Demanding Proof for Betsy Ross Legend
A Philadelphia Lodger argues that the Betsy Ross cherry tree tale should rest on contemporary records or solid historical evidence rather than family tradition. He suggests a monument would require stronger proof than Parson Weems narrative and cautions against overstating authority of anecdotal lore.
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Betsy Ross
Ike
Minglon
Noyo
Washington
Parson Weems
Phiadelphia
Public Office Candidates Listed by New Hampshire Towns
A fragmented OCR lists candidates for county and state offices across multiple towns including Portsmouth Exeter Derry Newmarket Hampton Falls and Ward designations. Names shown include Charles H Batchelder William H Hodgdon George A Carlisle John P Hardy John K dates John W A Greene George F Richards Thomas Entwistle Albert E Stevens John N Sanborn John August Hell Joseph N Janes Charles W Humphiney Herman A Clark with wards noted but many details truncated.
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Ceylon
Spinney
Charles H. Batchelder
Portamout
William H. Hodgdon
Portamouth
George A. Carlisle
Exeter
John P. Hardy
Derry
Jobn K
Partemouth
John W. A. Greene
Exetor
Phouate
George F. Richarda
Thomas Entwistle
Morlamouth
Albert E. Stevens
Newmarket
John N. Sanborn
Hampton Falls
John August Hell
Joseph N. Janes
Charles W. Humpiieye
Herman A. Clark
Ward
New Hampshire Water Power Debate Across State Lines
The article discusses New Hampshire seeking to protect water power resources and contentious cross state use. It notes Maine and Vermont exercise and energy charter disputes over hydroelectric development and interstate water power rights along the Beebe Croix area and Be. Croix river corridors.
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Maine
Spravacs
Be. Croix
Sawa Wong
Verirent Wes Finish State Sami Wisi Intact
A fragment notes that Verirent Wes completed the state Sami Wisi task within a 160 unit framework. The readable text is sparse and lacks clear dates places or participants. Further details are not available in the surviving excerpt.
Independence party rally and the new East River bridge
A garbled report describes campaign events for the presidential election, noting party rallies and speakers in various counties. It mentions the planned fourth party march and a forthcoming bridge project across the East River, described as the ford bridge with a steep incline and the longest railway span in the region.
Miserable by Kidney and Bladder Trouble Epidemic
A fragment suggests widespread misery from kidney and bladder issues affecting both women and men. Mentions doubtful cures and a sensational pitch offering free samples and remedies, with dubious claims of swift recovery and overblown testimonials.
Experimental Station Notes on Soil Fertility Experiments
An excerpt from a New Hampshire Agricultural report details early 20th century soil fertility trials at an experimental station. It discusses planned fertilization regimes, soil composition, crop yields, and the cost of materials, with emphasis on education of farmers and field measurements for productivity. The text references specific fertilizers, quantities, and methods, highlighting practical farm testing and economic considerations.
Cruiser damage and boiler issues threaten new ship tests
Report describes trouble with boilers on a Bremen cruiser and new units possibly to be installed. States a test participation is unlikely and raises questions of responsibility for damage to the vessel as work continues amid warnings and repairs.
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Birminham
Hanypow
Exhibition Reveals Largest Diamond Ever Displayed
A former Tom Thumb property hosts a new exhibit featuring a monumental diamond described as the largest piece seen. The stone, valued around $1200, was reportedly once owned by Gat Pan Thi and is now showcased in Welsh O jewelry at a prominent store, drawing attention from estate veterans and local collectors.
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Ely
Qh Munenn
Arentaely
Betas Pecteer
Entiinz
Coir
Gat Pan Thi
Dain
Ids Ute
Diamonds
Henny Soll
Derivation of Sheeny as a Jewish slur term origin
The text discusses the origin of the word Sheeny and various attributions among Jews. It notes Skeeny linked to the French chien meaning dog and mentions others linking it to Shien from Hernia, with a garbled explanation of initial letters and misapplied terms.
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Aime
His New Schedule Misspells Old Georgia Dialect
A fragment from the Atlanta Constitution presents a garbled line of dialect speech about preaching and old-time phrases. The garbled phrasing includes references to Mister William, a beaver, long tail, and handling snakes, reflecting a historical dialect sample.
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Wiliam
Georgia
Ana
Atlanta
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William H. Taft
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New York
Henry B.quinby
Laconia
Gyrus A. Sulloway
Charles H. Greenleaf
Franconia
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Warren Brown
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Partamouth
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Seelon
Faunshire Agricultural
Taylor
Tom Thumb
All America
Henry BR
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George E. Fishers
Walter Giveet
Chines
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TE Clark & Co. Commercial
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Gireut Ossell
Porsemouth Savings Hank
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Viarket Square
Granite State Fire
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