Old Brick Capitol Fades To Make Way For Supreme Court
The Old Brick Capitol at Maryland Avenue and First Street N.W. in Washington, built after the 1812 burning, is razed to clear space for the new Supreme Court building. It housed Congress, served as Old Capitol Prison, hosted Belle Boyd, hosted notable figures like John C. Calhoun, and later housed the National Woman's Party before demolition began under condemnation.
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John W. Taylor
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Belle Boyd
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Henry Wirz
Andersonville
Lew Wallace
Ben Hur
Louisa’ Condit-Smith
Leonard Wood
O. H. P. Belmont
National Woman's Party
America
Western Newspaper Union
Glacier National Park expands dramatic High Trail ride
In Glacier National Park Montana a spectacular new High trail extends from Granite park northward toward the Canadian border, pairing with the existing eight mile Garden Wall route for a three day continental divide excursion. The path offers elevated views, keyhole glimpses of the divide, and challenging climbs including Ahern Pass and Iceberg Lake vista.
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Western Newspaper Union
Curious Child Questions Music Source from Phonograph
A neighbor's four year old Johnny asks how music travels from phonograph. His mother explains the needle and horn, then notes music comes from black sound records. Johnny responds that many records are broken in the alley.
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Mule Driver's Remark Triggers Army Auction Tale
In a Philadelphia Public Ledger feature, Private Slim Gibbs a mule driver in the Eighteenth Infantry wagon train recounts a fight with new division recruits in an Es taminet scene. He describes a mythical bear with changing features and a dove on brassards saying Let us have peace as the clash erupts near Le Mans and Beaumont.
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Eighteenth Infantry
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Ted F. Smith
Philadelphia
Third Match Superstitions and War Origins
The article explains why the third light from a match is feared, linking it to wartime danger. It notes soldiers attracted sniper attention when a match sparked, revealing positions. The piece describes three firing stages and why the third light became ominous.
La Golondrina: Mexico’s Home Sweet Home Song
The tune La Golondrina by Sarradell is called Mexico’s Home Sweet Home and means The Swallow. It has long been sung and typically closes dances and festive events.
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Mexico
Sarradell
Four arches of the foot described in detail
The passage explains the four arches of the foot: the long arch along the inside from heel to big toe, the transverse arch across the ball, the outer arch from heel to the little toe, and the midfoot arch under the instep.
Are fishing or hunting parties more exacting
Toofus the Fort Mink philosopher and guide states fishing parties are harder because you must show fish, while bear hunters are often satisfied with showing tracks.
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Toofus
Fort Mink
Wait and See Label Meaning in Gardener Dialogue
A brief exchange shows a label “Wait and See” as a response to a question about a label’s meaning. The gardener admits uncertainty about what he planted and suggests a passive approach awaiting outcomes. The wording reflects casual conversational tone.
Romance in High Life Delays Duke Title Search
A whispered debate over whether love or rank determines a couple's fate unfolds as the period intrigues reveal that the duke's title is under scrutiny. Rumors swirl about whether romance alters social expectations and future alliances.
Designating It Dentist What tooth to extract
A curious fragment contrasts dental talk with musings on wealth happiness and wisdom. The voice notes a Pullman Porter and laments late success, then reflects on camping and comfort without a shave, framing a scattered meditation.
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Pullman Porter
Lowith Seben
Timid Minds Question Wicked Pastimes Endorsed by Rough Men
A terse reflection notes the unease of timid observers as rough men defend certain pastimes seen as wicked. The line contrasts fear with a culture of daring men who approve harsh amusements.
Beauty of Parks and Public Spaces Echoes Cultural Codes
A old caption notes how the French cherish parks by placing babies there while our signs warn against stepping on grass showing cross cultural parenting and public space norms.
Prolific Breeder: Female Muskrat Produces 25 to 50 Young
A female muskrat is described as a prolific breeder capable of producing between 25 and 50 young per year. This detail highlights high reproductive potential in the species.
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