Young George Washington Emerges From Virginia Wilderness
In a 1748 account, Lord Fairfax and trusted elders consider the sixteen year old George Washington for a vital surveying mission in Virginia. He proves physically capable, wins early praise for energy and skill, and begins a lifelong path from surveyor to nation shaping military leader.
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How Washington Looked A Civil War Soldier Portrait
The text details a tall strong man roughly six feet two inches, with blue cold eyes and a notable prominent nose. It notes his youth under two instructors, his daring nature, and extraordinary physical feats such as lifting a bag with tent poles, carrying a backpack, and holding two muskets atop his head.
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Lip and leg ulceration in sheep study by state veterinarian
Dr. NM E Knowles reports a two form lip and leg ulcer outbreak in sheep and promotes nitric acid in water as the primary treatment, with soda water cleansing for venereal forms. He notes many sheepmen have used it successfully, preferring nitric acid over carbolic preparations and blue stone as a copper sulfate alternative.
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Roosevelt to take two-year Africa Europe trip as naturalist
Theodore Roosevelt aged 80 plans a two year journey abroad with his son Kermit and three American naturalists to collect mammals birds reptiles insects and plants in central Africa under the Smithsonian outfitted expedition. They will travel via New York Naples Mombasa Nairobi and Khartoum with at least six months in Uganda then return to the United States by 1910. Mrs Roosevelt may join in Europe while the naturalists return to the U S from Egypt.
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Bryan signals stance on presidential race for fourth time
Denver February 22 William J Bryan declares he is not an out and out candidate but would consider running again if the people or his party demand it. He says he would not easily refuse if pressed and cites his well known principles and ideas.
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Widow-Well and Mr Brief Debate Will Access
Fragmentary dialogue shows a widow and Mr Brief discussing a will with unclear details. The exchange hints at urgency to patent or secure data, referencing a blessing and a London Telegraph note. No clear names, dates, or events are established.
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Geronimo Laid To Rest In Apache Cemetery
Geronimo the legendary Apache chief was buried at Port Sill following his death. His widow reportedly resisted showing distress as his favorite horse was prepared to accompany him in the afterlife. He died in the old faith, honoring sun worship as his belief.
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Judge Henderson renders rulings in Magone case
Judge Wm H Hunt of the United States court yesterday issued findings of facts in the Magone case. Hugh Magone, Deer Lodge valley ranchman, sought to close smelters at Butte and Anaconda and to recover 20000 for damages to his land from tailings. Hunt absolves Anaconda Copper Mining Co from liability beyond nominal damages, assigns 1 to that company and 1726 to other defendants, effectively ending the injunction question.
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Wyoming Passes Anti Liquor Law to Shut Out Salons
Cheyenne February 22 The state legislature closed session enacted laws prohibiting sale of liquor outside incorporated cities and raising county licenses to 1000 dollars. It is estimated the measures will close about 200 saloons statewide.
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Senate Work Record Laments Low Recent Activity
Washington report notes that during the current congress not much legislative business has been completed by the Senate. The remark reflects concerns about productivity and pace of action on pending measures.
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Call for World Conference on Conservation at The Hague
Roosevelt announces an immediate call for a world conference on conservation of rate recovery to be held at The Hague in September. Forty five nations are represented and will be invited to participate.
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