Maryland and Virginia fishermen face new net laws
A 19th century notice outlines regulated waters for commercial anglers in Chesapeake Bay tributaries. It describes authorized construction and maintenance of nets stakes and traps, limits on location and gear, and enforcement by War Department officials to protect fisheries and public waters. The article mentions cases of law enforcement and fines for violations, with historical context on harbor boundaries and navigable waters. It notes Lacie Sam as a recurring example of enforcement and describes methods using bloodworm bait.
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Bureau of Publications
Decpartment of Agriculture
Chesapeake Bay
Local fishing club notes and river tales from the shore
A garbled account recounts fishing lore and personalities along the Potomac and nearby shores. It mentions Representative Manlove of Vis court, outdoor sports advocates, fishermen, and various catfish and bass catches. It also notes a Maryland bass fishing law awaiting ratification by Virginia and West Virginia legislatures and hints at seasonal opening challenges.
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Blemouth
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Gunston Cote
Potomac
Maryland
Virginia
West Virginia
Visitors Guide to Washington National Landmarks and Museums
The guide lists open hours and locations for major sites in Washington, including the Capitol, Library of Congress, Lincoln Memorial, Smithsonian buildings, and the National Gallery. It notes hours at Botanic Garden, Smithsonian grounds, and major federal buildings with seasonal and Sunday closures.
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United States
Capitel
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Encresivan
First Street
Government Printing Office
North Apitol
Mides
Library of Congress
Capitol
Hili
Smithsonian Building
Tentheet
Parked Autoslamper Care of Shade
A fragmented OCR item mentions parked autoslamper care and street names with garbled text. It references rail union excursion and various proper nouns, suggesting a local notice or brief with unclear details. The readable portion includes Abe archipa Devito Grars Wa and Hall Tochas He T ha.
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