In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
STANHOPES
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stanhopes
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STANHOPE
Stan"hope, n.
Definition: A light two-wheeled, or sometimes four-wheeled, carriage, without a top; -- so called from Lord Stanhope, for whom it was contrived.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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