National Academy Plans Washington Home for Science
The National Academy of Sciences and National Research Council prepare a new Washington building as a center for science and research. It will house exhibits, meetings, and facilities for government, universities, and laboratories. The project includes a sun image display, Foucault pendulum, and demonstrations of natural phenomena to showcase advances in science.
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John Dickinson Sherman
National Academy of Sciences
National Research Council
Washington
Robert Andrews Millikan
Colorado Rockies
Millikan
The
Unity of Chicago
R. M. Otis
Norman Bridge Laboratory
Pasadena
Cal
California
Otis
Pikes Peak
Colorado Springs
Summit House
Lincoln Memorial
Fine Arts Commission
City of
L’enfant
George Washington
Bertram Grosvenor Goodhue
New York
Will P. Kennedy
America Today
Chicago
Mr. Kennedy
Carnegie Corporation
Research Council
Charles D. Walcott
Smithsonian Institution
Henry Wilson
United States
Massachusetts
National Academy of Sciences of
United States of America
Wilson
Academy
Smithsonian
Walcott
National Research Counsel
Nanational Research Council
Foucault
Science
America
Arta
Land of ice and Snow Herschel Island
Herschel Island sits off the Arctic coast twelve miles long and three across with no trees and sparse brush in gullies. The ground thaws eighteen inches, yielding sixty five flower varieties, many vivid. surrounding icebergs persist year round and a distant ice field blocks northern navigation. A dozen buildings remain including RCMP barracks. two ships stop yearly for Shingle Point trade posts. a Hudson Bay post operates and Eskimos use it as headquarters. The Anglican mission house, unused since Rev Fry’s July departure, stands unused.
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Herschel Island
Arctic
Hudson Bay
Elysian Fields Described Near Cumae Italy
The term Elysian Fields refers to a lush area around Cumae in Italy famed for gardens and vineyards. The label echoes Virgilian descriptions of a paradisiacal afterlife like Elysium.
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Cumae
Italy
Corn Toast and Handfuls from Kitchen Cabinet
A feature of recipes from The Kitchen Cabinet including Corn Toast with cream sauce, Lyonnaise Potatoes with onions and vinegar, Coffee Ice Cream with coffee and cream, Pea Roast using pea pulp and walnuts, and Cheese Canapes with mustard and melted cheese.
Quotable Lines Inspire Thoughtful Mood in Summer
A reflective note quotes James Russell Lowell on lengthening days and sunny mood while John Ruskin prompts imagination of fairy palaces built with good thoughts. The pairing adds a literary mood to a quiet moment.
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J. P. Lowell
Ruskin
A Nourishing Veal and Sago Soup and Sides
A vintage recipe collection lists Veal and Sago Soup with veal simmered two hours then sago cooked to clear, milk and egg yolk added. Also included are Creamed Mushrooms on Toast, Onion Puree, Fried Spanish Onions, and Pineapple Cream desserts with steps and garnishes.
Chow. Do you like Pung Chow headline
A brief, fragmentary exchange centers on whether the speaker has ever tried chow or specifically Pung Chow. The dialogue presents a casual, uncertain remark about food preference without additional context or details.
Danderine Promises Thick Hair for 35 Cents
An advertisement touts Danderine as a quick remedy for lifeless hair. It claims immediate correction of falling hair itching scalp and dandruff and promises revived color and strength. The tonic is described as refreshing not sticky or greasy available at dining stores.
Soulless Vamp Targets Higher Weekly Fee
The scene centers on Pretzel's Perfec tion Pictures and a claim from a producer that a soulless actress has driven up costs by demanding an extra thousand dollars per week. A magnate notes skepticism while others discuss the impact on their project.
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Mr. Pretzel
Pretzel
Stop the Pain from Burns and Cuts with Cole's Salve
A vintage advertisement touts Cole's Carboni salve to ease burns and cuts quickly with no scars. It invites readers to send 20 cents to Cole Co., Rockford, Illinois, for purchase through druggists or mail order.
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Cole
Cole Co
Rockford, Il
A Man’s Greatest Joy Lies in Sharing What He Knows
A man finds fulfillment in telling others what he has learned, valuing communication as the core of joy. His craft centers on imparting knowledge and guiding listeners through shared insights.
Be Prepared Sing the Multiplication Table Opera
In the wings of the opera house the conductor urges the new diva to sing, advising that if lines are forgotten she should perform the multiplication table with runs and trills. The remark highlights a playful test of readiness before a debut.
Speed of Bird Flight by Naturalist
A naturalist who studied bird flight states the gannet is the fastest soaring bird with speeds exceeding two miles per minute. The finding highlights extreme pace in avian locomotion and underscores the gannet’s streamlined shape and wingbeat efficiency.
A Lady of Distinction Emphasizes Perfume and Skin Care
An advertisement touts a refined woman’s allure through fragrance and complexion care. It endorses Cuticura Soap for cleansing pores, hot water, and Cuticura Talcum powder for a clear, sweet, healthy skin result.
Preparedness Shields Against Life’s Harshest Surprises
The saying suggests that readiness turns potential misfortune into manageable risk. It emphasizes resilience, planning, and a proactive mindset to reduce fear and impact when challenges arise.
Doing One's Best May Leave Wrinkles on the Face
A short aphorism notes that exertion and effort can age the skin, suggesting that striving for excellence may bring visible signs of wear. The remark frames perseverance as a double edged thing linking effort to aging appearances.
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Lualy Doorway
Land of
Reverend Fry
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Filetcher
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Ohio
Clifty Chemical CO
Madison
Ind
W. F. Young, Inc
Lyman St
Springfield
Macs
Dr. Thompson
Isteolis
Des Moines
Lumbago
Bayer
Mara
Smith Brothers
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