Lawrence and Gertrude Renew Old Ties in Winter Drift
Lawrence Grocer and Gertrude Bennett reconnect during a fierce winter journey to Widow Bennett's home. Gertrude's vivacity and memory spark renewed interest as Lawrence weighs potential rivals and his own fate in her eyes. The tale blends nostalgia, civic life, and hinted romance as the two navigate past and future.
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Isa
Lawrence
Jacob
Widow Beatts
Bennett
Gertude
Bennett Farm
Uncle Law
Gertrudé
Lawrence Groct
Law
Gertrude
Nfe
Hils
Shin
Derteude
Tage Hs
Peta
Bis
Rer
Gabe Rigdon
Gertride
Cat Lawrence
Hettas
Rey Tineai
Andy Gertrude
Abd Undar
Turkeys and gloomy weather inspire a quirky bird poem
Fragmentary lines describe a noble bird and turkey imagery amid murky skies. The piece mentions birdheaded figures, weather, and longing for warmer times, with playful but unclear references to zoos and beanies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turkey
President Buchanan's Day of Fasting Proclamation
Read as a 1861 proclamation by James Buchanan urging a national day of fasting and prayer on January 4. The text appeals for divine aid to avert civil war, restore unity, and aid laboring citizens facing unemployment and fear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
President Buchanan
Frst
James Buchanan
Dee
Ady
Abe
Criméa
Rayeng
Notable Precedents Reference Tudor Thanksgiving
The text notes two precedents guiding governance for a day of thanksgiving. One followed Queen Elizabeth I after the defeat of the Spanish Armada, and the other reflects the era's belief regarding King James I’s policies amid plots. It cites royal actions as models for national gratitude.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bess
Jates
England
Thanksgiving Proclamation and Cranberry Poem Reflections
A fragmented prose and verse collection discusses an 1898 Thanksgiving proclamation by McKinley and ponderings on gratitude. It weaves references to the Spanish American War, divine worship, and praise of cranberries as a festive emblem, with lines evoking national pride and seasonal feasts.
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Gem of Ny
Ft. Perkins
Tawretce
Om? Cial
McKinles
United States
Bay of Manila
Santiigo Dé Cuba
Opon West Asseth
Rooms for rent and various notices in town
Public rental ads include a store room at No 5 West Second Street and a residence on East Patrick Street with immediate possession. Also a house on East Fourth Street with six rooms and bath for $31 per month. Multiple professional cards and notices for optical and medical services appear, plus employment ads for railway mail service and automobile trade schools.
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Second St
Wii
Miller
Patrick Street
Possweselen Eigen
Daniel
Buckey
East Fourth Street
Bath Tarret
Boneenien
Rember
Applee
A. Reansbur Wits
North Market Street
Cramer & Stauffer
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Sdwaar
James
Edgerton
Toni Urna
Lika
Mansighda
Almont
Ata
Lacweste
Oyepepeia
Nate
Berns
Erick
Risa
H. BE. Peterman
Franklin Bt
Baltimore
Tn Frederick
City
Long
North Market
Stueen
Frederick, MD
O .L. Kefauver
Wraderick
Sachaniteura
Tepale
Rochester
N.Y
Berks
Franklin Institute
Rochéster
UN Sprautinobe & Ohio Railroad
Enon
Puilabet
Malta
Oona
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