Etiquette from Buel on greetings and graceful bearing
A humorous survey of Buel's Manual of Self Help on American greetings. It covers the bow handshake and kiss, debating propriety at large functions, with references to historical figures and royal manners. The piece notes gloves, calling cards, and tips for appearing before Queen Victoria.
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Washington
Buel
South Lee
N.H
National Book Concern
Chicago
Ill
Grover Cleveland
Cleveland
Blaine
America
Queen Victoria
Pennsylvania Avenue
England
Americans turn to wildlife photos over hunting
A 1975 Fish and Wildlife survey shows nearly 50 million Americans observed wildlife, with 15 million photographing wildlife up from 5 million in 1970. Hunting fell slightly to 20.6 million, 11 percent of the population, while fishing drew 53.9 million participants. Nonconsumptive recreation rises as states seek funding for wildlife projects.
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Fish and Wildlife Service
Department of Interior
Donna Allen
Allen
Defenders of Wildlife
Izaak Waltons
Interior Department
Oregon
Texas
Alaska
New York
New York City
Congress Should Now Proceed With Energy Welfare And Tax Reform
U S Rep James M Jeffords reflects on 1977 Congress noting high output and many laws, despite energy and Social Security reform snags. He calls for continued debate and smarter action on energy welfare and tax reform in the coming year.
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Congress
House
Senate
Afl-Cio
Washington
Edward Knapp
40 Years Ago December 28 1937 Highlights
A look back recalls President Roosevelt telling Congress a balanced 1938-39 budget may be possible if relief costs stay within bounds. It notes Vermont’s constitution lack of complete religious liberty per John Spargo.
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Roosevelt
Congress
Vermont
John Spargo
Old Bennington
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Count Popoff
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By Louise Sweeney
U.S
Christian Science Publishing Society
Bennington, VT
Et Gyre
Rep
James M. Jeffords
Department of Energy
Edith Craig Reynolds
Philip Leonard
Hoosick Falls Central School
Manchester
Susan Dibble
Thomas R. Dibble
Peru
Bob Dylan
Miss Dibble
Aldous Huxley
Men’s Dept
Down Park
Ladies’ Dept
Berkshire Plaza
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