Washington’s romances and wealthy marriage shaped a national founder
The article chronicles George Washington’s romantic life from early adoration of Mary Philipse to his decisive marriage to Martha Custis in Williamsburg. It notes his wealth from Custis’s estate, his influence with Virginia aristocracy, and how his letters advise choosing a stable American partner. It also highlights claims of numerous suitors and cautions against indiscriminate courting, supported by anecdotes about Betsy Law and Mrs Hartley.
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Walcome
Fairfares
Belvwle
Carrs
Eagle’s Nest
Pitahughes
Stratford House
Carters
Sabluo Hall
Leos
Eer Gerne
Harbadeen
Oant Vernon
Eee
Weems
Otherwlan
Virginia
Mary Phillipe
George Washington
Williamsburg
Martha (Dandridge) Custis
Daniel Parke Custs
Mary Pillipse
Virginia Coloniel
Philadelphia
St. Peter's Church
Gallatt
United States
Custis
Dock Castle
Jack’ Bie
Ife
Selther
Mer
Eliza Custis Bates
Jacky
Nolthar
Ufe
Eirza Ann
Betsy
Thomas Law
Lord Ellensborough
Old
Boston Commons
Hartley
Yeates
Wex
Prison Paper Sparks Indictment Of Society's Treatment Of Inmates
A fragment from Good Words Atlanta argues that prison as a social response degrades youth, turning them into numbers. It condemns indifference and calls for responsible care rather than punitive confinement. The piece critiques a system that treats inmates as depersonalized, wrecking character and future prospects. It also notes Japan and South Manchuria coal output exceeding 10 million tons annually.
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Atlanta
Manchuria
Japan
South Manchu
Immensity of Space Map Nearing Completion
A historic map of the universe outlines immense distances and 28 years of global astronomical work. Photographic plates reveal stars unseen by the eye, with some nebulae possibly colossal galaxies beyond current comprehension. The portrayal aims to inspire both experts and laypeople with the vastness of the cosmos.
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Vinn
Atara
Mars
Infinity as antidote for pettiness in civic chatter
Fragmentary reader notes mention a quip about approaching infinity as an antidote for pettiness. The text repeats the idea and includes a garbled inventory resembling a catalog of everyday items and oddities.
One Suit a Year and Costume Materials Guide
A Philadelphia Ledger article advises that a girl from modest means should budget about thirty dollars for a suit, plus funds for evening wear and accessories. It outlines annual costs for dresses, blouses, wraps, coats, stockings, and shoes, stressing careful purchase timing and watchful sales to stay neat and prepared for formal events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Lee
Philadelphia Ledger
FOR NECK AND SHOULDERS Hints on breathing for neck and shoulder care
The article promotes deep breathing to improve flesh around the neck and shoulders. It advises opening windows before bed and standing by the window, taking five long breaths, and gradually increasing only after acclimation. It cautions against overdoing it to avoid dizziness.
Removing The Faded Skin From Beauty Regimens
A beauty specialist praises a new absorption method using pure aseptic wax to remove sun damaged and aged skin. He notes many women use it at home and claims the process reveals fresher, velvety skin after several evening applications. The piece also mentions new velvet blouses in mushroom color with mink trim and Brussels detailing.
Tailleur Costume Exercise Instructions Extract
A fragment instructs a morning routine to perform ten repetitions before dressing. It describes hands on hips with shoulders back, full deep inhalation, and slow exhalation, with a variation to exhale suddenly. The text also mentions a follow up coldness or event after dressing and references a covered item.
New Blouses and Skirts Favor Fine Fabrics in Fashion
New blouses and skirts feature chiffon lace and net fabrics with crepe de chine for everyday shirts. Tailored suits pair with braiding and selftone embroidery. The cape blouse failed, giving way to a lace-superstructure look with back sagging and waist emphasis. Sleeves stay long, with increased width from elbow to wrist. raglan sleeves gain favor over set-in and kimono styles.
