Colloquial Phrases & Dialogues in German & English ...Hogan & Thompson, 1834 |
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Page 63 - I have not heard speak of that Did you read the papers ? What do the papers say? I have read no paper to-day. Did you see that in any paper ? It is only mentioned in a private letter.
Page 123 - I have him with me; the odoriferous furrow exhilarates his spirits and seems to do the child a great deal of good, for he looks more blooming since I have adopted that practice; can more pleasure, more dignity, be added to that primary occupation?
Page 124 - The United States are the most interesting and important division of the western continent. They are distinguished for the excellence of their government, — the rapid increase of the population, — and for the intelligence, industry, and enterprise of the inhabitants. In extent of territory, the United States rank among the first political divisions of the globe. They are 3000 miles in length from east to west, and 1700 miles in breadth, from north to south ; embracing about two millions square...
Page 160 - Owing to the fertility of the soil, and the mildness of the climate, the population of Ohio has increased more rapidly than that of any other of the western states ; and in agriculture, manufactures,and commerce, it surpasses several of those lying on the Atlantic.
Page 220 - In 1787, he was a member of the convention, which framed the constitution of the United States, and his signature is affixed to that instrument. In October, 1788...
Page 89 - He generally keeps good hours. I hear a knock. Very likely it is he that knocks. Go and see. Just so. It is he. I hope I have not made you wait. Not in the least. It is but ten o'clock. We never go to bed before lia 1 1
Page 67 - If you put on too many coals, you will put the fire out. You have almost smothered the fire. Raise it with the poker, it will give it a little air. Leave the poker in, and the fire will soon burn up. It will burn up presently.
Page 122 - The instant I enter on my own land, the bright idea of property, of exclusive right, of independence exalt my mind. Precious soil, I say to myself, by what singular custom of law is it that thou wast made to constitute the riches of the freeholder? What should we American farmers be without the distinct possession of that soil?
Page 86 - Cherries and strawberries are now in their prime. They will soon be over. These grapes are quite ripe.
Page 36 - I am very well, thank you. I am very glad to see you in good health. I am very happy to see you. How is your father He is very well, I thank you.