Prohibition through the Ages in Early American History
The article traces early enforcement of liquor bans from 1682 New Netherland to 1790s American forces, noting chiefs Oratam and Little Turtle opposing brandy trade, historic orders by Dutch and U.S. authorities, and Hardy Wilkinson’s Detroit era clemency amid whiskey discipline. It links past methods to modern Prohibition debates and cites notable episodes like Lydia Connor’s drumming punishment and Wilkinson’s later controversial conduct.
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Elmo Scott Watson
New Netherland
Oratawin
Oratam
Oratamy
Oratan
Oraton
Hackinghhensky
Thair
and . Council
Bachem Mattanouch
Mattano
Fort
Amsterdam
New Getherland
Belog
New Amsterdam
Anthony” Wayne
Fallen Timbers
Little Turtle
Fort Wayne
Ind
East
The
Society of Friends
Baltimore
Briends
Congress
Kentucky
Ohilo
Anthony
United States Army
Wayne
Old Northwest
James Wilkinson
United ‘States’ Military Academy
West Point
Pittsburgh
United States
Greenville
Wilkinson
Detroit
Michigan
Lydia Connor
William Mitchell
Ile Affense
Fort Lernault
Har
Wilkingon
Mitchell
Frazer
Aaron Burr
Satisfied on the Farm survey shows farm youth prefer rural life
A large U S matii order house through its home economics dept surveyed four million farm youths. Three quarters were asked about future plans. Ninety three percent of girls chose to stay in the country and over eighty percent of boys planned rural careers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matii Order
United States
Department of Home Economics
Neal's Mother Endorses California Fig Syrup Remedy
A Florida style testimonial highlights California Fig Syrup as a gentle, effective remedy for children's constipation and digestive upset. Mrs Noel M Todd of Oklahoma City credits the product with restoring her son Neal to health after constipation episodes. The ad urges buyers to seek the full name California Fig Syrup to ensure authenticity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Hal
Noel M. Todd
West 27Th St
Oklahoma City
Okla
Neal
Life’s grind and playful crafts in a rural Canada humor
A fragment from the Country Home piece mocks daily work with a whimsical line about carpenters steamfitters haymakers and canaries singing. It hints at a humorous view of life’s routine and value through light quips about common trades.
Greek Names Rooted in History of Old Turkey
Article discusses Turkish efforts to rename Constantinople as Istamboul and erase Greek origins. It notes Istamboul derives from Higtiain polin meaning in the capital. It contrasts Sultan Mehmet I calling himself Sultan of the Romans with modern nationalist attempts to remove historic Greek ties from city names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turkey
Constantinople
The
Constantines
Istamboul
Near East
Mehmet I
A Most Excellent Tonic and Nervine Adverts in Waterloo
Mrs Hulda Smith of 310 West 10th Street endorses Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as an excellent tonic and nervine. She cites use during expectancy and afterward to maintain health and strength. Readers are urged to obtain liquid or tablet forms from dealers or request a trial packet by writing Dr. Pierce Buffalo New York for medical advice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
Towa
10Th St
Whistling for Breeze Across Seas and Cultures
A compact note describes sailors in the Asturias and Scotland and Annamites in the Indian Ocean whistling softly to avoid triggering a hurricane instead of a breeze, a shared superstition among mariners about wind, luck, and weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asturias
Scotland
Indian Ocean
Alphabet Namesake From Alpha And Beta
The Greek alphabet derives its name from alpha and beta the first two letters. Love mocks locksmiths yet offers no aid to jokemakers or pranksters.
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United States Military Academy
Went Point
William Frazer
Dames Wilkinson
Miami
Gen Wilkinson
Tolurs
Willys-Overland
Willys: Overland, Inc
Toledo, Ohio
Love
Barton's
Dyan Am
Doan
James A. McClard
Hobson Avenue
Hot Springs
Ark
Boschee
Sioux City
Wacos Motor Service
Fifth Am
Iowa Ts
Phono
National Roofing Co., Inc
Omaha-Sioux City
Sioux Falls
Connell
Blutia
Waite
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