Curiosa Americana and the Unique Coronet of Revolution
A historical note explains Frederick Collens Wheeler as the sole cornet in the Pennsylvania National Guard’s Fifty second Cavalry unit, detailing the First troop Philadelphia City cavalry’s 1774 origins, its preserved cornet rank, and the guidon bearing battles from Revolution to World War I. It also explains the curious February 30 date in leap years and how ships in the Pacific might record a date that creates a second January 1 or July 4, yielding a hypothetical unique birthday at the 180 degree meridian.
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Militia Bureau
United States Army
War Department
Cornet
Frederick Collens Wheeler
Fifty-second Cavalry Brigade
Pennsylvania National Guard
Philadelphia City Cavalry
Philadelphia
Trenton
Princeton
Brandywine
Germantown
Gettysburg
Porto Rico
Champagne
Oise- Aisne
Lorraine
Meuse - Argosine
Ypres-Lys
Pacific
Pacific Ocean
Christmas Carols Across Alaska Singers
Eskimo language sing along adapts Joy to the World for a Christmas service in an Alaska community. The verse begins with native words inviting people to join in the celebration under the American flag.
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Alaska
Kiwanis International Chief to preside at Washington convention
Harper Gatton of Madisonville Kentucky president of Kiwanis International will preside at all sessions of the Kiwanis twentieth annual convention in Washington from June 21 to 25.
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Harper Gatton
Madisonville
Kiwanis International
Service Organization
Washington
Samuel Reshevsky Claims National Chess Championship
Samuel Reshevsky wins first place in a New York chess tournament and becomes national champion, succeeding Frank J. Marshall.
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Samuel Reshevsky
New York
Frank J. Marshall
Just the Same Mother in Creation
A brief Pearson's Weekly snippet presents a childlike exchange about creation. Bobby remarks with a smile that the separation of water and land is what they would call them, reflecting a simple, observational tone.
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Bobby
Pearson’s Weekly
Leftover Meat Ideas From Edith M Barber
Practical tips for repurposing roast beef lamb and ham into quick meals and sauces. Includes grape juice jelly, grape juice sauce for lamb or ham, and quick coffee jelly. Step by step sauce prep and simple side dishes accompany the suggested leftovers.
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Edith M. Barber
Miss Barber
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Crying as a child defense and adult moderation
The essay argues crying is a natural defense in infancy but fades as fear subsides. It recounts children learning self-control, how maternal timidity can seed fear, and how persistent crying prompts relief in crowded areas. It emphasizes moderation in work and play for lasting interest and steady progress in life pursuits.
Home Repainting Rules Tighten for Refinanced Homes
The text notes that well painted homes command higher resale value than run down ones and highlights HOLC refinancing rules requiring repainting if needed to qualify property. Officials emphasize aesthetics as part of loan conditions.
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HOLC
Setting for a Collection In a Clever Penthouse
An enigmatic collection takes center stage in a penthouse suite high above New York City. The piece unfolds in a world of refined taste and sharp intellect as characters navigate art, ego, and ambition in an atmosphere of exclusive privilege.
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New York
To Frame Pictures Pictures for Nursery or Game Room
A short market note outlines options to frame pictures suitable for a nursery or game room. It highlights affordable frames in various sizes and finishes, plus quick assembly tips. The piece emphasizes easy decoration for children's spaces.
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Atutelukbuk Pintok Attutanik Coveanum Numkro
Cleveland
Ohio
Norman Thomas
United States
Miguel Mariano Gomez
Cuba
Barnet
Havana
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Leonardtown
Lord Baltimore
Kiwanis
Michigan
Quads
Morley Quads
Lansing
Mich
Bol! Syndicate
WNU
Doris
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