Adopted Flag Design and Meaning in Early America
An lengthy historic reflection traces the adoption of the Stars and Stripes by Congress on June 4 1777 and the symbolism of the flag and eagle. It recounts Betsy Ross and the Philadelphia origins, the design approval, and Civil War era rhetoric about liberty unity and national creed.
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Danvers
Mass
Page
Lexington
Age
Spain
Agios Po
Wwe
Washington
Callaboone
Arch Street
Betsy Ress
Hier
Congress
Clener
Mato Farrety
Ross
United States
Dh Reschauier
Betsy Ross
Continental Army
The
Patriotic Order, Sons of America
We of the Legion pledge to defend democracy
A prayerful pledge inspired by the Legion to uphold democracy and liberty. The speaker echoes duty, upright faith, and a steadfast stand against oppression, honoring the legacy of those who fought for freedom and justice. The piece closes with a vow to keep the flag unsullied and defend democratic ideals.
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Legion
Hat Shop Quarrel Over Own Prize in Weenosha
In a Chicago Journal item a woman eying a black hat with white feathers tries to claim it, only to discover the hat belongs to another shopper who bought it in Weenosha. The exchange ends with humor as the rightful owner asserts the hat's origin.
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Ushi
Weenosha
Chicago Journal
Charming New Shade to Old Lingerie Ad Copy
Vintage ad prose promotes facial dyes and skin care products. It references Cuticura for pimples and blackheads and includes odd biblical imagery. The text blends product pitches with fragmented dialogue and humorous misstatements.
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Putnam
Allen's Foot Ease for the Feet
Allen's Foot Ease powder soothes sore feet and bunions after foot baths. Sprinkle in the bath and rub to relieve sting and aching feet, then shake into shoes for lasting comfort and easier dancing. Used by the army and navy during the war.
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Allen
Fussed Preacher Misreads Verse During Sermon
A minister struggles with a brand new collar and mispronounces verses while delivering a sermon. His wife comments on sour text for the service as the pastor haltingly references Psalm and the words of God, creating a humorous or strained moment in the pulpit.
Unclear fragment on a man who always returns with flour
Fragment mentions a man who always comes back with flour and a tour barrel. The readable text is limited and lacks verifiable details or context for a fuller summary.
Muddy Shoes At Virginia Inn Lead To Lesson For Porter
A weary traveler exhausted from a day in Virginia mud stops at a small inn. He complains to the porter in view of bystanders that his shoes were not cleaned. The porter explains there was no room inside to store them.
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Virginia
Shaw's Latest Dinner in London Cited by Boston Transcript
An American admiral attended a two dinner in London where Low praised presenting a representative of the Great American people. The admiral said, We speak the same language, but through different organs.
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London
G. Dos
Low
Boston Transcript
Bee Charmer Saves Shoppers From Swarming Bees
Constable Al La Cunha of Hayward California subdued a 4 swarm bee attack near Edward J Warrers shop and courtroom by beating a tin can to calm the insects. Shoppers praised his daring and awarded thanks for stopping the danger without a sting.
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al la Cunha
Hayward
Cal
la Cunha
Edward
Warrer
Jacob [Furder, Jr
Reformers in Atchison Work to Break Habits
An Atchison Globe item reports a young woman urging her male friend to quit drinking while he tries to persuade her to stop smoking, reflecting local social reform efforts in Atchison.
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Atchison
Atchison Globe
The Safe Drink Choice Postum Cereal Co Ad
A promotional paragraph extols Postum as a safe alternative to coffee citing coffee's nerve and digestion effects. It contrasts risky rapids stunts with coffee warnings and touts Postum as satisfying for all, backed by Battle Creek Michigan based Postum Cereal Company.
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Postum Cereal Company, Inc
Battle Creek
Michigan
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MR. Milkweed
Mebbe Trs
Laornae
Aury
Eothag
Dlutivie
Cinowill
Aterican Eogie
Dhitupini
Modis
Symel
Neoh
Sianofe
Tieturie Eaxphil
Mr. Guthrie
Seatty
Fratres
Thomas G. Devine
Kansas City Star
Porter
Shaw
California
Kansas
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