Australian flora and fauna reach epic scale in nature study
Prepared by the National Geographic Society, the piece extols Australia’s unique flora and fauna. It details eucalyptus diversity from gums to ironbark, tall timber, tannin yields, oils, and durable timbers, plus rich birdlife including the bower, lyre, cockatoos, and the emu, noting the emu as national symbol and the coat of arms shield.
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New Zealand
America
Europe
Australia
Gimlet
Victoria
West Australia
New South Wales
South
Foresta
Ensland
Papua
The Orchard Guard and Clara's Courage
Clara, a strong worker in the apple orchard, confronts owner Barkes after discovering he has fired workers and kept the frost danger to himself. She reveals the workers’ loyalty to the land, lights burning stoves alone, and inspires a companywide rethink. Barkes relents, promoting Clara to overseer, settling back pay for Tom, and restoring Rosa.
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Half Cent
Rosa
Mr. Barkes
Clara
Cent
Tom
York
Lialf Cent
Keesa
Therchard
Home Guard
Mence
Halt Cent
Lace and Chiffon Ensembles Parade as Midsummer Vogue
A Parisian inspired midsummer fashion feature highlights lace and chiffon ensembles paired with sheer parasols in pale pink peach tones. It notes printed silk parasols and velvet sheath accents, with delicate wraps and hats of transparent materials enhancing festive daytime attire.
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Milady
Maple Extracts Not Accorded Due Praise
A Kansas City Star excerpt laments that maple extracts miss deserved acclaim as traditional foods like wild turkey or clams receive. It notes only New England and northern New York readers recognize the genuine article, with sap sauce and snow treacle cited as proof of authentic flavor. Some remain opposed to hot cakes without pure maple syrup or sugar.
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Brillat-Savarin
New England
New York
Kansas City Star
Charm of Simplicity in Painting Progress and Simplicity
A quotation notes that great painters grow in reputation by simplifying their technique toward perfection. It argues that true charm lies in simplicity, which replaces complex methods as mastery develops.
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National Geographic Society
Washington, D. C
Ustralia
Victorian Forests Department
Dandening Ranges
Jackasses
D. J. Walsh
Julia Bottomley
Western Newspaper Union
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