Centennial Anniversary of Washington Presidency Review
A lengthy, florid account reviews Washingtons inaugural year and the early republics birth, detailing the Revolution, the drafting of the Constitution, and the first presidential election. It notes Washingtons resignation to Mount Vernon, his return to New York, and the simple inauguration, with plans for centennial observances across New York Chicago and national celebrations including parades, speeches, and fireworks.
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Washington
Cornwallis
Yorktown
House of Commons
America
New York
New Destiny
Congress
Mount Vernon
Annapolis
Great Britain
Benjamin Franklin
United States
Auy Foren
Frankesue
England
Philadelphis
Oweh
Paradelphla
Raven Blates
State House
Edswund Rindalph
Fnally
Louviain
Fraundhin
Theen
Congress of the Confederation
New ‘York
Centennial celebration events and displays in New York
The piece describes displays of fire-works funded to ten thousand Goare reserves, a grand centennial ball at the Metropolitan Opera House with President Harrison and Vice President Morton expected, and a notable quadrille opening. It notes widespread patriotic observance nationwide, with New York and Chicago leading ceremonies in honor of a sacred day in American history.
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Frenna
Celal
Park
Garfield Park
South Park
Lake Front
New York City
Harrison
Patb Avenue
Hreets
Bre Key
Madison Square
Metropolitan Opera House
Morton
Tess
New York
Chicago
Fragmented 19th Century News Fragments Span Industry and Politics
A jumbled report references sulfur in California supply, a Chicago land sale, divorces, a Danville coal lump, a NYC tunnel venture, charitable societies, immigrant housing in Washington Territory, and stray notes on flags, academia, and early transport. It mentions a Harrison procession, a cabinet dinner lacking wine grown in the U.S., a P. T. Barnum statue, and several exaggerated figures.
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California
Chicago
A'Sr Lacuis Coal Company
Danville
New York City
Washington Territory
Harrison
Washington
Mra
Stafford
Edgartown
Lass
Montes
Avanta University
Massachusetts
Georgia
Bisle
America
England
P.T. Barnum
New York
Barcumbes
Dill
Stone Fall Jackson
Jackson
Lexmeton
Wallubist
Richmond
Taner
Milne
Electro
Nichel Lowe
Notable Washington Portraits Exhibit at Metropolitan
A centennial loss exhibition at New York's Metropolitan Opera House showcases Gilbert Stuart replicas and other portraits of George Washington. The show highlights both historically important works and artistic faults, with notable pieces including a full length Stuart portrait from 1790s and replicas of the celebrated likeness.
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George Washington
Gilbert Stuart
Washington
Prinestox
Hari Nee
Cale
Stuart
Paul
Princeton
Mercer
Hiss
Maryland
Mouns Vernon
Langside
Galebert Stuart
Marquis of
Lititowne
Smart
Srs
Artsa Latie
Coegdinten
Dee Band
Neword Lying Co
Arehsbakt
Roberto
Robertem
Census Taker Porter and his journalistic ties
Rotect P Porter is introduced as the census taker for the New York Prem and as a strong proponent of high protection. The piece traces his work with the tariff inquiry and his connections to The Laws York Tribune, plus his later writing abroad on European affairs.
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P. Porter
New York
Lecsey
Robert
Porter
United States
Tariff Cueusiedon
York Tribune
Actin
Artichsen
England
France
Germany
Unis
Florm
Tha Fitadalphia Pro
Seon
Synikate
Oewspapere
Life of James A. Sexton and Civil War era service
Fragmentary biographical sketch traces James A. Sexton from early life in the 1580s to service in the Civil War era. Mentions family background, apprenticeship, militia activity, battles near Nashville and Fort Apalate, and later command roles under Gen. A. J. Senich. Concludes with notes on health and wartime duties.
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Chicago
Cleaning Night Converts to Domestic Chaos in Tenement
A chaotic scene unfolds as a tenant laments chores and window washing while a group of women and neighbors debate duties. The dialogue reveals tension over tasks, with references to carpet cleaning, lifting heavy objects, and a plan to manage the day’s work. The exchange ends with assurances of cooperation and a wary, humorous tone.
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