Woman Brain Power in Competition for Life and Love
An essay argues that in modern times women must combine brains with beauty to advance, as intellect secures opportunity while beauty opens doors but fades without substance. It contends brains enable lasting success, and urges women to wield intelligence as a competitive weapon.
The Debate on Physical Strength and Health
The piece contrasts physical strength with constitutional health and endurance. It argues large muscles alone do not guarantee vitality or longevity and cites the need for coordinated training, proper breathing, posture, and walking style to prevent degeneration and premature aging.
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Cambridge
A Philosophical Reflection on America’s Crucible
The excerpt contemplates America as a crucible where diverse ingredients blend into an unknown outcome. It questions pursuit of riches and power versus evangelical renunciation and humility. It warns of decadence and asks if civilization’s pole will endure as time reshapes the world.
Pay of Government Employees and Salary Uniformity
The piece argues that public service pay is unfairly distributed across grades and regions. It notes the difficulty in setting uniform salaries while reflecting skill and efficiency. The speaker urges bright young men to seek productive work outside government positions.
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Washington
Alabama
New York
Massachusetts
Cupid in League with the Waitress
A historical note claims Chicago waitresses have the best chance of securing a husband through strategic hospitality. It describes waitress tactics from arranging favorable service to offering enticing meals, asserting that a pretty waitress can win a man by small courtesies and comforting dishes.
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Chicago
American Extravagatore What must impress any visitor to the United States
An observer notes America’s vast prosperity with rising wages and rents. He argues living costs haven’t outpaced earnings or regular work benefits, yet a shifting standard of living makes yesterday’s luxuries today’s necessities. A future reaction could bring disaster if extravagance continues.
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United States
America
The Public Press and Its Unabated Influence
A historical reflection on the press as a social censor and public guardian. It argues the press shapes popular judgment, should remain pure and unbiased, and contrasts editorial power with today’s competitive landscape. It notes the news columns’ growing influence in public discourse.
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Horace Greely
Christocentric Theology and the Power of Christ
The speaker argues theology should center on Christ not past hellcentric views. Christianity requires living with Christ at heart, deriving favor with God and power with men. The passage praises Christocentric faith as the source of heroic living and worship, ending with a Hosanna-filled doxology to Christ.
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Igh Price Hughes
Hell
Christ
Ilim
Martyr
Rome
Satan
The Mysteries of Love and the Woman’s Power
A reflective essay contrasts male and female approaches to love, arguing women are the artists and drivers of love while men are overwhelmed by pride and practical concerns. It cites Saint Theresa and figures like Mirabeau and Liszt to illustrate women’s decisive influence and love as a life guiding force.
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St. Theresa
Hell
Mirabeau
Goethe
Europe
Liszt
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