Western Canada soil praised for bounty and settlers
An analysis by Prof Stevens of Western Canadian soil finds high lime and potent nutrients plus strong organic matter and good physical condition. The report touts crop potential and cites farmers increasing income from 500 to 30,000 in two seasons, foreshadowing a wave of settlers to Calgary Edmonton Lethbridge Regina Moose Jaw Saskatoon and border towns.
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United States
Canada
Stevens
State College of Washington
Pullman
Wash
Brooks
Alta
Oak Harbor
Calgary
Edmonton
Lethbridge
Alberta
Regina
Moose Jaw
Saskatoon
Saskatchewan
North Portal
Coutts
Kingsgate
British Columbia
Sailor Challenges Pulpit Over Ship In Distress
A London Tit-Bits tale recalls a pastor praising a ship in distress. An old sailor snaps that the vessel is in such a tarnation mess that nothing more should be attempted.
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London
Cuticura Ads and Humorous Harvard Quote
An advertisement for Cuticura Soap Ointment offers relief for itching with a bath routine and hot water followed by ointment. It mentions free samples via Boston and lists prices, while a Boston Transcript quip about Jones at Harvard and an aviator earning $5,000 a year provides a humorous contrast to air living misconceptions.
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Dept. X
Boston
Think It Another Dog Does Your Dog Bark at the Moon
A Florida Times Star quip notes dogs and stars with playful banter about barking at the dog star rather than the moon. The lighthearted piece reflects a local humor tone.
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Florida Times-Star
Old Glory the Oldest National Ensign in Existence
The United States flag is the oldest true national ensign, first adopted June 14 1777 and never officially changed. Since 1818 the flag has 13 stripes and a star for each state, while other nations often used mercantile or royal designs. West Point, opened in 1802, has saluted Old Glory daily for over two centuries.
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United States
England
Scotland
Ireland
Great Britain
St. Andrew
Continental Congress
Vermont
Kentucky
Congress
France
Britain
West Point
Flag Made in Philadelphia from English Bunting
The original flag was crafted in Philadelphia from bunting imported from England in 1776 just before the Declaration of Independence was proclaimed.
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England
First Union Flag Unfurled at Cambridge Camp
The first union flag was unfurled on January 1 1776 over the Cambridge camp. It bore 13 white and red stripes and kept the English cross in one corner.
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Cambridge
United States Naval Flag Description
The U S naval flag features a blue field with white five point stars representing states. The Union Jack is in the upper corner and the flag lacks the red white stripes. The Union is flown at the prow of warships while the ensign of stripes is at the stern.
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United States
America
First Fight Under Stars and Stripes History of the flag's creation
Bernard J. Cigrand reviews the origin of the U S flag. notes the June 14 1777 Congress resolution. details Fort Stanwix improvisation of the banner using captured pieces and a cloak blue field with white stars. recounts Willett’s role in a first battle under the improvised flag. The piece critiques later attributions tying Washington to an earlier date.
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Bernard J. Cigrand
United States
George Washington
Robert Morris
George Ross
Charles Thomson
Continental Congress
Thomson
Union
Fort Stanwix
New York
Stanwix
Fort Schuyler
Justice
Congress
Henry B. Dawson
Dawson Taim
Marinus Willett
England
Willett
Peekskill
Abraham Swartwout
Dutchess County
Haven
New Jersey State Historical Society
Cornwallis
Princeton
Iit
Conversation on Buttons on a Dress
A light exchange features Kept Bury and Exbert Cracious quipping about counting the buttons on a wife’s dress. Exbert teases, and Kept notes he has been busy buttoning it up, hence not counting the number.
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Exbert
Freckles to Fade with Double Strength Ointment
An advertisement promises removal of freckles with a potent double strength ointment claiming quick results and a guaranteed refund if not satisfied. It notes most stubborn freckles fade with use and highlights the product as a solution for a clear complexion.
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Sean
Witty Advice on Love and Hesitation
A judge notes that women often change their minds after saying yes rather than after no. The text suggests men may misinterpret a woman's love signals and that those who lament pain often imagine their own suffering in silence.
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Ted
Ned
Judge
Old Kilmer Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Ad
A columnist quotes a prominent druggist praising Dr Kilmer Swamp Root for kidney liver and bladder troubles claiming broad sale and reliable results. Readers can request a sample bottle by mail to Kilmer Co with a small payment and paper mention. Availability in drug stores is advertised.
Couldn't Feare Him The Editor And The Office Boy
The editor confronts Jerkinson about taking yesterday afternoon off claiming to attend his aunt's funeral. The boy admits lying and jokes about the poor game played on the baseball grounds.
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Jerkinson
Not the Reply She Expected
A sharp exchange over marriage finances features Pa advising that if money is required the daughter must marry for cash. The humor hinges on the expectation of support and a mockery of material need within a family vignette.
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