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... tion has been absorbed with Ameri- can antiques . Architecture , escaping late in the past century from a Victorian Egypt , found itself delivered into an era of revival of old forms and settings from the Georgian period . The mine of ...
... tion has been absorbed with Ameri- can antiques . Architecture , escaping late in the past century from a Victorian Egypt , found itself delivered into an era of revival of old forms and settings from the Georgian period . The mine of ...
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... tion from the Indians , who were not friendly on the Eastern Shore , and , where possible , the site for the church was se- lected near a creek or inlet from the bay or river ; this for easy access or escape . Travel was by water ...
... tion from the Indians , who were not friendly on the Eastern Shore , and , where possible , the site for the church was se- lected near a creek or inlet from the bay or river ; this for easy access or escape . Travel was by water ...
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... tion the names of all who possessed li- braries and book - plates in the Colonial era , in any account shorter than a com- plete volume such as Allen's . But it is interesting to briefly consider a few ex- libris owners , noting how ...
... tion the names of all who possessed li- braries and book - plates in the Colonial era , in any account shorter than a com- plete volume such as Allen's . But it is interesting to briefly consider a few ex- libris owners , noting how ...
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... tion . John's son , Edmund , followed the example of his uncle , however , and the latter adopted him , having no children of his own . Peyton Randolph was chosen Speaker of the second and third Congresses also . He died suddenly of ...
... tion . John's son , Edmund , followed the example of his uncle , however , and the latter adopted him , having no children of his own . Peyton Randolph was chosen Speaker of the second and third Congresses also . He died suddenly of ...
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... tion in America . Wealth was hereditary in the Wormeley family , and ability as well . The men of each generation re- turned to England to be educated , and held high offices in the Colony . The library for which the fourth Ralph had ...
... tion in America . Wealth was hereditary in the Wormeley family , and ability as well . The men of each generation re- turned to England to be educated , and held high offices in the Colony . The library for which the fourth Ralph had ...
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Página 128 - Revolution, for patriotic, historical, and educational purposes; to perpetuate the memory and spirit of the men and women who achieved American independence by the acquisition and protection of historical spots and the erection of monuments, by the encouragement of historical research in relation to the Revolution and the publication of its results, by the preservation of documents and relics and of the records of the individual services of Revolutionary soldiers and patriots; and by the promotion...
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Página 33 - Parliament, until a reconciliation between Great Britain and America, on constitutional principles, (which we most ardently desire,) can be obtained ; and that we will, in all things, follow the advice of our general committee, respecting the purposes aforesaid, the preservation of peace and good order, and the safety of individuals and private property.
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Página 295 - During the dinner much hilarity prevailed; but, on the removal of the cloth, it was put an end to by the President, certainly without design. Having filled his glass, he addressed the company, with a smile...
Página 74 - I get to the camp at Boston. I go fully trusting in that Providence, which has been more bountiful to me than I deserve, and in full confidence of a happy meeting with you some time in the fall. I have not time to add more as I am surrounded with company to take leave of me. I retain an unalterable affection for you, which neither time nor distance can change. My best love to Jack and Nelly, and regards to the rest of the Family, . . . with the utmost truth and sincerity. Yr entire G. WASHINGTON...