Early Roots of Genius Say heredity and surroundings shape prodigies
Stanford researchers studied 300 eminent men and women to learn how childhood traits predict later genius. They found a strong mix of favorable heredity and early life opportunities, with elite parents and nurturing environments aiding ascent, but noted genius also arises from unique traits and persistent drive beyond circumstance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morris Fishbein
American Medical Association
Hygeia
Health
Stanford University
United States
Bunyan
Carlyle
Kant
James Cook
Cornelis Jansen
Pitt
John Quincy Adams
Humboldt Brothers
Mozart
Michelangelo
Weber
Abraham Lincoln
Faraday
Blucher
Genius traits and early signs in historical figures study
Stanford psychology researchers analyzed life records of 300 eminent individuals to identify factors behind genius. They examined early behavior, education, home life, travel, reading, and 67 personality traits, noting persistence often outweighed top intelligence in creating greatness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Psychology
Stanford University
Breakfast Talk At Lundy House Sparks Gossip
Faith, newly hired, praises the breakfast and coffee at Mrs Lundy’s home while her employer Bob and Joy discuss Cherry’s pregnancy. Faith’s anxious humor hints at additional drama as she and Bob share a restrained, friendly exchange. Tomorrow hints at Faith’s brooding about the situation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob
Faith
Jim Lane
Joy
Mr. Lane
Cherry
Mrs. Lundy
Mrs Lundy
Mrs. Lund
Mrs Lunds
Women as trouble makers say Carrie Chapman Catt
Carrie Chapman Catt tells a women’s convention that women have caused more irritation than any other force in history’s wars. She notes women imitate men’s rhetoric on race and foreign policy and cites nonwhite women joining in. She asks if you’ve ever heard of a quarrel starting from a man’s anger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrie Chapman
Catts
Catt
Mystery Box Of Joan Southcott To Be Opened In Crisis
The article recalls Joanna Southcott’s sealed box entrusted to a friend with vows it be opened only during a national crisis in the presence of bishops. The writer speculates she may have enjoyed the dramatic spectacle as grave national leaders prepare to convene for the ritual.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joanna Southcott
Joanna
Witty Quips and Catt-Driven Fun Stirring Debate
The article notes women like Mrs. Catt may stir trouble yet enjoy lively banter. It references box containments with phrases such as You're stung and Who got fooled indicating playful jabs among participants.
Jazzsized student views and golf club gender split
A Swarthmore graduate argues modern college women mix careers with marriage while maintaining hair trends. An Illinois Women's Golf Club member complains male behavior on courses inspires women to form women only play. The letter reflects campus norms and gendered social spaces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Stone Jameson
Swarthmore
Wim
Grad
Illinois Women's Golf Club
Dlay
Fair
Chicago
Questioning gender roles in a candid salon discussion
A speaker asserts women receive the treatment they want from men, noting a long history of exposure to male insults. The remark reflects a casual, provocative stance on gender dynamics and social interactions.
Coolidge Church Visit Stirs Interest In Spiritual Guidance
President Coolidge attends morning services as the Coolidges go to hear Rev. Dr. Jason Noble Pierce. Report notes the public interest in the character of the spiritual guidance received by the president and his family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rodney Dutcher
NEA
Washington
President Coolidge
Coolidges
Jason Noble Pierce
Lindberghs
Pierce sermon favors gentle epigrams over strong ideas
The Rev Dr Pierce relies on platitudes rather than forceful original thoughts. He argues that character is revealed by speech and offers phrases like What’s so wonderful as a little child and No word is quite so sweet in all our vocabulary as da da or ma ma. He avoids sentimentalism toward the guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coolidges
Pierce
Sermon at Metropolitan Theater Draws Crowds During Condemned Church Service
The First Congregational Church led by Pierce worshiped in the Metropolitan theater after their building was condemned. Patrons mingled with Lindbergh watchers as lobby posters for Getting Gertie’s Garter provoked attention and police struggled to move the crowd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Congregational Church
Pierce
Shepherd
Metropolitan Movie Theater
Lindberghs
the Coolidge
Marie Prevost
Gertie
Marie
Fragmentary Note on Police at a Lobby Scene
A partial account describes people clustered outside as police held the crowd at the mezzanine while Lindberghs and Coolidges moved through the lobby, suggesting a tense departure after a first clinch and fade out.
Summer School Draws 81 Towns to Oreston Extension
A summer school at the Oreston extension gathers 81 towns with counts for each. Key participants include Edwards, Crane, Clarence Mayhew, Clarence Wilmeth, James McClaran, Linn Stephens, and Merrill Porter among 14 men and boys taking courses.
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Oreston Extension
Adair
Afton
Aliope
Beaconsfield
Bedford
Benton
Bevington
Blocton
Floorville
Bridgewater
Casey
Cenerville
Churchville
Clarinda
Olumbus Neb
Conway
Cornag
Creston
Cromwell
Cum Vriend
Davis City
Decatur
Weatur City
Delphos
Diagonal Elliot
Euston
Emerson & “Ontanelle
Gillette Wood
Glenwood
Gravity
Grand River
Greenfield
Tastings
Henderson
Imogene
Kellerton
Kent
Lamont
Lenox
Leon
Lestie
Lorimer
Macksburg
Maloy
Stanton
Stuart
Talmage
Thayer
Tingley
van Wert
Willisea
Weldon
Winterset
Wiota
Woodburn
Edwards
Crane
Orville Pratt
Warner'lron
Clarence Mayhew
Clarence Wilmeth
Brits
Willits
Hill Nettl
Arthur Odell
James McClar
Students travel to school routes noted by seven names
Those driving to and from school every day are Arthur Odell, Mima Harriesa, Alice M. Pavis, Marie Wallace, Ora Baxter, Harry Cole and Selma Olson. Ninety-three students are spending the weekend out of the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Odell
Mima Harriesa
Alice M. Pavis
Marie Wallace
Ora Baxter
Harry Cole
Selma Olson
Old Instruments Found At Pacific University Forest Grove
Disciples of Samuel B B Morse locate original instruments and a cabinet of books once owned by Morse at Pacific University Oregon The library includes works by Jedediah Morse and a 1542 edition of Ptolemy The collection was donated by Sydney Edwards Morse about fifty years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forest Grove
Ore
Samuel B. B. Morse
Pacific University
Jedediah Morse
Ptolmey
Cotton Mather
Samuel Morse
Sydney Edwards Morse
Executor's Notice in Estate of Frances Hunt Deceased
Executors notice to all interested persons in Union County Iowa. On June 4 1927 Francis Edgar Hunt appointed executor of Frances Hunt estate. Debts must be paid to the undersigned and claims presented for court allowance. Attorney Elmer L. Hunt. Pub dates June 4 11 18.
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Francesa Hunt
Perons
District Court
Union County
Ilowa
Frances Hunt
Francis Edgar Hunt
Elmer L. Hunt
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