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Sam G. Howard
@samghoward.riliberator.com

“Are mutton chops simply sideburns with territorial ambitions? Or can they be considered a beard that declines connection?” IMO… no beard!

Alexis Coe@alexiscoe.bsky.social

A beard dispute! The archives do not speak with one voice. The two schools of thought: Strict Constructionist: No chin coverage, no beard. Substantial Compliance: Mutton chops that nearly connect constitute a beard. Cast your ballot!👇🗳️🧔‍♂️🙃 alexiscoe.substack.com/p/horace-gre...

alexiscoe.substack.comHorace Greeley’s Chin: Vote on a Question of National Follicular ImportanceWelcome to the Federal Historic Facial-Hair Zoning Board.

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Sam G. Howard
@samghoward.riliberator.com

I would say bearers of extremely patchy facial hair say “I can’t grow a beard.” But also, I think this is also a matter of intent. It strikes me that Greeley seems to be shaving his chin (and, in some period, jawline), which seems like he could have them fully bearded and is choosing not to?