Journal of a Florida river journey and lake region wonders
The writer recounts a river voyage through a narrow stream called The Gates, noting swampy overhead cypress and Spanish moss, then travels to Eastlake and Tustis visiting orange groves, lakes, and pineapple plants. They describe orange trees with fruit, blooms, and wine-dark pines, plus a pine park with Spanish moss, squirrels, pinks, and blue herons, promising more on a southern baptism in Co. G &.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silver Spring
Pereheil
Rouret
Tustls
Florida
Alde
Buystis Park
Co. G
Breeches on Nooks Seen at Roberdean Home in Alexandria
An ancient gentleman recalls Alexandria during Washington era breeches hung on nooks as wearers climbed three stairs and lowered into them from above. The breeches halves are visible in the Roberdean home in Alexandria.
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Alexandria
Washington
Roberdean
Fragmented historical notes on early fashion and science
An elderly memory recalls 182s era boats for women with side lacing, fringed saitors and boots, while a Chinese army platform introduces insignia. Separate items mention permanganate of potash as a venom antidote, and gold coins lasting longer than copper ones.
Leasing Public Lands in Congress Sparks Grazing Debate
Bills aim to lease public grazing lands at one to five cents per acre to aid stockmen while preserving rights of settlers. Critics warn leasing may lock up fertile areas, hinder homesteads, and favor large outfits over small cattlemen. The issue hinges on balancing grazing capacity with settler protection amid varied western climates and evolving farming methods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catire
Warriot-Tent
Lacey
Congress
Facey
Public Lands
Doctor Dick Terhune Dies After Long Battle With Cancer
Passaic physician Dr Richard A Terhune known as Doctor Dick died at his home from intestinal cancer after stopping food for over a month. He maintained a theory that death from starvation is caused by terror and constant water intake. he spoke of a young patient who ate little yet recovered during forty eight days without solid sustenance.
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Richard A. Terhune
Physicians of
Passaic
N. J
Doctor Dick
Tan
Perry Ay Terhane
M Amile
Sue
The Strange Story Inspires Sturtevant’s Transformation
In a cafe encounter Sturtevant reveals he found his mascot and a new career through a mysterious story he read convincing him fortune awaits. The tale inspires others, including a former college friend, to claim improved prospects after hearing of its power.
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Sturtevant
Sturteract
Thut
Withal
Sapers
Fraumas
Avery
Bello
Miss Florence H. King Realizes Patent Law Dreams
Florence H. King of Chicago becomes one of the few women patent attorneys registered in the Washington Patent Office after a early life as a domestic and school teacher. A 1895 Illinois bar admission followed by a shift from court stenography to patent practice marks her career as a pioneer in the field.
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Florence H. King
Chicago
Washington
Miss King
Misa King
Ocean
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Matteesses OF
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St, Augustine
Sini
Chester
Wien
Anastasia Island
Old Fort Marion
Abovt
Hin
Cuba
Cosgrove
Phillips
Sturtavant
Danforth
Hote
NP. G Go
Stain the Angels
N. P.C.C
K.P. G
Bepia Toner
GC. O
National Photographic Chemical Company
11Th Street
Po. Ave
Washington, D.C
Stevens
Thea
Eam
Frifoes
San
Molnar
Bingo Narrad
Lake Seeiere
KG Olittwe
Sulvande Pond
Toy
Wairne Er
Poinforoud
Baerels
Baerels Iedd Wade
Winchester
Ming Dutall Portact
Evar Glyon
Knan
Pittsburg National Abope
Bolt
Supply CO
Washington Street
Dept
Boston
Mase
Etiads
Amtiateckarp
Ste Loula
Beau Praca
Waltham Watehar
Setinely
Abdiefauhory
Owtal
Stamonwuly Payne
Mer
TIS
Tee Bros & CO
Chigago
Illinois
U.S. A
Nottingham
Portor
Columbia Novelty Co
Saratoga
Mass
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