Discovering America's Past: Customs, Legends, History & Lore of Our Great NationReader's Digest Association, 1993 - 400 ページ Featuring special sections on bizarre, delightful, and amazing aspects of our nation's unique past, these 450+ surprising but absolutely true stories examine America's history, not through its great moments, but by way of the foibles and folkways that built its character. 700 illus. and photos. |
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... hand in hand with childbirth . ( One tract written for mothers - to - be solemnly urged them to be particularly pious during their pregnancy for " they may perchance need no other linnen shortly than a Winding Sheet , and have no other ...
... hand in hand with childbirth . ( One tract written for mothers - to - be solemnly urged them to be particularly pious during their pregnancy for " they may perchance need no other linnen shortly than a Winding Sheet , and have no other ...
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... hand - pumped fire engines and hose wagons , which were set up in neighborhoods throughout the cities . Membership was consid- ered an honor , with the most prominent citizens leading the way . Much admired by the public , each company ...
... hand - pumped fire engines and hose wagons , which were set up in neighborhoods throughout the cities . Membership was consid- ered an honor , with the most prominent citizens leading the way . Much admired by the public , each company ...
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... hand a piece of gold about as large and thick as my double hands out- spread , " reported Simpson . Better yet , old Charlie had uncovered " the richest treasure the world ever saw ! " The story , enticing but un- true , appeared in ...
... hand a piece of gold about as large and thick as my double hands out- spread , " reported Simpson . Better yet , old Charlie had uncovered " the richest treasure the world ever saw ! " The story , enticing but un- true , appeared in ...
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