Back Shape Determines Fit for Jobs and Diet Says Doctor
Dr. Charles E. Achorn of New York argues back strength and spine shape decide culinary needs and career suitability. Narrow backs favor meat heavy diets and standing work. broad backs tolerate vegetables and endurance roles like policemen, loaders, and salesmen.
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Charles E. Achorn
New York City
Dr. Achorn
When Potatoes May Be Really Poisonous
A medical note on solanin in green potato parts warns that while tubers are usually safe after the young stage, sprouted potatoes can carry higher toxin levels. An Leipzig outbreak showed approximately 0.45 cm per kilogram, with sprouts often increasing solanin content before cooking practices remove them.
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Journal of the American Medical Association
Leipzig
J. C. Rothe
Hygienic Institute
University of Leipzig
American made Christmas tree ornaments rise in New York factories
American toy makers and glass blowers produce the new Christmas tree ornaments in New York, rivaling prewar German imports. The article details dyeing, silvering, and finishing steps, from blowing glass balls to final inspection and packing, highlighting improved hangers and a patriotic U.S. product.
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Germany
America
United States
Consid Bnce
Scientific American
Nuremberg
New York City
Santa Claus
Santa
Snowflakes Inspire New Art Motifs for Design
Scientists and artists note that snow crystals photographed outdoors on a dark screen yield intricate, highly symmetrical forms. The work of W A Bentley and Dr. Herbert P Whitlock suggests mineral shapes can inspire oil cloths textiles lace and glass designs, aiding industrial reconstruction with original motifs.
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Herbert P. Whitlock
American Museum
Whitlock
W. A. Bentley
Jericho
Bentley
United States Weather Bureau
Interesting Facts About Christmas Traditions Worldwide
This piece surveys Christmas origins and names across cultures. It notes crackers as French inspired gifts, lists Christmas names in Welsh Dutch German and Scandinavian languages, mentions Armenian January 6, and links Santa Claus to German roots. It also references relics in Cologne Cathedral and the Wise Men gifts as the origin of present giving.
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Cologne