Old Glory and the Stars and Stripes History Tale
A concise history of the American flag recounts the star symbolizing power and lofty aims, the red white stripe arrangement, and early flag hoisting by Continental troops at Fort Schuyler. It notes the flag's makeshift origins from a soldier’s shirt a lady’s petticoat and a blue patch from an overcoat. It mentions Captain William Driver coining the phrase Old Glory after seeing the flag raised on a ship’s mast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Continental Army
Fort Schuyler
William Driver
Eli Perkins
Alaska
Maine
Toasts and quirks mingle in a mosaic of public life
A collage of toast histories, editorials, and whimsy spans languages and eras. The piece notes British and American toasts to flags, Lincoln's emotion on the flag, Truman-era politics, a scoop on Lonergan’s confession, a Berkeley ear drum claim, Broadway satire, French street naming, Santa Rosa newspaper pair, Truman button sightings, and assorted quips on journalism and politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal- American
Crosby
Lonergan
Journal-American
Donovan Survives Raid and Faces Barlo w Conspiracy
Terry Donovan retrieves money and papers from a hidden chest after a gun battle with Hapes Grinnel and Bar low, then flees town with Sue Leonard’s safety at stake. He plans to return to Abilene to confront Bar low while eluding pursuers and aiding Willie Andrews and Hank Lynch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terry Donovan
Sue Leonard
al Grinnel
Nester
Dan Gillespie
Terry
Morgan Hapes
Barlow
Donovan
Hapes
Sue
Abe Plyly
Jackson Leonard
Leonard
Grinnel
Morgan Hopes
Warblin
Willie
Andrews
Polecat
Mud Creek
Chisholm Trail
Iron Trail
Tooker
Willie Andrews
Lynch
Hank Lynch
Hooran
Abilene
Barlow Hombre
Brother
Hank
Bar
Complete Wardrobe for Tess Pattern No 8180
Wardrobe pattern No 8180 offered in sizes 6 months 1 2 and 3 years includes dress sunsuit slip and panties with fabric amounts listed. An extra 25 cents buys Spring and Summer FASHION-52 pages featuring easy to make styles for a smart summer wardrobe with a free pattern inside. Bees as a hobby and livelihood discussed noting personal reaction to stings locality suitability and neighbor relations.
First Aid for an Ailing House Tips for Dampers and Sashes
Readers ask how to manage chimneys without dampers and whether to install a removable metal panel to cut heat loss. Advice notes a built in chimney cannot be dampered, suggests a removable panel, and recommends consulting a millwork shop or carpenter for sash dividers.
Tractor Air Cleaner Care Helps Save Repairs
Farmers who clean the air cleaner and replace the oil daily when working in dusty conditions prevent dust buildup. Regular maintenance keeps the tractor engine running smoothly and reduces repair bills.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Shanghai
Lincoln
J. Elinson Wrres
Truman
Missouri
Life
Congress
A. H. Rice
Berkeley
Calif
Doc
Jean Dalrymple
London
Jean-Paul Sartre
Savoy Hotel
Draguignan
France
Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa Press-Democrat
Santa Rosa Republican
Washington
White House
E. Hubbard
Don Bland
Victor Hugo
James Burrell
Richard Harding Davis
Bar-O
Sam
Jasper
Nesters
Tess
Sewing Circle Pattern Dept
South Wells St
Chicago
Roger C. Whitman
Tractor Care
Kellogg's
Rie
Teung
McKesson & Robbins
Reasor-Hill Corp
Jacksonville, Ark
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