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<p>A: Dancing is a favorite of both sexes. Sleigh-riding in winter, and skating, playing ball (of which there are several different games), gunning and fishing . . . "</p> | <p>A: Dancing is a favorite of both sexes. Sleigh-riding in winter, and skating, playing ball (of which there are several different games), gunning and fishing . . . "</p> | ||
<p>Nathaniel Dwight, <u>A Short But Comprehensive System of Geography</u> (Charles R. and George Webster, Albany NY) 1796), page 128. Provided by John Thorn, 2/17/2008 email.</p> | <p>Nathaniel Dwight, <u>A Short But Comprehensive System of Geography</u> (Charles R. and George Webster, Albany NY) 1796), page 128. Provided by John Thorn, 2/17/2008 email.</p> | ||
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Early Geographer Sees Variety of Types New England Ballplaying
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| Text | "Q: What is the temper of the New-England people? A: They are frank and open . . . . Q: What are their diversions? A: Dancing is a favorite of both sexes. Sleigh-riding in winter, and skating, playing ball (of which there are several different games), gunning and fishing . . . " Nathaniel Dwight, A Short But Comprehensive System of Geography (Charles R. and George Webster, Albany NY) 1796), page 128. Provided by John Thorn, 2/17/2008 email. |
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1796.4 Early Geographer Sees Variety of Types New England Ballplaying"
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