Emblems of British Isles National Symbols
The article traces England's royal badge from York and Lancaster motifs to the union under Henry VII and Elizabeth. It explains Ireland's shamrock as a Trinity emblem linked to St Patrick, Scotland's thistle born from a night battle anecdote, and Wales' leek tied to King Arthur's victory as decreed by Dewi. Published March 1 in the Brooklyn Eagle.
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Patrick McAlpine
St Paterick
Scotland
Waloe
Dewi
David
St. David's
Arthur
Brooklyn Eagle
Washingtons Dinners described by Senator Maclay diary
The diary recounts a 1789 dinner at the President's House with Washington Adams Mufflin Jay and others. The event blends formality with quiet meal and restrained conversation. The article notes the solemn tone the guests observed and details the courses and table decor.
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Washington
Senator Maclay
Pennsylvania
United States
Senate
Russett
Delaware
Adams
Gov. Mufflin
Mr. Day
Langdon
Dalton
Bassett
Niyank
Leo Luis
New England
Jay
Doyun
Bhiro
Fox
Ancient Egyptians Played Baseball First Say Critics
An article contends baseball evolved from ancient Egyptian ball games. It cites wall artworks from Beni Hasan dated around the twelfth dynasty showing players throwing and receiving balls. The piece notes leather balls, players of both sexes, and an early pitching motion resembling modern throws.
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Aqatray Tine
Rula
Anny
Beni Hassan
Orgek
J. Gardiner Wilkinson
Adelint
Egypt
Rosthan
Nile
Stone
Mixed Up Folklore Tale From A Viennese Ironmonger
A fragmentary tale recalls a minister and his wife learning from a boy about a rumor. The boy cites a child’s misheard line leading to a confession. The passage mentions Accusions Were Invented In 1829 by Mr. Damlan of Vienna and a German industry producing over 17,000 yearly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Damlan
Vienna
Bonner the Type Setter and Poet of Printing Fame
A profile of Bonner, a 70 year old retired compositor and master of arts by Princeton, famed for his skill and generosity to the institution. He recalls a bet with John Hand in 1843, farms near Tarrytown, and maintains temperate habits with a wary view on drinking, noting open air labor as healthful.
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Morse
Honner
Princeton University
Bonner
Tom
Philadelphia
Ress
Konner
New York
John Hand
Galveston Daily News
Storle
Tarrytown
East River
North River
New Yorke
Anya
Patience and dogged will define Iland’s image, says weekly
A long reflection on the traits of Congressman Iland highlights patience and cautious, steady temperament as key leadership qualities. The piece also samples medical ads and public notices from the era, mentioning remedies and publicity stunts alongside political discourse.
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Matty
Iland
Hrank Leslie
Royal Baking Powder Tops Tests for Strength and Purity
Government chemists analyzed all principal brands and placed Royal at the head for strength, purity and wholesome ness. Thousands of tests nationwide confirm its unrivaled qualities. Avoid powders with gifts or lower prices as they often contain alum, lime or sulphuric acid and render food unwholesome.
Distant Things and Stars Near the Dock
A fragmented narrative lists distant stars and distant events. It mentions places and figures like Hie Chavet and Ren Calton, with references to teachers and a university context. The piece reads as a surreal, dreamlike sketch with recurring motifs of light, distance, and search.
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Speiaga Amawerlvetiay
Rafen
Ani Lavnik
Uuttivan
Tittabune
The Survival o the Fittest in Olympus Evening
A whimsical old tale sketches Jupiter awake and clever, debating fate with spirits. The dialogue twists through myth and modern life references, ending with weather and calendar notes as if from a quirky newspaper fragment.
Hood's Sarsaparilla Restores Health in Girl's Struggle
A testimonial claims Hood's Sarsaparilla strengthened a girl after stomach issues and weakness. The account describes poor health, limited results from doctors, and eventual improvement after regular use, noting increased energy and strength for daily activities.
Not War But Glory in Football Memorial Sermon
Under a white haired preacher's rhetoric a church crowd mourned Luvox a brave young man sent forth to battle with the enemy. He returned wounded and disfigured, a sobbing congregation and a mother grieving for a son. The service shifted from war to football, the crowd echoing thoughts of honor and sport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howe
Red Angers Oxen in Curious Color Folly
A garbled quip mocks color theory and animal reactions with fragmented dialogue. The text references a red color exciting oxen and a playful exchange about handwriting and character, attributed to Louis Rentilie and others, in a dialogic, nonsensical excerpt.
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Louis Rentilie
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