Seven Wonders of the New World Listed
The Seven Wonders of the New World are named as Niagara Falls Yellowstone Park Garden of the Gods Mammoth Cave Yosemite Valley Giant Trees of California and Natural Bridge in the United States. The list reflects a historic appellation for notable natural features.
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New World
United States
Niagara Falls
Yellowstone Park
Garden of the Gas
Mammoth Cave
Yosemft. Valley
Californis
Naturat Bridge
New Aggressive Ant Pests Threaten Italian Flower Trade
Reports in Scientific American warn of a new large vicious ant species infesting the Italian Riviera flower industry. Hort culturalists must report sightings and follow prescribed destruction steps. The ants are believed introduced from Argentina.
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Riviera
Scientific American
Wild elephants disrupt oil pipes on Sumatra Island
Elephants on Sumatra Island hinder oil development by ripping up above ground pipelines through jungle areas. Gangs of men are kept busy repairing the damage after repeated tearing of the lines by the elephants.
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Sumatra
Gastronomic affinities trace to Yuan Mét on culinary pairing
The piece explains why classic dish pairings like ham and eggs or corned beef and cabbage echo Yuan Mét ancient Chinese philosophy. It cites the saying that cookery is like a matrimony where two things served together should match.
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Frank Furters
Yuan Mét
First Large Libraries Established in America
The first large library in America was Harvard University’s, founded in 1688, six years after the college. In 1700 Yale University established a large library. Both institutions are now among the country’s greatest college libraries.
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America
Harvard University
Yale University
Seven Languages Flourish Across the British Isles
The British Isles host seven distinct languages besides English including Welsh in Wales Erse in Ireland Manx in the Isle of Man Gaelic in Scotland French in the Chanfiél islands and Cornish in Cornwall.
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British Isles
Wales
Ireland
Manx
Isle of Man
Scotland
Chanfiél Islands
Cornwall
Sun Distance From Earth Tracked Closer At 92.8 Million Miles
Observations show the sun's distance to Earth has shifted from over 95 million miles to under 93 million. Recent calculations place the separation at about 92,822,000 miles, reflecting updated estimates within living memory.
Admonitory Saying on Watchfulness in Crowds
A Boston Transcript quip extols self control in many settings and adds a playful twist to public behavior. The line warns to guard thoughts temper and tongue while also noting the social pressure of crowds.
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Boston Transcript
No Germs Found in Falklands Says Doctor
Dr T G W Deane reports no virulent wound germs in the Falklands or that climate prevents their flourishing.
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Falklands
T. G. W. Deane
Falklandslands
The True Criticism by The Dial
A quotation on criticism elevating the view that genuine judgment comes from creating writers who pursue an author’s craft, rather than from inept commentators. The line underscores the value of productive artistry over chatter.
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The
Dial
Grizzly Bear Metaphor Sparks Laughter in Indy Trial
In an Indianapolis Superior Court, after evidence was admitted, an attorney likened his client's position to a lone preacher encountering a large grizzly bear on a country road. The judge whispered to a bystander that the client seemed likely to be torn apart.
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Indianapolis
Pope and Cardinal Gibbons Farewell Anecdote
Maurice Francis Egan recalls a White House luncheon moment when a guest questioned papal infallibility. Gibbons joked that at their final farewell the pope quipped a playful, cryptic line about the cardinal’s bones.
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Cardinal Gibbons
White House
Cardinale Jibbones
Maurice Francis Egan
Review of Reviews
Villon the French Genius of the Gutter
Francois Villon, known as the genius of the gutter, adopted this name for many reasons and as a writer. He used several other noms during his life to evade authorities, reflecting his villainous character and frequent run ins with the law.
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Villon
Francois Villon
Northern Lights Explained Yet Full Mechanism Unclear
The article notes aurora borealis results from electric action causing luminosity high above Earth, perhaps 75 miles up, where air density is low. It adds that the exact way electric energy works in producing the lights remains to be explained.
Thackeray as a Great Figure of Rich Genius and Honest Purpose
Lord Rosebery lauds Thackeray as a major literary figure whose genius and humor illuminate humanity. He notes imagination sometimes clouds judgment yet affirms Thackeray bequeaths abundant literary treasures that may outlast other works.
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Thackeray
Lord Rosebery
Poor Richard Almanacs and Franklin's Maxims
The article notes Benjamin Franklin 1706 to 1790 used the pen name Poor Richard or Richard Saunders for almanacs published 1732 to 1738. These works offered maxims on temperance economy cleanliness and perseverance with the phrase As Poor Richard says attached to many sayings.
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Richard
Richard Saunders
Benjamin Franklin
Makes Up for Loss in Wisdom Gained
Quote from L Estrange notes that loss yields wisdom and turns into a gain for the sufferer. The saying frames adversity as a path to personal growth and insight.
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Ingain
Some of Them Are Prominent Conscience and Courage
A compact reflective note on conscience and bravery. It contrasts those with and without guilt, suggesting many people lack remorse or fear in difficult circumstances.
Red Cross Roll Call Poster Features Capitol Dome Scene
A striking new poster by Franklin Booth depicts the Capitol at Washington with a large Red Cross emblem. The poster promotes the Annual Red Cross Roll Call and will be displayed nationwide Armistice Day through Thanksgiving to enroll 1923 members.
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American Red Cross
Re de aEse
Capitol
Washington
Red Cross
Franklin Booth
New York
United States
Lawrence Wilbur
Junior Red Cross Praised for Work Influencing Peace
The American Junior Red Cross expanded domestic links with schools and gained pledges to organize Juniors in 12 European countries. The 1921 22 report notes 24 528 schools enrolled and 4 483 845 members wearing the I Serve badge. International exchanges connected 736 classes with 6238 European schools, plus efforts funding playgrounds libraries homes for orphans и more financed by the National Children's Fund totaling 888 237 40.
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American Red Cross
Europe
League of Red Cross Societies
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