Franklin portraits and wreaths mark Franklin birthday in Paris and Philadelphia
A 1783 Duplessis portrait of Benjamin Franklin in the New York Public Library honors the birthday observance with a wreath by the Benjamin Franklin post of the American Legion in Paris. The Fur Cap portrait drawn by Desrayes and printed by Le Beau reflects Franklin’s admired diplomat persona. Franklin Bache Huntington, a Franklin descendant, places a wreath on Franklin’s grave in Philadelphia on January 17 1929.
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Nantes
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Apostle
Bernard Fay
Little, Brown and Company
Franklin Bache Huntington
New York
President Coolidge
Philadelphia
Franklin the Apostle of Modern Times new biography reviewed
Bernard Farend’s Franklin biography reinterprets the American founder through new documents including 600 unpublished letters. Fay argues Franklin defined bourgeois values, influenced science and religion, and shaped modern society, with Masonry aiding his diplomacy in France and Britain.
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Memory and Family Hold Fast in Quiet Rural Scene
A reflective passage centers on Claire and Carla as memory and love weave through a rugged landscape. Paul recalls his late father and the women who shape his life, while a quiet walk through pines and rain frames a vow that the work and affections must endure. The four women remain close, private figures in his heart.
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America
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Aris
Boty
Carla
Ellen
Farly
Caria
Tarla
Padi
Tadder
Claire
Kully
Fremwent
Carla and Paul find quiet joy in Peribanka country side
On a Saturday journey toward the lake Paul and Carla share a moment of beauty and growing feeling. He reflects on nature's grace and his love for Carla, then writes a heartfelt letter to his wife revealing renewed hope and the memory of Carla’s influence.
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Merding
Gtarkang Autumhus
Carla
Wile
Fie
Curla
Lucy-Belle
Toarla
Periboaka
Maria Chapdelaine
Samuel Cuapdelaine
Perlbinka
Ehnrel
Rhem
Pan
Chapdelaines
Erbe Fiver
Fonthern
Yeribanks
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Peribenks
Aiis Plaidan
Pertlbunka
Europe
Egypt
Tin
Verfbonka Village News Highlights Local Figures
The piece introduces residents of Verfbonka including Paul Kirke and his wife Claire Warand. It notes Paul, leader of local engineering near Perlbonka, keeps away from the woods while his social ties trace to Molly Brant and Joseph Brant lineage through family connections.
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New York
Gunander
Paul
Claire Warand
Hie
Perlbonka
Pael
Europe
Carla
Indian Monkeys Assume Role of Bold Bandits
Monkeys at Matheran near Bumbas raid bill stations causing fear as they snatch food and items from women and children. Reports describe organized forays on meal safes and widespread depredations across southern India.
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Matheran
Bumbas
India
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Hanuman
Menxeya
Farwen and Fireside: A Thousand Times Aure at Tait
An artistic musing on fate and interest over destiny, reflecting a poetic line about longing and choice in a quiet rural setting. The piece contrasts desire with predetermined path, using allegorical imagery to explore personal resolve.
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