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Washington Capitol history and 1812 burning tale recounted
A Washington reminiscence highlights the Capitol’s history including British occupation in 1812 and a near assassination of President Jackson in 1835. The author recalls the Washington tomb on the Capitol grounds and pauses at Mount Vernon to reflect on prayer and national duty. Visitors to Washington include Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Middleton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Capitol
Cockburn
House of Representatives
Jackson
House
Lawrence
George Washington
Mount Vernon
Virginia
Jesus Christ
Herbert Middleton
Nell Middleton
Abilene
Frank Jones
Frank, Jr
Mineral Wells
D. A. Fudge
Patricia
David
Naval Academy
Annapolis
Errol Fry
Air Force
John
Houston
Anson
M. E. Shell and Son
Gorman
Joseph M. Perkins
Eastland
E. G. Hampton
Collde
L. E. Dudley
Eudora Hawkins
John J. Perry
Sweetwater
American Federation of Women’s Clubs