Industrial ascendancy of the United States asserted
A detailed examination compares U S industries with Britain and Germany, highlighting coal, pig iron, cotton, and exports growth. It argues that accelerated production, rising domestic demand, and expanding foreign trade prove American manufacturing dominance and future industrial ascendancy.
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United States
Great Britain
Germany
France
Thars
New York Clearing House
England
The Duty to Society and Personal Public Service
A thoughtful defense of individual responsibility to society insisting that private business done well is public service. It argues for active personal identification with institutions, public opinion shaped by intelligence, sympathy, and courage, and that professionals should uphold ethics, not forsake civic duty for self interest.
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Milton
Carlyle
Hampden
Woman's higher education taxes nature and vitality
A 1900 essay argues that extensive study dulls women's emotions and charm, creating a rift between intellect and femininity. It cites observed changes in affection, magnetism, and sympathy as educated women become more analytical and less romantic, while lamenting the broader push for women's higher education.
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Hough
Nan
Calla
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Rhode Island
William J. Tucker
Dartmouth College
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