Devout Washington Faith Highlighted by Historians
Dr. Stephen A. Northrup cites letters and histories showing George Washington as a sincere Christian and devout man. Accounts from Marshall, Custis, Custis Parke, and others describe him attending church, reading Scripture, and praying daily both in public and private devotion. Washington’s piety accompanied his patriotism and service, influencing his household and public life.
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Stephen A. Northrup
Central Temple
Kansas City
Kan
George Washington
Washington
Marshall
Appleton
Cyclopedia of American Biography
Robert Lewis
Mount Vernon
Les Bancroft
Washington Man of Money and Large Slavery Holdings
A historic note on George Washington’s wealth shows 50 900 acres of land and multiple town lots valued at 488 135 dollars plus bank and canal stock. About 1600 heirs seek congressional funding for Washingtons Ohio tracts. He owned around 200 slaves and pressed hard labor. Custis family associates recall his harsh discipline and extraordinary work output from enslaved people.
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Washington
Alexandria
Winchester
Congress
Ohio
Josiah Quincy
Custis
Mr. Custis
General Washington
Chicago
Troy
Edwardsville
J. W. Milton
Mllinois State Board of Health
Milton
Hdwardsville
Black Jack
St. Clair
Philip Mersinger
Henry Riebold
Pana
August Cazalet
Assumption
Christian County
France
Joliet
Robert E. Lee Jarvis
Doctor Jarvis
Carrollton
Clyde Linder
Linder
Marion
Della Williams
Johnson City
Foster
Galesburg
Harrison Markwell
A. P. Aiken
Union Hotel
Thompson
Markwell
Champaign
Rantoul
N. W. Hecker
Huntington County
Indiana
Ilnois
Hecker
Mr. Hecker
Old Time Birthday Celebrations In Alexandria Echo 1799 Tale
The Alexandria celebration of George Washington’s birthday included a public review by Washington, a banquet with satisfactory wines, sixteen toasts praising federalism, and a ball and supper at Mr. Gadsby’s, as reported in a 1799 Alexandria newspaper.
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George Washington
Alexandria
Washington
All Reverence Washington and American liberty
The text extols reverence for Washington as unity among diverse racial elements and links national liberty to honoring Washington, warning that forgetting him could empower imperialists and threaten American citizenship.
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Washington
Washington in Daring Times and Slave Tales
A fragment recounts Washington’s relationship with enslaved people, noting that “all his slaves loved him.” It recalls a house boy who defied him about alcohol, saying Washington hit him on the head with a rod as he moved through the hall.
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Washington
House of God
Mount Vernon
Lee Massey
Pohick Church
Ginia
Jefferson Praises Washington's Pure Integrity and Virtue
Jefferson extols Washington as the paragon of virtue, stating his integrity was pristine and justice perfectly unbiased by personal motive. He calls Washington a good and great man, unmatched in character and fortune, deserving of eternal remembrance.
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Jefferson
Washington
Washington’s Early Rise as Territory Commander at Nineteen
A nineteenth century note recalls Washington serving as military commander of an entire territory by age nineteen. The account highlights rapid ascent in early leadership and governance roles.
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Washington
Lincoln Banquet Highlights Illinois Birthday Observance
Springfield hosts a Lincoln birthday banquet at the state arsenal under the Lincoln Memorial association with about seven hundred guests including Governor Dunne and state officials. Notable speakers include Senator Sherman Archbishop Glennon sculptor Borglum and Bishop Fallow.
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State Arsenal
Springfield
Lincoln Memorial Body
Lincoln
Lincoln Memorial Association
Dunne
Supreme Court
St. Louis
Gutzon Borglum
New York
Bishop Fallows
Chicago
America
Kenesaw M. Landis
Harry Pratt Judson
John T. McCutcheon
Illinois Relief Drive Seeks Food and Funds for Belgium
Illinois grain dealers and farmers are asked to contribute grain flour or money for Belgium relief. S. W. Strong leads outreach. Towano farmers offer 1000 bushels oats or 500 dollars. Checks go to W. J. Chalmers. supplies at Sibley warehouse. inquiries via Randolph 2256.
