Alarm clocks tied to college loyalties may backfire
A clockmaker markets alarm clocks with seals of major colleges hoping to boost appeal. Undergrads rarely keep alarms past two weeks, and even grads may resist linking clocks to carefree college days. The piece notes mixed reactions from old alumni and students.
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Germans embrace Voltaire in Frederick the Great revival
Voltaire’s writings and portraits accompany Frederick the Great works in German bookshops and exhibitions, reflecting a revived interest despite tensions with France over the Ruhr occupation. Parisian anti French sentiment apparently does not extend to Voltaire, who is displayed beside the Prussian king.
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Religious School Quiz Reveals Misread Organization Names
An Indianapolis school teacher asked pupils for five religious groups. A girl named The Ladies' Ade, the Brother's hood, and the Lay men's league, later clarified as the Laymen's League, were in error during the investigation.
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Franklin Tribute Honors Ben Franklin Home and Grave
Leaves from trees at Heron England near Franklin family home were laid on Poor Richard's grave in Philadelphia on Memorial Day under Sulgrave Institution auspices. Franklin spent 19 years in England and often visited the old Becton homestead.
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Fuel Woes Hit Russian Railroads Inmired by Waste
The Nation's Business reports Russian locomotives burn twice as much fuel as in 1910. Only half of fuel reaches wheels. a portion is stolen, 15 percent wasted by revolutionary firemen, and 10 percent lost to poor fuel quality.
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He Favors Sandal Fashion For Comfort
A reader, hobbling as if foot pain, says he would join sandal wearers if style leaders start a campaign for comfort. He imagines sandals offering relief from rain mud and slush and would prefer semi bare feet to let tired feet breathe.
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