Lincoln in Indiana and Washington Days Recalled
The article recounts Abraham Lincoln's Indiana neighbors and early years, detailing the 1830 move from Indiana, the milk sickness blight, and the journey with the Lincoln and Hanks families. It covers Lincoln's 1844 Gentryville visit, political climate, and anecdotes from friends, highlighting his honesty and democratic spirit.
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Indiana
Lincolns
John Hanks
Kentucky
Illinois
Dennis Hanks
Gentryville
Dennis Hinks
Dennis Tanks
Lincain
Levi Hall
Lincoln
Thomas Lincoln
Gentry
John Johnson
Atrahem l Lincoln
Allen Thumper
Coca
Tom
Alrahor
Fotpasen
Johnson
Iall
Tattle
Abraham
Hicnnis
Wesley Hall
Hanks
Tlingis
Cgantry
Genereville
Linois
Abe
Eyce
Indiana Ward
Tie
Carter
Blue Nose’ Crawford
Crawford
White House
Washington
Automobile Buying Advice From A Postcard Letter
The writer argues for a Ford over a Buick citing low upkeep costs and simple mechanics. He notes personal car knowledge, warns about high repair costs and transmission issues, and compares fuel and maintenance expenses across brands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ollie
Maud
Mother
Ducky
Altho Maud
Emma
Virginia
Ford
Trade in your old Ford for a new model with Ward
The author argues a Ford wears tires quickly but a new model lasts longer and saves oil. They advise trading the old car to Mr Ward with suitable tires and accessories, sending a personal letter detailing ownership, mileage, and repairs to secure a favorable offer. They emphasize keeping machinery practical, with emphasis on remelting old engines.
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Maud
Tucky
Pord
Hye
Pershing's Crusaders to Open at Sherman Week of Oct 11
Real war scenes from the first United States Official War Film Pershing's Crusaders will be shown at the Sherman next week starting Oct 11. The film is presented by the Committee on Public Information under George Creel with Charles S Hart directing. Photographers from the U S Signal Corps Navy and the French General Staff produced the film. Ad miss ion 25 cents.
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Pershing
United States
Sherman
Committee On Public Information
George Creel
Division of
Charles S. Hart
U. S. Signal Corps
Navy
Symbiotic Rules Between Rhinos and Birds Noted
A historical observation describes the phinoceros bird feeding on insect parasites on rhinoceros hides. The bird warns the host of danger by signaling its approach, creating mutual advantage for both species.
Looks Are What Count Fur Coat Sparks Fashion Clash
Dialogue shows Isabel choosing an expensive fur coat despite pleas for economy. The exchange highlights tension between cost and appearance as one character objects to looking economical while insisting on style over thrift. Life commentary underscores social pressures around luxury branding.
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White House
Gordon's Mill
Lincoln
Bill
Washington
Abe
Anderson Creek
Boonville
Alien Gentry
James Gentry
Gentry
Bil
Anderson
Judge Douglass
House
Henry Clay
Henry
Wesley Hall
Straighway
Hall
Perret
Isabel
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California
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Julius Harry Shee Co
Fairbanks
J. W. Milligan
Col
Emery Drake
U. S
E. A. Billman
Sullivan
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