Tecumseh and the Battle of Thames 125 Years On
A condensed historical sketch of Tecumseh the Shawnee leader, his birth legends, and the pivotal Battle of the Thames where he died. The piece traces Tecumseh’s early life, twin name origins, the Prophet’s influence, and his combat career noted alongside major battles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmo Scott Watson
Tecumseh
the Thames
United States
Tecumseh the Kings
Puckeshin
Middle West
Tikambi
Tecumtha
Point Pleasant
Andrew Lewis
Virgina
Cornstalk
Tennessee
Ted Son
St Clur
Tecumseh and the Battle of the Thames and myths of his death
A detailed account traces Tecumseh from his confederacy efforts through the Battle of the Thames. It notes his alliance with the British under Gen Brock, his leadership against Gen Johnson, and the unclear identity of Tecumseh’s killer. The piece surveys postwar claims that Vice President Johnson slew Tecumseh, supported by late 19th century letters and testimonies.
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Tecumseh
Richard M Johnson
Rior
Richard M Johnsos
Thames
Johngons Flowers
Tecumseh Johnson
Johnson
Century Magazine
D B Cook
Niles
Mich
Ottawas
Washington
Lewis Cass
van Buren
Tecumseh remembered as a heroic figure in early American poetry
An analysis of Tecumseh’s commemoration in a 19th century poem by Ohio bard A. Jones. The verse lauds his leadership and martyrdom, contrasting tribal identity with universal virtues, and situates his fame within American patriotism and Christian faith. It notes the lasting impression of Tecumseh beyond his era and cites James Mooney’s survey as corroboration of his extraordinary role in U.S. history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tecumseh
Diea
Iba Owl
Ture
James Mooney
Bureau of American Ethnology of the
Smithsonian Institutin
Trumbull
United States
Sugar as a Vital Fuel and Its Proper Use
C Houston Goudiss explains sugar’s quick energy value and its historical abundance. He compares sugar’s caloric yield to other foods, notes its role in sports and military endurance, and cautions moderation to protect teeth and ensure balanced nutrition for children.
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C. Houston Goudiss
Biase
Charming School Dress and Scallop Trimmed Day Frock
An advertisement describes a charming school dress and a scallop trimmed day frock in wool crepe cashmere gingham and jersey. It notes sizes 8 10 12 14 16 with yardage requirements and the Fall and Winter Pattern Book offered by The Sewing Circle Pattern Dept based in San Francisco.
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Busine
Sewing Circle Pattern Dept
New Montgomery Ave
San Francisco
Dell Byndigate
WNU
Wise and Otherwiss A- Wise and Otherwiss A-
Fragmentary item with aphorisms about people being good for nothing and the idea of easy street. Mentions a prehistoric man with round shoulders and a note about timing before proposing. Includes assorted street wisdom and gender comparisons in terse humorous lines.
Necklaced Fish Gatherings Reported by Collector
Collier's Weekly notes a European hobbyist who collects and studies oddly adorned fish. He has cataloged nearly 400 specimens across sizes from small trout to large sharks, many encircled with improvised outfits including tin cans shell-like objects tire casings and iron hoops from buckets and barrels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Collier’s Weekly
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W.H. Harrison
Col. R. M. Johnson
Little Turtle
Ureee
Creerville
Ohio River
Pontiac
Tenskwata
William Henry Harrison
Tippecanoe River
Isaac Brock
Fecumseh
White Mans
Ely S Parker An Leguns
Grants
Brock
Brocks
Queenstown
Proctor
Proctors
Harrisons
Perrys
Lake Erie
Procter
Thames River
Chatham
Ontario
Pr Ttt
Hoslow
Harrison Streps Procter
Kentucky
Battle of the Thames
Ohio
Dries A. Jones
Mario
Wagey
England
India
Sulut
Bago' Wey
Texaco Star Theatre
Menjou
Jeno Froman
Stra
Texaco Star Chorus
Mi Famous Guast Store
Avery Week
Max Reinhardt
Frances Tradra
Pepaodent
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