Washingtons Forge a Life in Virginia with Family Ties
The article traces George Washington's early years in Virginia, highlighting his father Augustine Washington's prosperous landholdings and iron works, and his mother Mary Washington's prudent care. It notes Lawrence Washington's role as guardian, his service in the Cartagena campaign, and the Fairfax connections that shaped George's education, apprenticeship, and mounting leadership at Mount Vernon.
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Augustine Washington
Fredericksburg
Rapqahannock
Principio Iron Company
Maryland
Virginia
Colonies
Washington
England
Potenac
Byrd
Truro
House of Burgesses
Uobi
George
Lawrence
Augustine
Westmoreland
Rappahannock
Mary Washington
London
Lawrence Washington
Hame
Spain
West Indies
Virginian
Cartagena
Vernon
Wentworth
Tropics
Fort San Lazaro
Pres
Fairfax County
Mount Vernon
Anne Fairfax
William Fairfax
Thomas
Lord Fairfax
Henry Washington
Worcester
Fairfaxes
Parliament
Bahamas
Baron Fairfax
South Potomac
Shenandoah
Greenway
America
George Washington
Beverley
Fairfax
Belvo
Belvoir
Writer Sends Witty Rejection Takeoff to Magazine Editor
A humorous spoof of manuscript rejection slips is attributed to Charles Lummis, Los Angeles public librarian. The piece mocks editors and variety in form, noting publishing rates and the editors’ need to maintain averages while praising experimental diversity.
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Charles ¥. Lummis
Los Angeles
Cal
Chapel in Swansea coal mine claimed unique worship chapel
A chapel inside the Mynydd Newydd colliery near Swansea sits 750 feet underground. Reportedly the only such space specially prepared and consecrated for worship, it is a long low room fitted with rough wooden benches.
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Mynydd- Newydd
Swansea
South Wales
Woman asks about engine failure during flight tour
A young woman questions aviation safety during a tour of inspection with a mechanic. After routine queries, she asks what happens if an engine stops in the air and cannot descend. The mechanic replies that three men in France are currently stranded aloft with stopped engines and starving.
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France
Castoria Reminder for Mothers and Children
Important to Mothers urges careful examination of each bottle of Castoria for infants and children and to verify the signature. The ad notes Castoria has been in use for over 30 years and mentions children cry for Fletcher's Castoria.
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Fletcher
Its Nature Weather Jokes And Quack Health Ads
A quirky excerpt contrasts weather chatter with claims about health cures. It notes a doctor’s Pleasant Pellets laxative and asserts three for cathartic use. The tone mixes period satire with sensational advertising aimed at readers seeking remedies.
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Pierce
PILES CURED IN 6 TO 14 DAYS
An advertisement promises Pazo Ointment cures for itching bleeding or protruding piles within six to fourteen days with money back if not effective. It also mentions a man with endless energy and references to pancakes and other ad copy.
A Generous Gift From Munyon Almanac Improves Life
Professor Munyon offers a free magazine almanac with essays and dream interpretations plus weather forecasts for the regions. It advertises full-size 25¢ remedies for rheumatism kidney indigestion and bowel issues, mailed free by The Munyon Remedy Company of Philadelphia.
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Munyon
Pacific Slope
Munyon Remedy Company
Philadelphia
Entered colt runs in a race despite doubts
A reader notes a vivid exchange about a colt expected to win but is entered in a running race, reflecting skepticism and the trainer's planning. The dialogue underscores debate over the horse's chances and setup for competition.
Grateful Kentucky farmer praises Dodd's Kidney Pills
A 77 year old farmer from Ethel Kentucky, W D Smith, writes of long term use of Dodd's Kidney Pills. He credits the remedy with improving back strain and kidney trouble and offers a testimonial with permission to publish and his picture. He notes price 50 cents per box and invites readers to request Household Hints and national anthem music free.
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Dodd
Mr. Smith
Dodd’s Medicine Co
Buffalo
N. Y
Plea for Liberty from a Quiet Moment
Mrs B entertained a few friends while Elsie stayed in the room. She asked many questions and her mother warned her to remain silent. Elsie then tapped her mother and whispered asks to speak only if she says nothing. The exchange shows a child’s wish to speak without words.
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Chicago Tribune
Satirical dialogue about a meek husband and wife
A humorous stage excerpt shows Very Meek Husband writing a club speech for Mariah while His Wife questions the topic. Very Meek Man declares the subject The lady who will strike her husband is no man in a pointed satire on gender roles.
Meaning the Billows
Perdita flirted with high rollers at the beach last summer. She did so and nearly drowned, indicating a dangerous flirtation encountered by Perdita during a seaside outing.
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Perdita
You are mine cried nobleman to heiress in gold mine
An impecunious nobleman declares possession while embracing the heiress declaring a rich gold mine as their union. The exchange pivots on wealth and fortune highlighting a marriage plot fueled by gold.
Tea Drinkers Beware The Caffeine Link To Paralysis
A reader from Illinois describes severe nervous symptoms and numb spells tied to long term tea use. After stopping tea and switching to Postum, she reports better sleep, fewer bilious pains, stronger heart, and absence of headaches.
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Uise Ee
Thomas Lord Fairfax
Yorkshire
Old Dominion
Addison
Steele
The
Spectator
Ren
Mrs. Austin
Adv
Carter
Carters
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Albena
W. S. Nethery
Gardier
Telco
Ohie
Imizoigretion
Ottawa
Cassis
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