New Dyak Fashions Reflect Change From War to Trade
The article notes a shift among the Dyak people of Borneo from head hunting to farming and adopting clothing and civilization indicators. It contrasts early missionary reports of frequent head loss with modern times, when news travels by wireless.
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Borneo
Windmill palm proves hardy under low temps and rough handling
The Trachycarpus excelsus, or windmill palm, is noted as exceptionally hardy in cold conditions and capable of withstanding rough treatment, making it a robust plant for challenging climates and care.
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California
Goat Foot Shape and Climbing Fitness in Nature
Observers note the goat's foot shape and build as evidence of divine design. The sturdy hooves and flexible ankles enable rocky ascent and sure footing, illustrating how creatures are suited to their tasks.
Shadow and Night in a Quiet Landscape Scene
A twilight vignette describes a shadowy border scene with a radiant figure near a lake, a bird tracing a careful path, and the stillness of dusk overtaking water and sky. The image centers on the tiny organism and the sun’s retreat from a glossy bird back into evening.
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Tewne
Ivan
Srith
Value in Association As Progressive Means
Quote by Mazzini on association as the path to progress uniting productive forces and aligning individual life with the collective whole. It emphasizes collaboration across human mind manifestations for societal advancement.
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Mazzini
The Age of Retirement Debate
A dialogue discusses usefulness and retirement age, noting that wealth can let a person retire early while circumstance dictates when usefulness ends.
Seventh Annual Closing Events At Children's Play Ground
The seventh annual closing athletic events at the Common were held Friday and Wednesday under Supervisor Edwin Mann. Boys and girls of various ages competed for prizes in running jumping and games, with James Maher and Christina Dennis among the notable winners. No accidents occurred, and Mister Mann ends his seventh season with high regards from the children.
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Jove Raposa
Sam Phenes
Philip Forza
Arthur Sousa
Albert Ethier
James Maher
William Remieres
Thami Georgio
Louis Rinaldi
Tony Depand
James Riley
Christina Dennis
Mary Ferrara
Agnes Fay
Doris Goulett
Emily Formisano
Mister Mann
Cost of Writing Letters Per Letter
A Popular Science Monthly note states that considering stationery stamps stenographer salary typewriter accessories overhead and dictation time the cost per letter is 40 cents as an absolute minimum.
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Popular Science Monthly
Rich Platinum Rock From Siberia Found In Ore Slack
Kunst experiment yields 200 ounces of platinum from 9,720 pounds of chromitic slack. Platinum is being secured from dunite, a conglomerate rock, via grinding and washing to extract the metal from chrome-iron ore.
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Silberia
Seeing Him Daily Versus Weekly: A Newlywed Realization
A newlywed woman learns that marriage alters the dynamic of time and closeness. The contrast between limited weekly meetings on Wednesdays and Sundays and daily presence reveals how space reshapes companionship and expectations.
Letters From Soldiers Describe Life Aboard Naval Base
A soldier writes from U S Naval Base No 6 detailing daily life including a developing baseball diamond, YMCA plans, church attendance, street markets, and dormitory life. He notes American troops can drink, Red Cross support, and hopes for a dispensary job while promising to write home when possible.
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Munroe Family Receives Letter From Son in England
Mr and Mrs George C Munroe of 16 Prospect Street received a letter dated August 6 from their son George F Munroe in Battery C 66th Artillery stating he arrived safely in England and is feeling fine He enclosed a personal greeting from King George given to every American soldier upon arrival overseas.
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George F. Munroe
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