The First Thanksgiving Quarrel and Feast in 1789
The 1789 national Thanksgiving in New York sparked fierce cabinet clashes between Hamilton and Jefferson over ceremony and religion. Washington proclaimed a national day, with a private levee and a starkly divided social scene. Hamilton led a grand banquet, a scuffle erupted over sobriety and a broken nose, and a ceremonial turkey fed the guest of honor amid postures of diplomacy and pride.
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Alexander Hamilon
Washington
Treasury
Viias Boudinot
New England
House of Representatives
Roger Sherman
Connecticut
Congress
New York
National
Federal Hall
Jefferson
United States
Hamilton
Boston
Philadelphia
Faunce
Waldorf-Astoria
New York City
Taunce’s Cavern
Lieut
St. Clair
Tisdal
Alexander Hamilton
Joias Adams
Viands
Alderman
Turkey
Secretary of the Treasury
Thanksgiving Feast With Spanish Olla Podrida And Locust Cakes
A long description of a festive Thanksgiving with a meal featuring fowl, a baked fish, and a Spanish olla podrida. Guests sample locust cakes made from ground locusts and sweetened dough. The scene shifts to dessert pies shaped as fruit baskets and treasure pies with hidden gifts, plus hostesses’ elaborate table decor and festive favors.
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Spain
John the Baptist
New England
Senorita Paciencia
Senorita Pac
Thanksgiving Dinner in the Philippines
A Thanksgiving feast at an old stone hacienda features an outdoor table under a fire tree, with chickens roaming among guests and humorous chaos. Jim the colonel’s mucha cho assists the Chinese cook, while ham and eggs open the meal, reflecting wartime Manila conditions and coconut oil cuisine.
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Jim
Muchacho
Manila
United States Army
Pacific
Why Do Little Boys Eat More At Thanksgiving
A reflective verse fragment wonders why small boys consume vast quantities of turkey and pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving, whether among strangers or family, and asks for an explanation.
Thanksgiving Poem Reflects Simple Family Thanksgiving
A short verse notes that a child’s small hands and a loving heart make Thanksgiving day meaningful. The piece emphasizes gratitude and family warmth rather than grand gestures or gifts.
Thanksgiving Sunshine Prompts Cheery Holiday Cheer
A lighthearted note extols cheerful hearts and smiling faces, praising gentle speech and friendly ways as a cloudy day becomes sunny and festive for Thanksgiving.
Taking Care of Yourself with Quaker Oats Benefits
The article extols balanced rations and Quaker Oats as a superior food for health and strength. It claims regular use improves vitality in families, schoolchildren, athletes, and laborers, noting the product’s packaging includes regular and large family sizes.
Picture on Memory's Wall
A brief exchange centers on a term report as Uncle asks Tommy about his progress and the nephew recalls in a reflective tone. The dialogue hints at memory and personal recollection without detailing specific events or outcomes.
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Tommy
Skin Troubles Cured for Two Girls by Cuticura
Two young girls troubled with severe eczema found relief after using Cuticura Remedies. One child’s head hair had fallen out leaving bare patches and arms were sore. after treatment skin became soft and smooth. Mrs. Charles Baker of Albion Maine reports in 1908. Potter Drug & Chem. Corp. Boston.
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Charles Baker
Albion
Potter Drug & Chem. Corp
Solo Props
Bostor
Noted Episode Ending With a Dismissive Reply
Capt Jerome asked Col Higginson if a derringer loaded and attempted to test it. The weapon discharged, tearing a finger from the visitor. Higginson, famed for courtesy, bowed and said Not now, my dear captain, as a woman’s tears failed to soften him.
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Jerome
Col. Higginson
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Rou
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Western Canada
Otawa
Can
J.s.crawford
9Th St
Kansas City
Mio
C.j.broughton
Quincy
Chicaza
Cascarets
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