Distinctive Equestrian Washington Statue Chosen for Newark Park
Sculptor J Massey Rhind presents a standing George Washington beside his charger, a novel pose that won acceptance in a competition by Amos Van Horn estate executors for Washington Park Newark New Jersey. The design depicts Washington at his last camp, Rocky Hill, offering a new view of the Father of His Country.
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New Statue of Washington by J Massey Rhind
A twelve foot high bronze statue of George Washington rises on a pedestal three feet high, atop a seventy five foot diameter mound. Washington wears a general’s riding cloak, holds the reins, and the horse paws the ground as the sculptor aims for a dignified yet varied pose.
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Washington's Books Priceless Library in Boston Athenaeum
A review of Washington's private library now in the Boston Athenaeum notes the 455 volumes and pamphlets, with 334 volumes tied to General Washington and the rest to Washington family members. The 1849 library committee highlighted his manuscripts, portraits, and items that would command high value among collectors.
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Fragmentary Text Recounts Illusory Washington Echoes
Brief, garbled snippet reflects dialogue about George Washington and an attributed phrase about belief and construct. The readable lines reference ECO and an imagined inability to tell an ally, suggesting a clipped quote or transcription error without clear event or date.
Gems From Washingtons Farewell Address
Delivered Sept 3 1798 the speech argues the people's duty to obey government asserts parties may check rulers in free systems but not in popular elective ones warns against foreign influence and stresses religion morality and justice as foundations for political prosperity urging vigilance against external meddling.
Facsimile of Contemporaneous Washington Entombment Account
A scanned reproduction from the Ulster County Gazette of January 4 1800 presents a contemporary account of George Washington dying at Mount Vernon December 14 1799 and his entombment. The page includes a mourning border a short poem On the Death of General Washington by a Young Lady and a three column obituary with general news and advertisements of the era.
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Ode on General Washington Dead in Ulster County Gazette
A young writer laments General Washington's death. The poem questions mortality and fame, praising Washington as a generous patriot and Columbia's glory. It reflects mourning, patriotism, and Mount Vernon pride with solemn, ceremonial diction.
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Dawn of Washington Glory Preserves Bright Future
An era ending with a solemn note of triumph for Washington as the American president and general are seen as enduring symbols. The vision foresees unfading glory that will illuminate future ages despite the sun setting on current times.
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First in All hearts Washington Honored by All Races
A patriotic ode praising George Washington’s universal admiration across diverse groups. The verse argues his bravery at crises like Valley Forge endears him to Germans Irish French Mexicans and even Chinese while claiming nations should nurture bold leaders like Washington rather than yield to tyranny.
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He Would Have Learned
The fragment speaks of Wijjit George Washington and a father’s questioning about a delay. It hints the son would have learned to lie quickly, suggesting family influence on behavior and honesty. The text is incomplete but portrays a moral judgment tied to parental example and deceit.
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Oregon Direct Election Bill Faces Senate Clash
Des Moines reports that Iowa lawmakers push the Oregon plan to elect United States senators by direct vote. The measure, backed by Democrats and opposed by regular Republicans, advances through the House and eyes a Senate vote despite possible gubernatorial veto. The omnibus bill also reshapes repeated deadlock rules and adds primary options for senate and state legislature candidates.
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Dyersville Man Rescues Girl From Creek Attempt
Nic Clemens saved Miga McGrath from drowning after she tried to cross a creek and broke through. Otto Vandiver of Belle Plaine was injured when a plane being moved toppled, injuring his cheek and severely cutting his forehead.
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