Cul de Sac by Richard Thompson for February 16, 2021

Hayes had a whole lot of stuff to be both praised and condemned for, but I can’t think of almost any of it which would make much sense to most middle schoolers.

I wonder which two students got Grover Cleveland (one student for each of his two non-consecutive terms).

An inspiring president is not always a good thing, Petey. A recent one inspired an insurrection.

It’ll be interesting to see what is written years from now.

Rutherford B. Hayes had a really great beard if you look up the images.

Petey, too bad you didn’t get Teddy Roosevelt. Those big teeth could have inspired some new arm gnawing techniques!

Another consecutive day with a cross-reference between Cul De Sac and Richard’s Poor Almanac. This time it’s TR’s teeth.

From those to whom much is given much is expected

President Hayes had the best beard of any President. And that’s about all.

For sure, Teddy had some choppers!

Having been a secretary in elementary education publishing I learned there are a lot of misconceptions in text books — but not that bad.

“Beneficiary of the most fiercely disputed election in American history, Rutherford B. Hayes brought to the Executive Mansion dignity, honesty, and moderate reform.”

Oh, Petey! You could have fun with THAT this year!

It’s true. I read it on the internet!

Wasn’t Teddy Roosevelt the one who said, “Speak softly and show your big teeth.”

I was hoping for Van Buren so I can join their gang…

You might be amused at the Mom’ comment, but you need to read up on the Texas Board of Education who sets the textbooks for a lot of the U.S.

Wrong president; that’s Theodore Rodentvelt…

Hayes is great fun, Petey! There are all kinds of fascinating tidbits about his presidency and his person that you could use for your project.

P.S. Don’t rely on your textbook. Who knows who wrote it or with what prejudices?

More of this Trump hating nonsense? Go steal one of your own local elections.