Mount Vernon’s Historic Grounds Draw Visitors From Across the Nation
Visitors travel to Mount Vernon by electric car or boat where Washington’s tomb rests. The estate spans 237 acres, with a history tied to John and George Washington and the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association’s 1855 efforts to preserve the property.
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Mount Vernon
Washington
Potomac
Tomb of Washington
Lord Culpeper
John Washington
Lawrence Washington
Lord Vernon
George Washington
Bushrod Washington
John Augustine Washington
John A. Washington, Jr
Virginia
Ann Pamela Cunningham
Mount Vernon Visual Tour Through Washington Estate
The article describes Mount Vernon’s grounds and buildings, including the mansion, gardens, and outbuildings linked to George Washington. Highlights cover the tomb of Washington, the new tomb and old mausoleum, relics from Lafayette and Jefferson, and the site’s tranquil, memorial atmosphere.
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Bion
Atractive Green
Washington
George Washington
Lawrence Washington
Mount Vernon
Lafayette
Nelle Custis
Lord Fairfax
Jefferson
Nellie Custis
Custis
Potomac
Bushrod Washington
John Augustine Washington
Clang to His Queue Reflections on Wu Ting-tang
A New England factory owner recalls hiring a Chinese youth who spoke English, suggesting he cut off his queue for safety. After two weeks the man stayed in the laundry but soon left town amid rising unpopularity, illustrating changing times and tensions.
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Wu Ting-tang
New England
Testimonial for Dr Kilmer Swamp Root in bladder relief
A Minneapolis man recounts severe bladder inflammation and near operation before using Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root. After starting the remedy his condition improved, appetite returned, and he avoided surgery. He urges others to try it and notes a notary public certification from 1909.
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Dr. Kilmer
Samuel Wilson
Minneapolis
Minn
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Remarkable History Quoted by Woman in Washington Herald
A fragment from the Washington Herald quotes a woman describing her history as remarkable while a lawyer questions whether to tell or sell. The text presents a brief dialogue captured in the newspaper.
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Washington Herald
Flatterly and Health Advice Echo From Boston Transcript
A quirky collection of quotes and quips notes wordplay about flattery and health. It references Papa and Garfield Tea as a remedy, plus a playful line about a blonde as the family black sheep. The tone mimics a newspaper’s comic or aphorism page.
Cathartics and Cascarets in Digestive Health
Discussion contrasts laxatives that irritate bowels with Cascarets that strengthen the bowels and improve function. Emphasizes that improper purgatives worsen condition while Cascarets aim to tone and promote healthy digestion.
Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Cited by Dozens of Women
Dozens of named women from various states report relief from female ailments after using Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The notice lists many individuals and addresses who consent to share their testimonials to prove the medicine's efficacy.
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East Earl
Augustus Lyon
Bikeston
Doma Bethune
Gardiner
Williams
Wash
Ave
Obicago
Wm. Ahrens
St. Belleval
Obion
Edith Wieland
Ouros
Dexter
Reasaa
Milie
Linie Sotaoae
Lydia
Pinxham
Pinkham
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Vernon
Heighbor
State of Minnesota
Hennepin
M. M. Kerridge
Dr. Kilsser & Co
Binghamton, BN
Boston Transcript
New York
San Francisco
Cleveland
Hamburg-American Line
Broadway
Carter
Fey
Mator
Carters
Rofz
Denver
Colorado
Agturns Co
Dayton
Ohio
Einig
Victoria
Mis
Willie
Cincinnati
Mirs
W. H. Housh
Eastview Ave
Chanpping
N.H
Celia E. Stevens
Brreater
Ill
Mra
J. H. Campbell
North Second St
Brooklyn
N.Y
Evens
Halsey
Barer
W.P. Boyd
Maternity
Ables
Ronaugh
Aleshire
Phenix Nix
i-Porter
Albany Teplorvite
Joe Grantham
W. Cine Si
Sophia Hoff
Micken
Big UN
W. E. Pooler
Pladelphia
PawMre
M. Johnston
Anna Anderson
Wealeyville
Trenton
W. T. Purnell
Lincoln Avenue
Sara En Rat
Cabeianis
Itia
Ph. Schattner
Rem
Adrian
MoneMra
C. B. Mason
Oxford
Mass
Amelia Duso
Baltimore
A.A -Balenger
Nogannee
A Sedlock
Orrville
Jisa Minnis Muelliant
Reais mGhien
Wiselirs
Konicheek
Buffalo, N. Y
Clara Darbrake
Tinchester
Ind
Irs
Murrayville
Chas. Moore
Philadelphi
Pas
Bire
Chas. Boel
Ae Minn
John G. Moldan
Econd St
Orth Vidsom
Oller
Lore Arraosin
Aeons Md
Join F, Richards
Benjamin, Mo
Julia Frantz
B.F.D
W. Terre Haute
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Artic E. Hamilton
Elmo
A. O. DaVault
Lawrence Lown
Julian A. Siow
R.no
Utica
Mary Earlwine
F.D
Bedleva
Charley Chapman
Elgin
Henry Laiseberg
Adams
Peoria, Til
Glass le Gauwitz
R.R. Co
OL Aw
Winfield Dann
R. F.D
Paul
Mini Mrab
ML. Schorn
Woodbridge
Kearney
Thomas Asbury
Snore
Anna Schwartz
Grora
Schaefferstown
P. Hetrich
Cresson
P. Pawatis
Idella A. Banham
Box
Bnorrille
Iowa
Clara Franks
Oronogo
Bing McKnight
Camden
N.J
Afra
W. P. Valentine
Muddy, al
May Nolen
Brookville
Fitchville
Colahiladelphia
Frank Clark
Alleheny Ava
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