California School Uniform Bill Sparks Debate On Democracy
A commentary questions the push for mandatory uniforms in California schools. It argues the bill risks reinforcing class snobbery while noting occasional comfort in simple attire. The piece contrasts dress with broader moral and existential reflections on society and progress.
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California
Lucille
Marie
Miller
Susie
Marjorie
Star Gazing and the Unchanging Heavens
The piece muses on spring and summer nights, contrasting Earth's changing landscape with the constancy of the stars and moon. It invites readers to seek peace by viewing the heavens, noting enduring celestial patterns since ancient times.
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Moses
Sinai
The Search for Youth From Ancient Manuscripts to Modern Vanity
Professor James H Breasted notes a 1600 B C manuscript chapter on changing an old man into a twenty year old, portraying an ancient aversion to aging. He argues aging reflects heart arteries and kidneys, warns against radical changes after fifty, cites folly of eternal youth and the myth of the fountain of youth.
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James H. Breasted
Ponce de Leon
Fountain of Youth
Cumberland United Wins Provincial Cup In Dramatic Match
Cumberland United defeats St Andrews 4-1 in a tense provincial cup final. Dave Turner shares sportsmanlike postgame apologies after the victory as players sing Cumberland on the ball en route to a Jericho Beach banquet.
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Cumberland United
St. Andrews
Dave Turner
Geo. Graham
Cumberland
Saints
Blair
Dave
Cumberland Boys
Sacki
Jas. Quinn
Granville St
Goofy Tuned to Victory at Vancouver Bay Celebration
Fans on the Vancouver wharf and Union Bay greeted the team as they carried the Provincial Cup home. Bob Brown led cheers while Sacki Conti, praised as captain, steered the crew toward the big silver mug amid songs and parade would-be champions.
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Vancouver
Granville St
St. Regis
C. B. Allan
Scotty
Bill Walker
Union Bay
Bob Brown
Bay
Sacki Conti
Letter of gratitude after Madame Tussaud fire loss
John T. Tussaud writes Cumberland Islander thanking readers for support after the Madame Tussaud Exhibition in London suffered a devastating fire. He notes irreparable loss of relics, widespread esteem for Madame Tussaud, and offers appreciation for public sympathy and offers of aid.
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Madame Tussaud
London
Eng
John T. Tussaud
Cumberland Islander
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