Some of our customers are unsure where to begin or somewhat intimidated by the terminology involved in the business. We will provide you with an overview of the technical terms involved in the antiquarian book trade and share various factors that contribute to the price of an antique Bible. ...
The Bank of Monroe, on Tuesday, refused to redeem its bills; closed its window shutters and doors -- and after a lingering illness of some days, reluctantly kicked the bucket! Its rags are now purchased by speculators for a mere song. Note: The report of this bank's demise was exagger...
"If I was the President, I 'd make a law to shut up all boys till they were grown; for they certainly are the most provoking toads in the world,"said Fanny, as she watched the slouchy figure of her brother strolling down the street. She might have changed her mind, however, if sh...
This is what the prophet Isaiah meant when he wrote that “Even our righteous deeds are filthy rags.” So the Father does not act upon us by applying spiritual cosmetics to gloss over our sin in order to masquerade our sin as legitimate fruit. Furthermore, the solution to the old Adam ...
Get a reference book of songs or rags (some are listed on my Books on Ragtime page). These contain titles, composers, recordings, and occasionally the current publishers of pieces and folios. Visit your parents or grandparents, or friends thereof, more often. Offer to inventory or clean their...
The White House’s Mr. White emphasized that there is absolutely no chaos within the home, as “the failingOak Hill Gazetteand other liberal rags claim in their fake news.” White went on to say, for no apparent reason, that “I know words. I have the best words.” He added that he...
She went about barefooted, and her clothes hung in rags, for she had no one to mend them, and to do it herself did not occur to her - she was a child, and as happy as a bird in our Lord's sunshine. By the stone milepost, under the large willow tree, Rasmus and Johanne played...
"Where are your trunks?" asked Tom, as he was reminded of his duty by her handing him the bag, which he had not offered to take. "Father told me not to wait for any one, else I 'd lose my chance of a hack; so I gave my check to a man, and there he is with my trunk;...
Many readers have found success placing ammonia-soaked rags around the yard; however, these need to be replaced often. If the skunks are in a smaller garden patch, put bars of strong-smelling soap or a room deodorizer near your garden. Ironically, skunks hate strong scents. ...
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