What SCIENCE KNOWS About Shooting STARS
A Lake Michigan meteor fall lit the sky for 50 miles and caused a loud detonation. Grand Haven observers described a ball of fire and water disturbance as it struck the lake. Meteorites intrigue scientists. falls are common and sensational, as Farrington notes.
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Indiana
Illinois
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C. C. Farrington
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American Meteor Society
University of Virginia
British Astronomical Association
W. F. Denning
Earth
Farrington
Mocs
Hungary
Fiery meteors bombard earth in historical reports
A 1877 Sokobanja meteor shower described with artillery-like explosions, smoke columns, and loud thunderous detonations. Other noted falls include New Concord in 1860 and Homestead in 1875 with brilliant light shows and ground-shaking booms. The York meteorite of 1897 weighed 36½ tons and is displayed in New York.
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Sokobanja
Serbia
Farrington
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Homestead
Earth
Space
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Hauser
Ind
Piso
Weape York
Admiral Peary
Ameritory
Greenland
Natural
York City
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Growing Boys Should Not Overeat Says Dr. Dukes
Dr. Clement Dukes in the Medical Journal says rapidly growing youths aged 13 to 19 cannot be overfed if the diet is plain and wholesome. Milk remains the standard growth food with meat twice daily and ample fats. He notes many adolescents dislike meat, so cheese helps, while fruit can substitute greens, and warns that indigestion stems from too much tea or coffee rather than overeating.
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Clement Dukes
Dukes
Medical Journal
Truthful Thermometers and proper placement guidance
Advice on selecting accurate thermometers stresses consistent readings across devices and proper placement. It urges avoiding windows and doors, noting heat rises from floor to ceiling, and recommends investing in a readable instrument to ensure reliable average room temperature and detect proper air circulation for health.
Water Mirror Near Lincoln Memorial Reflects Emancipator
The Lincoln Memorial water mirror, a large reflecting pool costing 175000 dollars, will display the bronze statue of Abraham Lincoln seated. Its marble bordered lagoon spans over a third of a mile with two 850 foot extensions and a 300 by 200 foot fountain area, designed to reflect only the temple and sky without moving water.
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Lincoln Memorial
Washington
Congress
Lincoln
Washington Monument
Water Mirror
Taj Mahal
India
Longevity of Animals and Trees Versus Famous Ages
A compact survey lists lifespans for animals and trees from day fly to dragon tree, noting scientific observation and generous legends. It includes standard lifespans such as dog 10–12 years, elephant 100 years, eagle 80 years, and trees like oak 400–500 years, fir 700–1200 years, and yew up to 8000 years.
Drops and Sparks in Mercury Study Reveals Rapid Fluid Dynamics
The article recounts H E Howe and A M Worthington's early investigations into drop behavior and surface tension. It explains how rapid photography and precise mechanisms captured 30 rapid stages of a mercury drop splashing onto glass, detailing the roles of drop size height surface tension and viscosity in forming lobes and droplets within fractions of a second.
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Popular Science Monthly
H. E. Howe
A. M. Worthington
Royal Institution
Worthington
Mr. Howe
Sympathetic Pains and Referred Illnesses
A medical overview explains that pains felt away from their source do not reveal the actual problem. Ear or knee pain may reflect decay or hip disease, while stomach ache can signal spine trouble. Headache can stem from eye issues, and abdominal disorders may cause skin or limb pain. Cardiac or liver problems may present as arm or shoulder pain.
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