company
Joseph M. Robeck
August Robeck
Annie Robeck
Gilman State Bank
Power-Morgan Company
Blanche M. Jacobson
J. W. Church
Fletcher Maddox
Great Falls
Montana
Mortgage Suit Seeks Foreclosure On Villars Property
State of Montana sues Jesse R Villars and Christine A Villars and other defendants over a real estate mortgage dated January 28 1918. The action seeks foreclosure on property in Teton County Montana as recorded in Book 30. The defendants are summoned to respond and appear.
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Nineteenth Judicial District
State of Montana
County of
Teton
Anstel Mortgage Company
Jesse R. Villars
Christine A. Villars
E. A. Durham
J. O. Vilars
Chris F. Larsen
Montana
Teton County
Catarrh Cure Promoted by Hall's Medicine
Hall's Catarrh Medicine claims to cure catarrh by constitutional treatment. The remedy is taken internally and works through the blood to mucous surfaces, strengthening overall health and aiding nature. Available at all druggists with free circulars from Fr. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, Ohio.
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Hall
Nature
Fr. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Townley Ties Probed at Sisal Trust Trial
Testimony at Brinton's perjury trial in Bismarck links A. C. Townley to the United States Sisal Trust, claiming Townley behind land purchases in Florida and binder twine plans. Brinton alleges Nonpartisan League funds were used, with management taken over by Brinton and Waters for Townley.
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Bismarck
N. D
A. C. Townley
Nonpartisan League
United States
Sisal Trust
North Dakota
Bank of Fargo
J. W. Brinton
Brinton
Florida
Worm Army Climbs Over a House in Harlowtown
July 1 report notes grasshopper pest in Golden Valley threats. county officials warn farmers about crop damage as a worm army event disrupts a house and forces an auto to use chains in Harlowtown.
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H. E. Strong
Barber
A. D. Anderson
Harlowtown
Auto
Golden Valley
Senator Smith Calls for Fed Reserve Rate Probe
Senator Smith of South Carolina said the treasury informed him the Federal Reserve system holds a surplus near one billion dollars. He urged a senate investigation of rediscount rates as banks call in loans hurting farmers and business amid distress. House committee chair Fordney signaled the permanent tariff bill benefits for labor and industry. The bill also imposes a 350 per head duty on black and silver foxes to foster domestic growth.
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Washington
Treasury
Federal Reserve System
Smith
South Carolina
Senate
Federal Reserve Board
Federal Reserve
Agricultu
Fordney
House
Ways and Means
House Ways and Means
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