The Age of Washington Poem and Roadside Echoes
A long poem honors George Washington at unveiling ceremonies and along the historic Severn crossroads. It recalls his farewell voyage, public tributes, and public sentiment as crowds cheer on the General Highway. The piece contrasts Washington’s era with national progress and includes a pastoral roadside homage. Also included is a country farming essay urging adoption of engine power and mechanization to modernize agriculture and reduce wartime unpreparedness.
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Washington
Washingan
Washinington
Fisher Ames
Severn Cross Roads
Annapolis
Colleges of Agriculture
England
Alley Forge
Valley Forge
Moscow
Marshall
Lost Cause and Washington’s Enduring American Spirit
The piece argues Washington’s legacy remains noble and triumphant, while celebrated martyrs fuel romantic Lost Cause myths. It contrasts heroic death’s appeal with enduring independence, urging reverence for Washington as Father of His Country and defender of freedom. It links this to the Declaration and 1776 ideals, urging sober, justice‑driven patriotism.
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Liege
Lexington
Edith Cavell
Jane McCrea
Ington
Washington
British Tribute to Washington in London Graphic
The London Graphic marks George Washington as a true Englishman of the Pym and Hampden breed who taught tyranny in the person of George III and helped spark the free development of the British empire, a historical tribute from the paper.
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Washington
George Washington
United States
George III
London Graphic
Quote from George Washington on law and force
A George Washington remark argues that no law suits all tastes or parts of society and that without force no law can be executed. The saying reflects skepticism about universal legality and the necessity of power to enforce laws.
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George Washington
Valley Forge winter heroism and Washington’s faith
A historical reflection on the Valley Forge winter, detailing Washington and his troops enduring extreme hardship. It recounts food and clothing shortages, the surgeon general like figures, and Washington’s fervent prayer as Isaac Potts observes. It emphasizes perseverance and divine guidance blamed on fate rather than failure.
Tractors Needed in Agriculture for War Effort
A World War II era call urges American farmers to boost tractor production to meet spring plowing needs and strengthen national defense. The piece argues farms must convert to efficient machinery to supply food and sustain wartime prosperity amid global conflict.
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Russia
Asia
New Kind of Nourishment
An old Black patient Nathan at a hospital is asked about nourishment. A nurse and doctor converse as Nathan describes receiving a piece of glass to suck, revealing a crude misunderstanding and a troubling racial stereotype from the era.
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Darkey
Nathan
Boas
Yasir
How Is It Conversing With Charles Chaplin
A playful quotation recalls a chat with Charles Chaplin about earning a salary. He responds with a light instructive line, “Just walk this way,” reflecting his famed comedic persona.
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Charles Chaplin
Drink hot water before breakfast health cure
A promotional note urges waking with a glass of hot water mixed with limestone phosphate to cleanse the stomach liver kidneys and lengthy intestines. It claims removal of indigestible waste poisons and toxins, improving digestion headaches bilious attacks constipation and overall internal purity. The remedy is described as inexpensive and almost tasteless with widespread usage.
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Sedale
White
Whitehall Ferry
Actien
Paulus
Baltimore
Maryland
God
General Washington
Severn
Martha Washington
Joyce Kilmer
New York Times
Robert Bruce
Robert Emmet
Wil
Mam Wallace
Sarsfeld
Sobie
Charles 1
Lee
Grant
Hood
Dixie
York Town
Cornwallis
Philosophy of Law
Isaac Potts
Potts
Teave
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