Betsy Ross House 7 Where Our Flag Was Made
A Philadelphia landmark scene recounts Betsy Ross and the flag’s origin in a June 1778 meeting at 299 Arch Street with Washington Ross and Morris. The brick house details show preserved interiors and authentic colonial fixtures, including original doors windows and a blue mantel.
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John Ross
Betsy Ross
Florence
Arch Street
Philadelphia
George Washington
George Ross
Betsy
Robert Morris
General Washington
Congress
Reverence to the Flag Code Adopted by Flag Conferences
The extract outlines the national emblem salute during hoisting lowering or passing in a parade. Those in uniform render a right hand salute while nonuniform men remove headgear and hold it over the heart. Women place the right hand over the heart. Salute in motion is at the flag’s passing.
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Washington
Adams and Jefferson Die on Fourth Anniversary of Declaration
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson died on July 4 1826 the sixtieth anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. They were the only two signers to become presidents.
Cubs Hold Giants in Early Season Outlook
New York Post notes Cubs are the major threat to the Giants with Hartnett back to catch and a recharged lineup. Praise for Ripple in reserve and Hartnett’s leadership, while Giants hope for improved pitching and health.副
Silk Prints and Wide Brims Stanched for Summer Wear
Silk print dresses with matching jackets or capes, bold wide brims, and silk bengaline accents set the summer fashion at Belmont races. Monotone dresses paired with print coats, large cartwheel hats, and redingote silhouettes highlight coordinated fabrics and color schemes from Western Newspaper Union.
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Belmont Racetrack
Twin Printers
Western Newspaper Union
Bolero Trend in Children’s Fashion Pops Up
Rivalling princess styles, bolero jackets influence youth apparel this season. The surge blends peasant motifs with refined detailing, featuring white pique frocks and Dalmatian-inspired accents while designers experiment with playful trims and bright colors.
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Wee Brass Buituys
Guy
The Orator of the Revolution in American Bell Lore
Philadelphia reports on early American bells like the Liberty Bell and Old Christchurch chimes, famed for warnings and celebrations during the nation’s struggle. Patrick Henry's liberty or death speech is cited as embodying the revolutionary spirit and the idea government as a contract.
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Philadelphia
Philadelphia United Press
Continental Congress
John Marshall
United States Supreme Court
America
Old
Christchurch
Patrick Henry
Virginia
Richmond
Transcription of Declaration credited to Matlack
The article clarifies that Thomas Jefferson and John Hancock did not transcribe the Declaration of Independence. Timothy Matlack performed the actual transcription, a correction of the historical record.
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Thomas Jefferson
John Hancock
Timothy Matlack
Romantic mood as keynote of season in gowns and hats
The season highlights lovers of silk gowns with yards of swaying skirts in mousselines nets and taffetas. Styles feature hoop skirts, layered silks with contrasting colors, self fabric ruffles, and ribbon trims. Hats show large leghorns with ribbon streamers and navy jeghorns for tailored looks, all tuned to feminine romance.
New Evening Frocks Are Beau Catchers for Fair
Faded lines describe evening frocks catching the eye at a fair. Text mentions delicate garden blossoms and stylish outfits, with references to matching accessories and dainty headpieces. The garbled OCR yields few clear facts beyond fashion notes and seasonal dress items.
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Ripple
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Charley Grimm
Bowman
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Scharein
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Gabby Hartnett
Frey
Ikim
Roy Parmelee
Stu Louis
New York
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Uwai Tie
Lowny Frey
Brrooklyn Wes
Moree
Joe Martin
Jim Braddock
Grand Beach
Mich
Tom Gibbons
Georges Carpentier
Bank Luiselti
Stanford
Dizzy Dean
Paul Runyan
Hirsch Jacobs
Gee Gees
Frank Menke
Rockingham Park
Missouri Valley A. A. U. Basketball League
J. B. Mauchheim
Pompoon
Danny Clark
Dama
Santa Clara
Villanova
Damon Runyan
Ken Smith
Housatonic
Westchester
Long Island
Jack Pfeffer
New York State Athletic Commission
Boston Garden
Mark Kelly
John L. Sullivan
Joey la Guardia
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St. Louis Browns
Rogers Hornsby
Toney Betts
Lou Beck
Sam Snead
Fexan
Jimmy Demaret
George Marshall
Dallas
Texas
Dick Merrill
Indianapolis Speedway
Relph de Paluia
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Virola Bana
Jimmy Thomson
Art Smith
Lou
Cincinnati Enquirer
Phe Geet
Hotel Sud
Weveland Inteider
Bolic
Figer Shore
Cleveland
Charney Grimm
By Cherie Nicholas
Cherie Nicholas
Liberty
First
Betsy Rowl
AL Atwater Kent
Kent
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