In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
HELIOGRAM
heliogram
(noun) a message transmitted by means of the sun’s rays
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
heliogram (plural heliograms)
A message transmitted by a heliograph.
Source: Wiktionary
He"li*o*gram, n. [Helio- + -gram.]
Definition: A message transmitted by a heliograph.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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THOUGHTFULLY
(adverb) showing consideration and thoughtfulness; “he had thoughtfully brought with him some food to share”
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