Monument Erected by Women Mary Washington’s Fredericksburg Home
The Mary Washington monument in Fredericksburg Virginia honors Washington’s mother. The Mary Washington cottage, preserved by Virginia women, hosted key moments from the patriot leader and his mother. From 1775 to 1789 Mary Washington lived there and shared in Washington’s triumphs and farewells. The site now preserves her legacy and hosts Mother’s Day observances as a national shrine potential.
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York River
Sukey
Madame Ball
Lancaster
Molly
Mary Ball
Augustine Washington
Mary Washington
Virginia
Rappahannock
Trenton
Yorktown
Marquis de
LaFayette
Robert Lewis
Washington Mother and Son
Charles Thompson
Congress
Mount Vernon
Thompson
New York
George
Kenmore
Chicago
Association For the Preservation of
Women of
Handkerchiefs Rise With Civilized Manners in History
The handkerchief became common in polite society under Henry VIII of England. It likely stems from ecclesiastical dress and may have evolved from the linen maniple used over the left hand. In eighteenth century France it served the same purpose and handkerchiefs grew richly ornamented. Women adopted colored handkerchiefs as snuff taking became established.
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Henry VIII
England
France
Time by Inches and Rainy Days in England
The story recalls Bobble, a six year old who proudly watches a ticking watch and proclaims it "Two inches to four" when asked the time. It notes that England has seen over 120 rainy days above normal since 1916.
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Bobby
Betty
England
Peruna
Homes Drive Nation’s Prosperity Says Building Leader
The president of a major building and loan association argues that salvaging and remodeling homes sustains community progress and boosts local economies. He cites 1928 figures showing 1,049 total loans totaling $11,895,752 with 784 rebuilding or remodeling loans worth $1,288,900, up from 1927.
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Building and Loan Association
Must Work Together for Community Chest Ellwood Street
Ellwood Street director of the community chest told the Laymen's League of All Souls Unitarian church in Indianapolis that social work must be a coordinated effort. He said agencies cannot be effective alone and urged cooperation and teamwork to unite social planning and action. The result is a council of social agencies for joint finance and improved methods and efficiency.
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Council of Social Agencies
Looking to the Future Scout and Camp Fire Need
The piece argues youth waste from neglect and indifference harms the nation. It urges home church and school to support youth with Scout and Camp Fire programs to build character and citizenship, claiming wide benefits for community welfare.
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Kansas City Times
Dry Basement Drainage Systems Chat Available
Back flowing sewers threaten health and damage the furnace piping floors and walls. Adequate drainage prevents back flow and protects the building during remodeling or damp basements. Explore market options to keep basements dry and odor free.
Developer's Good Work and Town Tax Implications
A discussion contrasts single small tax on unimproved land with multiple taxes on improved holdings. It argues developers drive progress by beautification and increased property values, boosting tax base for public improvements and community prosperity.
Gorilla arrival marks eighth in America at D.C. park
The little gorilla now at the National Zoological Park in Washington is the eighth gorilla to arrive in America.
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National Zoological Park
Washington
America
The Test to Come Cora Case Remains Untried
The exchange hints at a pending case with a jury yet to hear the matter. The two speakers discuss the defendant’s letters and the uncertainty of the verdict as the trial progresses.
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Cora
Winter Trusts Mrs Jones Interview Reveals Laundry Shift
A prospective laundress describes preferences as a washer uses water over electric power. The exchange hints at changing routines and attitudes toward new technology in domestic work.
Ponies Learn Caution at Dog Races
A brief local quip from Cincinnati notes that betting proves wiser when comparing a dog’s muzzle or a mustard to risking money at the track.
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Cincinnati
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