Forest Man Joseph Knowles Greeted by Boston in Spectacular Homecoming
Thousands packed North Station and Causeway Street as Joseph Knowles arrived from Portland in fur skins, then rode through crowded streets to Boston Common for a reception. Crowds pressed stations, streets, and venues from Portland to Boston as Knowles thanked supporters and prepared to share his forest experiences in the Sunday Post.
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Knowles Proclaimed in Pink of Condition by Sargent
Dr Sargent Harvard Physical Director praises Knowles the Maine woodsman as in the pink of condition at Cambridge Y M C A open house. Mayor Barry hails him as latest hero of the 20th century and the audience includes more than three thousand.
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Knowles Greeting at Harvard Draws Big Crowd
Joe Knowles arrived at Hemenway Gymnasium for examination by Dr. Dudley A. Sargent, greeted by about 1900 Harvard and Radcliffe students. The crowd pressed for a speech while Knowles attempted to quiet them and proceed with the assessment.
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Crowds Jam Washington Street to Welcome Knowles in East
Spokane editor praises East crowds as best since the world series. Harvard students and Post reporters trail Knowles through gym visits, photographs, and interviews drawing wide attention from Radcliffe and Harvard men. Ambience and curiosity surround his North Maine arrival and media spotlight.
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Tech Professor Analyzes Knowles Maine Woods Effort
Professor Davis R. Dewey of Technology economics recalled Joseph Knowles in the Maine woods during a political economy lecture. He drew economic lessons from Knowles and his unaided survival effort and noted the capital used differed from conventional capital.
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Knowles To Attend Woodland Attire Evolution Event
Mr Knowles will arrive in woodland attire made of skins and bark and demonstrate evolution to modern dress including barbering manicuring chiropody and outfitting in new clothes from local men's shops. Friends may pay respects in Filene store on the second floor near the escalator between 2 and 3 p m.
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