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Chicago
Illinois
Belgium
S. W. Strong
Urbana
Illinois State Grain Dealers’ Association
Towanno
Chicago Commission
Wingis Chir
Herbert Hoover
Commission For Relief
London
W. J. Chalmers
West Adams Street
Sibley
North Clark Street
Randolph
Joliet
Wiliam Dougherty
Braidwood
William Cox
Dougherty
Cox
Dorrance Dibell
Will County
Mount Vernon
W. H. Richardson
J. O. Bell
Winslow
Chicago & Eastern Illinois Railroad
F. N. Westerman
T. J. Connell
Southern Railway
George E. Herring
Louisville & Nashville
Commercial Club
Interstate Commerce Commission
Champaign
Samuel W. Shattuck
University of Ilinois
Sammy
Shattuck
State University
Young University
Massachusetts
Charles W
Walter F. Shattuck
Anna S. Palmer
Springfield
Wiliam
Chase
Hillsboro
Humphrey
Peoria House of Correction
United States
Dyson
United States Department of Agriculture
Menard
Mercer
Bureau
la Salle
Maryville
Duquoin
Walter Naumer
Duquoin Utility Company
Naumer
Jacob Naumer
Sterling
John Irions
Sage Tea and Sulphur Hair Remedy Exposed
An old home remedy advertised as Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy promises to darken gray hair naturally. A large bottle costs about 50 cents and is applied with a sponge or brush to a strand at a time. after a couple of treatments hair darkens and looks thicker and glossier.
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Wyeth
Ady
Knothole Fencing Rivalry at Baseball Grounds
Boys outside the grounds try to peek at the game through a knothole in the fence. One boy shouts a bargain for apples while another jokes about a sawed off man blocking the view, highlighting informal field-side antics.
Grateful acknowledgment for Dodds Kidney Pills
A letter from F. C. Case of Welcome Lake Pennsylvania describes relief from back and kidney troubles. He cites improved sleep mood and energy after using Dodds Kidney Pills and allows publication to help other sufferers. Ad continues with price 50 cents per box and a free booklet offer.
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Dodds
Dodds Kidney
Dodds Medicine Co
Buffalo
Ady
Animals and schoolroom humor in a spelling class
In a spelling class Nona defines animals as furred creatures, then learns birds and people are animals. The teacher corrects, noting four legged animals with feathers or smooth skins exist and that both boys and girls are animals, prompting Nona’s witty remark.
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Nona
Milk Aid Ordered for War Zone Children
At the National Congress of Mothers executive board meeting in Atlantic City New Jersey members voted unanimously to send six hundred dollars to purchase pure milk for noncombatant children in the war zone who are starving and suffering.
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National Congress of Mothers
Atlantic City
N. J
Marine Eye Remedy Ad From Chicago Booklet
Free illustrated eye book offers advice on eye trouble with Marine Eye Remedies. Drauggist touts benefits like soothing eye pain and strengthening weak eyes, claiming non stinging relief. Product marketed for adults and babies with scaley lids and granulation. price listed as 80 cents.
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Marine Eye Remedy Co
Chicago
Adv
There Goes a Girl Who Spends Hours Before Her Mirror
A concise item notes a girl who spends long hours dressing yet is not accused of vanity. The twist reveals she is a lady barber, highlighting an unusual occupation for a woman in the period and reflecting social norms.
Dean's Men tolated Cough Drops advertised relief
An old advertisement touts Dean's Men cough drops for stubborn colds and irritated bronchial tubes. The copy mocks enthusiasts whose odor remains even after drinking, reflecting vintage drugstore humor.
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Dean
Japan Exports Violins to United States
Japanese violin makers increase shipments to the United States amid growing demand for crafted instruments. Dealers report steady orders from orchestras and luthiers, with several shipments crossing the Pacific this quarter.
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Japan
United States
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