Washington as Ideal and Man of Flesh in Historic View
A realist historical study reassesses George Washington, presenting him not as a marble statue but a man of human faults and virtues. It notes his fiery temper, sensitivity to praise, and imperious will, yet credits his leadership, practical wisdom, and aristocratic upbringing for shaping the American Revolution’s resilience and unity.
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George Washington
Marshall
Jared Sparks
Washington King
Patie
Washington
Abraham Lincoln
Braddock
Abe
Homer
G. T. Free
Washington and a Wagging Wool Tale
The piece notes Washington was human with emotions and impulse, rebutting the idea of perfect control. An anecdote recalls a relaxed moment with Chief Justice Ellsworth at a residence, where Ellsworth’s twin toys inspired a humorous quip about "Guscror Ellsworth." The tale, handed down in the Ellsworths, claims the wool and tail anecdote have authentic lineage.
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Washington
Fulke
Washinton
Elwerttaf Correctione
Winder
Ruth
Nursery
Jastice
Guscror Ellsworth
Thara
Ellsworth
Washington's Schooldays and Young George Washington
The article recalls George Washington's early education under a local Virginia sexton and teacher named Hobby. It notes Washington's solid mathematical mind, his clear handwriting, and his poor spelling, suggesting the teacher knew little of orthography while shaping the future leader through basic instruction.
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Georges Washington
Hobby
Virginia
Washington
George
Washingtons early schooling and character revealed
The article recalls George Washington’s youth under his father’s stepfamily in Virginia. It notes a harsh but capable tutor, his focus on mathematics, and his later prowess as a surveyor. Washington, senior, died in 1748 when young George was about 11, then lived with Augustine Washington and studied under a man named Williams.
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Waseingtoy
Hobby
Washington
Pere
English Footwear Etiquette Sparks Transatlantic Debate
The piece notes English women teaching American women about proper street wear. Patent leather shoes are deemed unsuitable for street use except for walking to tea or inns. Flat shoes are for summer, high laced shoes are styled for men, while certain heel types are described as the smart option for the era.
Dreamed Prophet Washington would found a far greater republic
A long reflective piece imagines George Washington at Valley Forge dreaming a future United States vastly larger and more powerful. It envisions 70 million people, global reach, vast agriculture and minerals, extensive territorial growth, and a world stage rivaling Britain and Germany, with social progress and technological marvels shaping the nation.
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Valley Forge
Washington
Atlantic
United States
Hotman
George Washington
Vaikey Forge
Am Ifeo
Impessab
London
France
Turkey
Europa
Texas
Europe
Lone Star
St Petersburg
Paris
Tacoma
Rome
Constantinople
Europes
Persia
Taheran
Alaska
Republic
Australia
Great Britain
Germany
Les
Marsuall
Rad's a Fast Color at Lextagion Fight
A compact report notes Rad excels in speed and color tactics during the wide bout at Lextagion. The match showcases Rad’s rapid defense and swift counterattacks shaping the outcome.
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Rad
Lextagion
Washingtons Financial Struggles and Resolve After War
The article recalls George Washington facing mounting debts and sheriff’s distress as he managed Mount Vernon. Despite frugal, industrious living and long plantation toil, money was scarce, Congress granted pay that depreciated. He sought loans in 1788 while continuing public service at the constitutional convention, eventually becoming president and shaping the new nation. Washington’s bouts of despondency are noted, yet his recovery and perseverance define his enduring legacy.
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Dows
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Washington
Washegton
Om Plantation
Congress
Doctors Endorse Cycling in New York Academy Meeting
Physicians of New York joined the Poor Hundred to promote cycling. Dr. Graeme Hammond presented findings from fourte en amateur riders and fourteen professional racers, noting increased chest expansion and heart conditioning but warning against excessive endurance rides. Several doctors endorsed cautious cycling while urging heart checks for older riders and avoiding overstrain.
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New York
N.Y
Zimmerman
Hammond
Bridea
High Ground and Longevity in Humid Climates
London physicians report two pressure factors shorten life: internal venous pressure and external atmospheric pressure. High outside pressure worsens heart load, especially in humid climates. They warn elderly or impaired individuals to avoid high pressure regions and suggest that those over 50 could gain 6 to 12 years by living in a lighter dry atmosphere.
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London Bospital
London
Washington Chronology From 1733 To 1799 Military Leader
This chronology traces George Washington from birth in Weathorsland County on February 18 1733 old style February 22 1733 through his rise as Virginia military district commander in 1751 and chief in 1775 to his presidency beginning in 1789 and death on December 14 1799. It covers his warnings against France during the French and Indian War his leadership at Fort Coquesn Fort Ticonderoga and Trenton Princeton Brandywine Valley Forge Monmouth and Yorktown plus his farewell to officers and resignation to Congress and later retirement at Mount Vernon. It notes his roles in the Continental Army constitutional convention and first presidency with key dates.
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Virginia
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Lexington
Concord
Cambridge
Bunker Hill
Washington
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St. Andrew
Boston
Washingtony
New York
Long Island
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Delaware
Trenton
Princeton
Morristown
N. J
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Pulaski
Steuben
Lafayette
Howes& Brandywine Creek
Germantown
Valley Forge
Monmouth
Middlebrook
Andre
Arnold
Yorktown
Gloucester
Cornwallie
Dean
Congress
Mount Vernon
Philadelphia
United States
France
Saoste
Some Kaness Women Manage Kane Farms and Markets
Kansas women like Miss Kittie D Master of Gardner Linn County and other patrons run the Kane farms and lead in the Live Stock Exchange. Master explains farming years of work, feeding regimen with soaked wheat and malted wheat, corn priced at four to the cent and wheat at thirty three cents. Other notable patrons include Mary Norgrasen Le Cygne Linn County and Mrs John Steck Rossville Shawnee. The piece notes women manage large cattle operations and mentions the Topeka Capital and prices on handkerchiefs and stockin gs in a fragmented historical context.
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Kane Farms
Zapches
Indies
Thenmatiam
Gardner
Kansas
Kansas City
Ian County
Mary Norgrasen
le Cygne
Linn County
John Steck
Rossville
Shawnee County
Lucien Acctt
Lucien Scott
Topeka
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