Cowpens Victory Brings Morgan and Washington Triumph
Narrator recalls the Battle of Cowpens led by Dan Morgan against Tarleton near Thicketty Mountain. The attack features Marylanders Virginians Carolinians and borderers in a tactical retreat and reformation, with Washington countering Tarleton. The pursuit ends with Tarleton wounded and retreating as Morgan’s forces press toward Greene’s Cheraw Hill camp.
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Early Washington Souvenirs and 1800s City Plan
Philadelphia Record notes a Delaware resident owning a Washington souvenir handkerchief from 1800 featuring Charles L'Enfant's plan. The piece contrasts the then largely fictional city grid with forests and few buildings, highlighting American optimism in envisioning a thriving capital.
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William R. Burton
Sussex County
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Charles L’mnfant
Capitol
United States
Santa's Workshop Revealed in Arctic Santa Visit Tale
A journey north leads to a hidden Santa Claus lair amid snow and ice where a jovial helper greets visitors. Inside, Santa explains his global toy network and the year round work to please children before a festive feast ends the encounter.
Workman Survives Near Miss With Hot Drill Bit
In a New York City yard a carpenter thought a 2 inch drill bit had pierced his side. The foreman cut open the back of his clothing and found no injury as the hot bit had merely pressed through the jumper. He stood against an unfinished caisson where holes were being bored and the heat from the bit caused the illusion of injury.
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New York Post
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Christmas Dinner Menu Highlights
A festive spread features Christmas Oyster Soup, Turkey Stuffed with Chestnuts, Sweet Potatoes Baked, Rice Croquettes Cauliflower Parisian Style, Celery Cranberry Jelly, Lettuce with French Dressing, Crackers, Cheese Olives, Mince Pie, Christmas Lemon Tarts, Fruits Nuts Raisins Coffee as listed by the Chicago Tribune.
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Chicago Tribune
Cauliflower Christmas dish with tomato sauce
Boil a large cauliflower until tender then mold it in a dish. Pour a tomato sauce made from butter flour a pint of strained tomato juice half an onion and cracker dust. Bake ten minutes then serve. Puck note jokes about Mamma Santa Claus and Johnny-Huh.
Red Tulips and a Gentle Town Belle
Helen helps a poor girl Betty by giving flowers and hope improving the lives of her family. The physician Dr. Strong witnesses Helen’s transformation as she becomes a patient, generous wife to him and shares a life of quiet charity. Betty’s joy at last finds Helen’s red tulips as a lasting symbol of grace.
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Choice of Evils in Chicago News Dialogue
Jack and Gom discuss engagement to Misa Got rox. Jack considers congratulating but notes she expects him to give up drinking and smoking. Tom quips that if not marrying her he may have to give up eating.
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Chicago News
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Misa Gotrox
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Nutty banter sparks winter hat debate
In a quirky exchange, Mrs Flushly vows to save her winter hat trimmed with stuffed squirrels while a companion quips about her eccentric tendencies. The playful banter highlights a lighthearted moment over a peculiar fashion detail.
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