Landmark of Revolution in New York Mansion History
The Jumel mansion in Washington Heights is highlighted as a rare colonial landmark in New York City. Once Washington’s headquarters and Mary Phillipse’s home, it later housed tensions between British loyalties and American independence, with notable residents including Aaron Burr and John Jacob Astor, reflecting a storied postwar era.
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New York City
Jumel Mansion
Depew
Fraunce
Washington
St. ‘Paul's Church
Tumel
Tmne
America
Washington Heights
Roger Morris
Mary Philipse
Mary Phillipse
Morrie
Morris
Morrises
England
Feet
Lafayette
M. Jamel
James
Manhattan
Aaron Burr
John Jacob Astor
Fitz-Green Halleck
Extraordinary African hair styles at Agram oasis
Among the most remarkable head dresses in Africa are worn by Oasis of Agram women. Their kinky abundant hair forms helmet like coiffs. The old watch tower dominates the square as the lighthouse casts revolving beams seen for miles at sea.
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Africa
Oasis of
Agram
Stomach Removal Surgery Report and Park Fruit Trees
A report from surgeon Vassallo notes successful complete stomach removal with subsequent excellent health and minimal post meal limits. The St Paul park system rejects a proposed ordinance for park fruit tree planting, citing Oakland Park’s five year success where children planted over 400 trees and noting further plantings possible as deemed advisable by the park board.
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Schlater
Vassallo
St. Paul
John R. Emerson
Chicago
Schanner
St. Paul Park System
Oakland Park
Park Board
St. Paul Pioneer Press
Tales of Her Past Engagement Revealed in Family Lore
A young woman recalls her tarnished family history shared with fiancé Fred. Old photos and childhood pranks are paraded by relatives, portraying a life of mischief and hardship. The couple remains engaged though she doubts his perfect understanding of her.
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Fred
Lucy
Tissle
Ron
Thad
Calais Portrait: A Quick Look at its Center and Cafe Noir
The piece sketches Calais as a lively yet untidy French town. It highlights the Place d Armes and the Hotel de Ville tower from the fifteenth century as a central meeting point where locals gather and enjoy cafe noir.
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Calais
Place d'Armes
Hotel de Ville
No Possible Over supply. Trusting in a Trusted Man
A reflective note discusses sufficiency of fresh air and confidence in reliable companions. The speaker argues against excess, asserting belief in trusted individuals when faced with opportunity or doubt. The tone is cautious and philosophical about human reliability.
Population groups shift as children decline and adults rise
The Division of Population notes changes in demographics with fewer children, more adults, and an aging group remaining steady. It also mentions vegetables containing alcohol and suggests reliance on vegetables as sole food could intoxicate dependent individuals.
Uncle Allen Sparks Attributed Tombstone Facts
An elderly speaker notes that a tombstone can reveal true birth and death dates, asserting that a man's life can be gleaned from his gravestone. The remark introduces a reflective moment on memory and record keeping.
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Allen
Uncle Allen Sparks
Not Eligible Seymour and Ashley Debate Adam Eve Claim
A dialogue fragment shows Seymour asking what Ashley is thinking and Ashley replying that Adam Eve could never have been lawful, with no further context or resolution. The exchange centers on a hypothetical or philosophical dispute over legality or legitimacy.
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Seymour
Ashley
Adam Eve
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