Blouse Description With Ermine Lines and Delicate Lace
A high blouse described with lines of ermine finishing a fine ecru tulle and Arengon lace collar. It features a magnificent chiseled gold buckle set with pale topazes at the throat.
Dictates of Fashion Cape Effects Prevail in Wrap Styles
Fashion notes describe cape effects in wrap styles with afternoon coats in rich pile fabric. Black satin linings appear in top tailoring. new laded galter top boot tops in dark gray or fawn buck skin. Evening cloaks in white velvet trimmed with ermine or dark fur are smart. Skirts rise at sides with six inches from floor fullness, halos. Silver filigree on jet and onyx seen with rhinestone pins and pearl hair ornaments now on sale.
Rhinestone patches adorn facial beauty marks
A novelty fashion trend features rhinestones attached to facial patches. The sparkling stones hide the patch, creating a playful, mysterious shimmer. Not a serious fashion, it suits costumes and festive dress only.
Millinery Trends for Spring Hats and Trimmed Dresses
The spring fashion forecast features fantasies and ribbons on hats, with tilted-back lines for afternoon wear and ruffled dress effects. Floral silk trims from England will dominate, crowns rise in height, and the floral crown returns as a simple versatile trim. Small military capes continue, aiding a smart, simple look in straw hats and striped ribbons in bold contrast.
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England
Eas
A Color Symphony in Coordinated Accessories
A writer praises coordinated dress items such as waistcoat bag shoes and gloves with careful color choices. A woman in a dark blue tailor made gown with tan trimmings is cited as an example of successful matching.
To Keep Feathers Beautiful Ostrich Feathers Care
Instructions describe cleaning ostrich feathers with ivory soap suds rinse and dry on paper in a warm even air not hot to keep feathers beautiful and upright for display or use.
Spectacle on the stump and party control dangers
A critique of presidential stump speechmaking and party politics stresses the risks of spellbinders misinforming voters, weak performance by Democrats in 1912, and the impact on credit and public faith. It notes Mexico policy mudslinging, Monroe doctrine guardianship, and calls for fiscal restraint amid war.
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Indianapolis
Mexico
Outlook Net Bright Deficit Pegs Treasury Shortfall
The article notes a roughly 60 million deficit in the current fiscal year's first half at Washington. It warns that Democratic push for higher government spending could widen the hole by next summer despite new income tax and war revenue acts. It also cites Secretary Bryan appointees in Santo Domingo facing lack of rewards and critiques Roosevelt as not dead, with St. Louis Post-Dispatch ridiculed.
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Congress
Saturday Evening Post
New York Medical Ten
Wilson
Treasury
Washington
Democratic Party
Fragmentary Reflections on Wisdom and Mountaintop Life
A brief excerpt contrasts mountain living with constant waves, urging steadiness like a promontory amid turmoil. It cites Marcus Aurelius and Martia Lothar, noting only a fragmentary glimpse into vast truth and wisdom.
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Marcus Aurelius
Martia Lothar
Cascarets For Sluggish Bowel Relief Ad
An ad claims Cascarets cleanse the stomach, remove gurch fermenting food, and clear the liver bowels overnight. It promises a headache free mind and a clean liver after a night’s sleep with a ten cent box. A joke about an after dinner speaker closes the item.
Sage Tea and Sulphur Hair Remedy Ad Promises Darker Locks
An old advertisement touts Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur as a home remedy to darken gray hair quickly, with instructions to apply on small strands for a youthful, glossy look. It also mentions a distinct “Raising Late Strawberries” anecdote about Drikker of New Jersey hosting a September dining event featuring berries.
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Wyeth
Barrie
A Puntler and the dental chair misgivings
A fragmented quote about a youth in fond clothes and hat afraid of gas in a dental chair. The piece then switches to a droll line about gas, unconsciousness, and a Philadelphia Public Ledger voice. A stray note mentions a 207 combination padlock and a crimsonbeak imagination on the front door.
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
Avia
Yeast
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