Youthful Lincoln portrait interview with Dennis Hanks
In an overlooked 1892 interview, Dennis K. Hanks, Lincoln’s cousin, recalls Abe Lincoln as a tall, energetic youth who learned to read from Webster and Indiana statutes, loved Rabian Nights, and grew from a shy boy to a future leader. He notes their Indiana move, family life, and Lincoln’s early influences shaping his path to the White House.
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United States
Garfield Park
Chicago
Dixon
Cincinnati
Ohio
Louisville
Lincoln National Life Insurance Company
Fort Wayne
Ind
Lincoln
Paul Manship
Willam £. Gartoo
Albert 7. Beveridge
Carl Sand
Dennis K. Hanks
Dennis
Hardin County
White House
Abe
Mr. Lincoln
Nancy
Napcey Hanks
Thomas Lincoln
Indiana
Spencer County
Tinkhorn
of Lincoln
Christiano
The
Baptist Church
Lonty
Sinbad
Washington
Henry Clay
Gil
Blackbury
Tie
Ilinois
Decatur
Theo
Ms Strong
Flis
Sever
Western Newspaper
Union
Utahs Legislature Advances Broad Code Revision Efforts
Utah lawmakers scrutinize a vast proposed code covering abstracts to cemeteries and banking while debating a five million dollar bond to cover deficits. A nine member commission is to study government costs, and speed limits are set at 43 mph with caution. Senator Wallace cites relief needs and calls for meaningful cuts and new revenue to fund unemployment aid and state services.
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Slenry
Wallace
Salt Lake
Senate
Utah
Congress of the United States
Rea
Reconstruction Finance Corporation
Tno
Sfate
State Road Commission
California Fig Syrup praised by mother for child’s health
A Los Angeles mother extols California Fig Syrup for her son Leroy Young, noting quick improvement from constipation and colds. She highlights the syrup as a trusted, plant based remedy used by physicians for over 90 years and urges buyers to seek the California label for authenticity.
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Leroy Young
Georgia St
Los Angeles
Leroy
California
Street Sparrows and a Laxative Pitch Ad
An old advert uses urban slang about street sparrows and their habits. It promotes Dr. Pierce's Pellets claiming benefits for liver bowels and stomach with a single Pellet as laxative and three for cathartic use.
Community discipline rises as laws tighten
A reflection on how intelligent and well behaved residents face stricter rules as authorities tighten laws to curb foolish behavior in the community. The piece cautions that regulation should protect the common good without punishing the diligent.
Wise Old Bird Declares Need for Solitude Over Affection
An American eagle is described as preferring to be left alone rather than loved, shaping a portrait of independence and detachment as a symbolic figure. The piece frames solitude as a deliberate stance rather than loneliness.
Excellent Advice Don’t Believe All That You Hear
A compact aphorism warns against gullibility and repeating unverified claims, urging skepticism and careful verification before spreading information. The line emphasizes prudent sharing and caution in accepting secondhand reports.
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Elmo Scott Watson
nDoon
Lil
Young Statesman
Louisville, Ky
Utah Legislature
Agricultural Cooperative Associations
State Department of Agriculture
Buiding Commission
Capitol
Inox Patteygon
House
Chris Greenhagen
Tr. B. Bozone
Carbon
Congress
J. Parley White
Salt Lake City
Ady
Thea
Calda
Dean
All
W.N. UL
Salt Lace City
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