Around the World with General Grant: A Narrative of the Visit of General U.S. Grant, Ex-president of the United States, to Various Countries in Europe, Asia, and Africa, in 1877, 1878, 1979 : to which are Added Certain Conversations with General Grant on Questions Connected with American Politics and History, Volume 1, Part 2American News Company, 1879 |
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Page 327
... . There are no interesting facts about Ramleh , except that it is of Saracen origin . The tradition that here lived Joseph of Arimathea is not accepted , and the town was not deemed worthy of scrutiny . We had an escort of lepers as.
... . There are no interesting facts about Ramleh , except that it is of Saracen origin . The tradition that here lived Joseph of Arimathea is not accepted , and the town was not deemed worthy of scrutiny . We had an escort of lepers as.
Page 328
... fact that meets and oppresses you . The hills have been washed bare by centuries of neglect , and terraced slopes that were once rich with all the THE ROAD TO JERUSALEM . 329 fruits of Palestine are 328 THE HOLY LAND .
... fact that meets and oppresses you . The hills have been washed bare by centuries of neglect , and terraced slopes that were once rich with all the THE ROAD TO JERUSALEM . 329 fruits of Palestine are 328 THE HOLY LAND .
Page 331
... fact quite a small army . The dragoman of our consulate carries an Ameri- can flag . As we drive on , the consul , Mr. Wilson , and the pacha's lieutenant , ride toward us , and there is a cordial welcome to Jerusalem . We had expected ...
... fact quite a small army . The dragoman of our consulate carries an Ameri- can flag . As we drive on , the consul , Mr. Wilson , and the pacha's lieutenant , ride toward us , and there is a cordial welcome to Jerusalem . We had expected ...
Page 343
... fact confirming your belief in the Hill of Calvary . There was a visit to Bethlehem , which was disagreeable on account of the rain and snow , and severely tried all the members of the party . There was a dinner at the Pasha's palace ...
... fact confirming your belief in the Hill of Calvary . There was a visit to Bethlehem , which was disagreeable on account of the rain and snow , and severely tried all the members of the party . There was a dinner at the Pasha's palace ...
Page 347
... fact that March in this portion of Turkey is of the most disagreeable kind . Ice , snow , and rains prevail , and the warmest and stoutest clothing is necessary . A cold fog blows up from the Black Sea , which is of the most penetrating ...
... fact that March in this portion of Turkey is of the most disagreeable kind . Ice , snow , and rains prevail , and the warmest and stoutest clothing is necessary . A cold fog blows up from the Black Sea , which is of the most penetrating ...
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