Saved by an Old Cannon The Defence of St Michael's 1814
The article recalls the defense of St Michael's against a British squadron in 1814. Royal Oak villagers halted landing with an improvised fifty pounder cannon, repelling the attack as Admiral Cockburn and forces retreated. A cannonball relic, found under an oak, becomes a community emblem, while a satirical portrait of General Benjamin Butler adorns the piece.
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Istory
Peter
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Annapolis
Bensons
St. Michael’s
Robert Banning
Royal Oak
I. G. Banning
Railroadin' the diner room pride and power
A hotel dining room tale describes a head waiter’s harsh view of customers and a social fraternal protest. He recounts manipulating diners, with seven favored patrons receiving hot meals while three adversaries faced cold fare, ending in a earned vote of thanks from the brotherhood.
Home as the true kingdom of woman in Brooklyn Magazine
Mrs Beecher urges women to place home making above all duties noting that the lack of true homes fuels societal strife. She says a home should be fed with love truth and inspiration so it can nurture the true woman and man and sustain governments religions and rights.
Ocean Bathing Habits Across Regions Oddly Described
A colorful survey of seaside bathing fashions from Baltimore to Boston, noting regional quirks among girls and women. Descriptions cover New York, New Jersey, Virginia, Philadelphia, Spring Lake, Old Point, Cape May, Long Branch, Narragansett, and beachgoers, with scenes of lifeguards, life boats, and after-hours swimming rituals.
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Barefoot Thursday lore in Sussex coast towns
In Sussex county Delaware the second Thursday in August, known as Barefoot Thursday or Little Thursday, sees farmers and families picnic at the seaside. The day’s tradition forbids wearing shoes on the beach, with locals chasing the shod before rolling them in sand, a playful skylarking ritual aided by a few peach and apple treats from local distilleries.
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Banter and gibes at a busy street scene
A string of humorous exchanges unfolds with a mix of street talk and marital pride. A deaf blind remark spurs a dig at a church visitor and a gambler jokes about a waiter misidentification. A widow jokes about a gravestone and a dime museum freak offers self awareness in exchange for a photo.
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