Cromwell dissolves Parliament in bold act
The narrative recounts Cromwell's dramatic move against Parliament. He rises, denounces the MPs, orders musketeers to clear the House, takes the Bill, locks the chamber, and returns to his Cockpit rooms. The event is described with tense, period-voice detail and foreshadowing of consequences.
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Cluny Neville
Col. Ingoldsby
Parliament
Harry Vane
Sidney
Henry Marten
Cromwell
Lambert
Ironsides
Parliament House
Doctor Verity
Harrison
Peter Wentworth
England
Peter
Lenthall
Allen
Vane
God
Gen. Swaffham
Oliver Cromwell
Nursery rhymes and their ancient roots in children’s lore
A column explores how mothers and nurses shape early verse and song, tracing familiar rhymes from Pat-a-Cake to Little Boy Blue. It notes global parallels in nursery tales, the use of clapping as a social sign, and the Jewish, Danish, German origins influencing children’s rhymes as shared cultural artifacts.
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Hall
Hushaby
Dick Whittington
London
Robinson Crusoe
Jack Horner
Wells
Glastonbury
Henry VIII
Pancake Bell Tradition Rings Through Morley Church
In Morley Yorkshire the ancient 1169 bell at St Marys Church is rung every Shrove Tuesday for one hour. The custom, tied to pancakes by locals, draws many to the belfry hoping to pull the rope and share in the rite, a practice lasting centuries with uncertain origins.
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England
St. Mary’s Church
Morley
Yorkshire
Cromwell Interferes and Springtime in Richmond Park
Daylight spills over fresh green growth as Jane and friends rise early to a river outing. They reach Richmond where hampers spread under oaks and share a relaxed meal. A stroll through the palace follows, its monastic grandeur quieting their lively mood.
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Cromwell
Jane
Richmond
The Cost of Census Taking Across Centuries
The piece compares per capita census costs 1.13 cents in 1790 and 15.5 cents in 1900. It notes Virginia led 1790 in population with 747,616, and a $7,553.90 enumeration cost there. Maine 1900 matched Virginia’s 1790 population, with enumeration costs of $34,600.90, three-fourths of the 1780 US total, while enumerator wages in 1900 equaled skilled day laborer pay.
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Virginia
Union
Treasury Department
Maine
United States
Uncertainties Face Veteran Official in Payne Meeting
Congressman Payne of New York met a gray-haired acquaintance who joked about employment gaps. The man said he had been out of work for a month after thirty years in office, illustrating the uncertainties of holding public office.
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Congressman Payne
New York
Payne
Not a Popular Candidate Good Story on the Irish Governor Bet
On election day a Philadelphia train conversation features bets over Pennsylvania governor choices. An Irish passenger wagers 26 on Pattison, another on Pennypacker, but a religious man declares the Lord will be Governor. The Celt counters with a final bet about Pittsburgh.
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Philadelphia
Pattison
Pennypacker
Value of Pasture for Pig and Poultry Raising
A Missouri State Board bulletin cites G W Waters on two economy of production propositions for pigs. Pasture improves gains and lowers corn use, with test results from six Wisconsin lots showing varied daily gains and corn requirements. The piece also stresses that poultry raising is accessible to many, requiring genuine interest and avoiding those who dislike fowl.
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Missouri State Board of Agriculture
G. W. Waters
Wisconsin Station
Bex
Longfellow
Hard Luck of Armenian Maidens Sentence of Fasting and Salt Food
A historical note describes a grim custom where Armenian maidens reach seventeen without marriage. They fast three days then endure a twenty four hour period with salted fish and are not allowed to drink.
Women convert boots into warm home footwear
Mrs. Ax tell notes that women with cold feet can create warm footwear by gutting boys boots and adding broad soled slips. Process involves splitting slippers to the toe, punching holes with an awl, and lacing. For travel, use an arctic slip one half size larger than the shoe. Warm feet improve health and longevity, especially for those with lung trouble.
Corn Seed Stability Across Generations in New England
In New England and nearby states farmers often fix corn types by long term cultivation on the same farm using the same seed. Varieties are tied to locality as "little corn" and "Warren field" names and may persist for generations without new seed introductions, as described in The Book of Corn.
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New England
New York
Pennsylvania
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