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Weiser Signal in Weiser, Idaho

15 Nov 1900

Page 5

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Weiser Signal

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Weiser, Idaho, United States of America

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Nov 15, 1900

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5

Jane Hillard and the Continental Messenger Tale

A Boston Transcript story recalls Jane Hillard riding to warn the Continental army. She hides at her father’s Hillard mansion while redcoats search, delivering a critical packet to General Washington. The tale notes Washington’s gratitude and a lasting legacy at the Hillard house.

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June Hillard Hillard Redcoats Mada Jane State Parlor Jane Willard Uberty Troy
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Brave Hillard Girl Delivers Message for Washington

During the Revolutionary War Jane Hillard, a 15 year old from near Philadelphia, rides alone to deliver a crucial message to General Washington. She evades Redcoat pursuit, racing through countryside to reach safety and ensure the letter reaches American hands within the 12 hour deadline.

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Hillards Philadelphia Jane Hillard Jane Washington Jane Millard Redcoats Mistress Hillard
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