Who Was Uncle Sam The Original of the Symbol Explained
A historical sketch traces Uncle Sam to Samuel Wilson a New York contractor born in Delaware and his wartime role supplying the U S government in 1812. It notes contested burial sites Catskill Indiana and Troy while recounting the cartoonist’s evolution from Sam Slick to Uncle Sam and the lasting national symbol.
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LMO
Scott Watson HO
Uncle Sam
Strausers
United States
John Bull
England
Caele
Sam
Ulere
Samuel’ Wilson
New York
Samuel Wilson
United Press
Catskill
Hudson River
Unels Sam
Charles A. Ellist
Elliot
Samuel
Nathaniel
Edw. Wilson
Unels Nat
Nei
Troy
Wai del
United Army
Greevie
Delaware
U.S
Dextman
Benjamin
Albert
Indiana
Clain
Indianapolis Star
Kendallville
Ind
Louise RB
Kendgallville
Noble Farmer
Nersia
John ‘A. Wilson
Siier
Clara Zumbaugh
Bething
Albion
Wilmington
Del
Marmaduke
Mary Wilson
America
Scotland
Mandan
N. D
St. Lewis
T On-The- Hudson
Elvert Anderson
Great Britain
Anderson
Wilson
Mr. Wilson
Abraham Lincoln
Constitution
Cape Race
Isaac Hull
John M
Jim Harrison
Sam West
Pennsylvania
Susan Anderson
Cumberland County
Noah
David
Andrew
Anthony
James
John
Mary
Angeline
Lucinda
Kosciusko County
Merriam
Thomas Chandler Haliburton
Windsor
Nova Scotia
Sam Slick
Slickville
Union County
Connecticut
Joseph Howe
The
Hervieu
Leech
Punch
the Clockmaker
Relief for Filipinos Driven Out of Business
A short, fragmented report notes Filipino traders displaced by a new road and policy aimed at rice expansion in Ta gudin. Government seed distribution seeks double croppage with a new rice variety, while families face hardship and a mother recalls a planned elephant ride as a child.
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Tagudin
Rainy day story of unhappy children at the window
Rain pours as children press to the windows watching the water fall in a torrential, unjoyful scene reflecting damp weather and unsettled mood.
Studebaker Erskine Cars Promote New Sedan and Lines
Studebaker advertising touts the Erskine Club Sedan with room for five and claims strong performance on rough roads. It highlights official tests of the Erskine Six racing 1298 miles in 2 hours, and promotes value, dealer support, and four models with prices ranging from 795 to 2450 dollars.
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Tudebaker
Studebaker
Studebaker-Enskine
Erskine Sis
Studebalker-Erskine
Heat Exploded Paving Along Union Street
A summer incident on Union Street in Auburn Maine saw brick paving explode from heat expansion. A car driven by Rar Banks was lifted off the ground by the blast, the front end bent and a tire burst in the chaotic event.
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Union Street
Auburn
Maine
Rar Banks
Ashe
Quick Relief Patent Medicine Ad for Joint-Base
An old ad promises fast relief from rheumatic pains and sore muscles with Joint-Base. It claims quick absorption and frequent use, targeting sciatica, lame back, chest colds, and burning sensations, and touts low cost across America.
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America
Joint Base Labora Iu Flee Hallowell Maine Address Note
Radio fans hear Australia soars with the song of nightingales and the amusing tale of Jacko the kookaburra at Melbourne studio. Jacko and his daughter bring laughter during rehearsal as the broadcast finds mirth in the studio.
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Pope Laboraiu
Hallowell
Maine
England
Australia
Jacko
Jackass
Melbourne
Old London Slam District Seven Dials Discovery
The Seven Dials area in St. Giles London near Trafalgar Square and the British Museum, once noted as a resort of criminal and degraded classes. A clock pillar with seven dial faces stood there formerly.
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London
Seven Dials
St. Giles
Trafalgar Square
British Museum
Quote on Reason by Henry Fielding
A sharp Henry Fielding line reflects on people who judge action by what has been done rather than what should be done. It implies reason looks forward, not backward, and critiques retroactive rationalization.
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Henry Fielding
Maybe So Best Cosmetic Movement Quote
A fragment notes a cosmic theme from Woman's Home Companion urging self direction through stillness and personal method, reflecting a cultural idea about achieving one’s own way in daily life.
Stuck with the novel shows two writers at a standstill
Gerald and Geraldine exchange lines about a troubled romance in a rough draft. Geraldine fears marrying the hero while confessing love for him. The dialogue hints at dramatic tension and creative block in the writing process.
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Gerald
Geraldine
Senator Sorg HUM Wins Support Across Elections
A quoted confidant asserts lasting influence with Senator Sorghum, claiming repeated success in persuading the official at each election. The remark emphasizes political leverage and ongoing reassurance of support throughout campaigns.
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Sorghum
Ancient Cypress Tree Near Oaxaca Stands Tall
A venerable cypress near Santa Marta de Tele, Oaxaca in southern Mexico, is thought to be 2000 years old. It rises about 140 feet high and spans roughly 110 feet in girth, marking a remarkable natural landmark.
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Santa Marta de Tele
Oaxaca
Mexico
No Such Animal Exchange of Opposites Sparks Debate
In a quirky quip exchange, Wanda asserts she will not change her view unless the other person mirrors her exactly. The dialogue shifts to a playful clash as Manx humorously suggests seeking a nearly perfect counterpart. The exchange taps a light tone and wordplay.
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Wanda
Shakespeare and memory lapses after favors noted
A fragment suggests that after a favor given by Shakespeare a person may suffer a partial loss of memory causing deeds to be ill done and sight of means to perform them impaired.
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Shakespeare A
Alan
Death rates rise in 1926 per government data
Government figures show higher death rates in 1926 than 1925 from heart disease pneumonia cancer tuberculosis and diabetes. The item notes pessimistic views on risk and effort, with hints of social commentary on youth and appearance.
Doctor at 83 Found People Preferred His Prescription
A vintage advertisement extols Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a simple, safe laxative remedy for constipation and related ailments. It emphasizes mild herbs and pepsin, discourages drastic purges, and offers a free sample bottle by writing to Syrup Pepsin Monticello, Indiana.
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Caldwell
Medical College
Dr. Caldwell
Monticello
Tina
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Radium
Russia
South Bend
the Studebaker Corp. OF America Department
South Bend, Indiana
Stete
Los Angeles Times
Hanford
Streai
UTH Woolen Co
Sioux City
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