Two Side Kicks Zebulon and Life in a Washington Portrait
A satirical piece contrasts Zebulon the cautious showman and Life the quick, outspoken thinker. Zebulon’s grandeur and public appeal clash with Life’s blunt, probing intelligence as they are imagined in a life-like political allegory. The piece mocks Washington theater and political performance.
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NCE
Zebulon
Eiijab
Elijah Ia
Zeb
Seth
Whfe
Holly
Florida
Nisgara Falls
Washington Monument
Agari
Indianapolis
Zehuion
Tree
Ren Ton
Lijl
Federated Clubs
Washington
Lincoln
Rickets and Sunlight in Nutrition Across Time
The article explains rickets as a long known disease linked to bone mineralization and calcium deposition. It details how sunlight influences nutrition through vitamin D production, affecting growth and disease prevention in humans and animals.
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St. Loula
Stevenson Piano Found in Devonport Home
A black ebony piano once owned by Robert Louis Stevenson has been authenticated and found in a Devonport, England home. The instrument was custom made to endure tropical climates, features ornate foliate gold patterns, massive elaborated handles, and screws throughout the frame, making it significantly heavier than an ordinary piano.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Stevenson
Devonport
England
Sainon
Spring Fabrics Bring Bold Cotton Textures To Light
A Western Newspaper Molton feature notes that spring fashion centers on cottons with new textures and finishes. Innovations include rayon blends, boucle, delustered sheens, and novel weaves like durene rib and diagonals. Washable fabrics appeal to home sewers while attracting designers.
Cape fashion grows in spring models across styles
Growing evidence shows capes rising in popularity for spring. Designers feature capes as half length evening tops full length overcoats and accessories for afternoon dress in velvet tweed corduroy satin and other materials. Mainbocher highlights short cape looks on young spring outfits and as wraps for dresses.
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Mainbocher
Slippers for Evening Now Shown in All Colors
The article notes lavish evening slippers in velvet deeskin crepe satin brocade silver and gold leather with ornate detailing. Fashion evolves from glass slippers to modern toe and heel covered designs matching or contrasting gowns in show windows.
Coral Valvets in Coral Colored Pajamas with Embroidered Angora
Patterned coral valvets feature a flattering warpice weave and white angora embroidery in a conventional design. Garment details suggest delicate craft and refined texture.
Cotton Matelasse in Cherie Sicholas Style Trend
A fashion note highlights cotton matelasse fabrics as the latest choice for dresses. The piece describes a white gown with a quilted or blistered surface and a capelet edged in organdie, with a cherry taf edge in the wrap.
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Mindy Carrey
Lupe Villalubon Recalls Hollywood Break Into Movies
Lupe Villalubon recounts a long road from Mexico City to Hollywood, detailing early stage work in Mexico, border crossings, and breakthrough in a Richard Bennett led project. She describes training in two reel comedies, signing with Feature Productions United Artists, and rising to a star role in The Goodie.
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Mexico City
Wes
Lupe Villalubon
Vebex
United States
Omar Lady of the Lake
San Antonio
Mexico
Cuba
Buenos Aires
Oan American
Hollywood
Richard Bennett
Ke Lupe
Reventesa
Bollywood
Min
Isters
Wusntington
Funny Brice
Muate Box Theater
Fin Roach
Fm Severn
Douglas Faithbanks
Doug
Feature Productions, Inc
United Artists
Oxford University and Rhodes Scholars at Oxford
National Geographic describes the new $200000 Oxford extension and the Rhodes Scholarships. It covers Oxford's status, the tutorial system, faculties, and the Bodleian Library, plus the city’s romantic architecture and historic landmarks.
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National Geographic Society
Wehington
WAL Service
Aie
Prince of Wales
Osford University
Eocland
Oxford
America
Rhodes
Cecil J. Rhodes
Enoch
British Commonwealths
Radcliffe Camera
Headington Hill
Boars Hill
Berkshire Downs
College Gardens
University Parks
Divinity School
Bodleian Lrary
Bodleian
Mmcent
Oac
Famous snubs quoted by The Providence Journal
A collection of witty refusals includes the Duke of Wellington asked about Mr Robinson and a lady inviting pianist De Pachmann to a reception. The pianist cites a $500 fee for playing in her cage and $300 for introductions, delivering sharp replies about access and costs.
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Providence Journal
Duke of Wellington
Robinson
de Pachmann
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South Africa
Australia
Stanley Baldwin
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High Street
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Crushers
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