Washington Birthday Remembrances Through the Years
A long, reflective piece recounts how George Washington marked February 22 from 1745 to his death, detailing early religious observances, gatherings, and acts of charity. It notes notable events such as sleigh rides at Mount Vernon, a sea voyage, and acts of kindness at Valley Forge, including comforting a sleep-deprived soldier and hospitality at a cottage. The narrative links these memories to modern observances and ongoing traditions.
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George Washington
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Mount Vernon
Lawrence Washington
Fort Duquesne
Pittsburgh
Thia
Vermont
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Martha Cuals
Pat
Ham
Martha
Eas
Bone
Valley Forge
Cen Trey
May Dare to Be Shabby and the Rich in Clothes
A Philadelphia Public Ledger piece quotes a worldly woman who argues there are two ways to impress people. She favors shabby style, noting clothes shape status. a wealthy hotel guest proves perception can trump expense, as she endures scrutiny while wearing two gowns for years and enjoys superior dining access.
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
Unappreciated Youth Poetry Prompt Sparks Uptick
A humorous exchange shows a sentimental youth refusing to compose poetry this year. He recalls spending two weeks last year writing original verses, only to be met with a coy remark about frugality and homemade artistry from a girl. The quip highlights misread efforts and romantic banter.
Sunday School Riddle Sparks Quiet Debate in Brooklyn
A fragment from Brooklyn Lite presents a playful debate about Adam's wives as a Sunday School joke. The line suggests a girl jokes about clothing one wife, reflecting light social banter rather than a full story.
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Adam
Brooklyn Lite
Spaulding Bill Seeks Big Powers For Tax Commission
A Des Moines proposal by Senator Spaulding would strip the executive council of tax duties and vest them in a new permanent Iowa Tax Commission. Three commissioners would be named for six years at $5,000 annually, with one a lawyer, one an economist, and one a statistician. The council would lose power to fix corporate and railroad assessments, while the commission could oversee, adjust, and enforce tax law compliance statewide. The measure also creates a state commercial counsel and schedules Senate confirmation.
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United States
Iowa
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Public Service Corporation
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Multiple Iowa House Bills Advance In Judiciary Committee
The judiciary committee recommended passage on five bills including measures to fund a permanent tax commission, erect and maintain bridges, and regulate fence standards along public roads. Other proposals cover road and county administration, school aid for indigent children, regulation of intoxicants, and limits on obscene materials. Several bills involve city and county governance, railroad property assessment, and charter adjustments for towns. Legislative notes mention protection of the U.S. flag and publication requirements for census data in state registers.
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Waterloo
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Potwattainio
Judiciary
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Jasper
Newell
Plymouth
Akron
Independent
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Bruce
Floyd
Stoddard
Buchanan
Mare House Bille
Sherman
Poweshiek
Executive Council
Hazen
Pottswattamle
Davey
Guthrie
Jacobs
Calhoun
Goodykoonts
Boone
Greene County
J. A
Pletcher
Iowa
Cunningham
Buena Vista
Harding
Woodbury
Wondbury
Boettger
Scott
Civil Service Commission
Brown
Wright
Griggs
Johnson
Mitchell
White
Henton
United States
Daughters of the “American Revolution
Chariton
Smith
Decatur
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Figura
Telepost Cuts Into Morse Rivalry In Chicago Telegraph Trade
Chicago reports a heated clash in telegraph business between the Telapoat automatic line and Morse rivals in Missouri, Nebraska, Indiana and Kentucky. The Telapoat claims it leads by speed and price, drawing over 800 large subscribers and many individual users, while Morse rivals predict thousands in annual losses. Telapoat advertises 40 to 100 percent cheaper service with faster transmission and lower rates than slower, older systems.
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Chicago
Missouri
Nebraska
Indiana
Kentucky
Telapoat
No Chance Page Accent Exchange Ends in Teasing Tone
A playful exchange features Jessie-Nop and a caller, as one offers help and fortune while the other dismisses both with witty banter about size and value. The back-and-forth reads like a lighthearted social moment in a column.
Careless and Cappy Fashion Note
A whimsical description blends careless and happy state with cap fashion. The narrator envisions a green satin veil with rose and silver shot gauze, a tor sailor cap worn flat, and a hairdo accented by pink and yellow topaz and gray pearls around the neck, celebrating caps.
Mattress Naming Joke From Ironworker Tale
A Youngstown Telegram quip recalls an ironworker who planned to name his son Mat after a friend. The friend jokes on meeting the father, asking about baby Mat, only to hear the twist that the name is Mattress.
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Mattress
Youngstown Telegram
Grape-Nuts Said To Restore Health In Testimonial
A Boston educator recounts nervous exhaustion ending her teaching career and credits Grape-Nuts with relieving constipation and boosting brain power and stamina. The testimonial, attributed to Postum Co., urges others to seek health through the product and mentions "The Road to Wellville" as a related read.
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