Ohio and Northwest Territory History and Origins
A concise history of Northwest Territory claims by Spain France and England. It covers De Soto La Salle exploration Cabot discovery and the Ohio settlement pattern leading to statehood in 1808. Notes Ohio’s size population electoral votes and Hard ing. Origin of the name Ohio and Buckeye nickname.
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Ohio
Spain
France
England
Syjmiu
de Soto
Mississippi River
la Salle
Cunnach
Enghaui
North America
Cabots
Virginia
Fortie Gio
Northwest Territory
United States
Ir- Ginla
Lind Inkl
Harding Auakes
Five Nations
Allegheny River
Mississippi
Pittsburg
Cairo
Buckeye State
McClure
Synificate
Salvation Army Christmas Baskets Reach Thousands in Nation
The Salvation Army distributes food and toys to needy families each Christmas. Last year 201,750 families nationwide received baskets and 71,321 children received toys. in Maryland 2,475 baskets were handed out with 2,300 children gifted toys. Baskets include a meal for five to six plus a baking chicken and pantry staples.
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Salvation Army
Santa Claus
United States
Maryland
St Elmo's Fire and Sailors Signs at Sea
The article discusses St Elmo's Fire as a storm sign seen on masts and spires, often accompanied by hissing sounds and figures it likens to electricity. It ties the phenomenon to classical myth with Castor and Pollux and notes sailors view it as reassurance during tempests.
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St. Elmo
St Elme’s Tre
Castor
Pollux
Khu
St. Peter Gonzales
Mediterranean
That Requires Patients
A Boston Transcript opinion notes that earning the right to prefix Dr is only half the struggle the other half is to grant the title to others after their names. It argues professional respect depends on widespread usage and recognition within medicine.
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Boston Transcript
Great Waste Due To Rust In Metal Objects
A historical note cites London Answers claiming rust wastes £52,000,000 yearly. It explains oxygen reacts with metal surfaces to form oxide, with some metals like alumina resisting corrosion. It predicts common steel corrodes, and offers varnish and turpentine as preventive measures along with baking in a low oven for protection.
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London
Musical thief plies arts then steals valuables in London
Detectives hunt an accomplished thief who uses charm and musical talent to lull victims. Operating in St John’s Wood for over a month, he struck two quick larcenies near each other. A lodger stole four diamond rings worth 2000 dollars from a Primrose Hill home, and a King Henrys Road victim lost 1000 dollars in jewelry after a hurried check in paying for board. A gold watch valued at 500 was also taken.
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St. John's Wood
London
Efe
St. George’s Terrace
Primrose II
Dluncer
King Elenry'’s Road
Izmd
London Mall
Postage Stamps Draw Customers to New England Store
A druggist in a small New England town boosts stamp sales by offering 2 cent stamps at cost, using welcoming signs and a cordial approach to lure new customers. He notes a new shopper is worth many dollars annually, regardless of the initial draw.
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New England
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No Use For Ailing Wife In Persian Society
The New York Medical Journal reports a medical missionary detailing severe domestic abuse and oppression of Persian women. Husbands threaten violence or divorce to prevent recovery, prompting women to seek medical aid covertly while lacking support at home.
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New York Medical Journal
Amy House
Perfect Score on Saving Advertisement Says 100 Percent
An advertisement claims customers can save 100 percent on pressing bills. It touts reduced costs and ends with a boast about no further pressing charges. The gleaming offer frames savings as total, urging readers to rely on the deal.
Golf Enthusiast Prefers 200 Yard Drive Over Office Work
A golf enthusiast values the sport more than staying in the office after noon. The piece contrasts a drive of 200 yards on a fairway with work in an office setting, highlighting the pastime as a preferred activity.
Grapefruit Scented Product Noted In Bur Bank Message
A southern Bur bank record references a grapefruit scented product described as a good atomizer. The note, attributed to DBostou Transcelpt, cites the Squirt Treadline-Scented New Plorida line and implies favorable attention to the grapefruit item.
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Burbank
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