Seton’s Hollow Tree Sanctuary A Naturalist’s English Refuge
A travelogue on Mr. Seton’s Cos Cob sanctuary showcases his hollow-tree habitat for birds and small animals. It details the design, climbable interior, and watchful perches that enable close study while preserving wildlife. The piece praises the woodlands, birds, and the Indian camping origin shaping boy scouts.
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New York
Thompson Seton
Canada
United States
Durham
Atlantic
Gilbert White
Selborne
Mr. Seton
Waterton
Baron Burlepsch
Royal Society For the Protection of Birds
Seton
England
Cos Cob Island
Lewisham
St. James’s Park
Design of racecourse grand stands for optimal viewing
The article argues that grand stand placement and design determine spectator enjoyment. It favors east-facing, angled stands with clear sightlines, backrests, and ample width. It stresses distance from the track, back-to-back seating, wide aisles, and comfortable Opera-house style seating to maximize attendance and comfort.
Royalty and the Press Agent: A Curious Alliance Across Europe
The article examines how European monarchs rely on press agents or royal photographers to shape public image. It cites Alfonso, Czar Nicholas II, Kaiser Wilhelm II, and Edward VII, detailing staged portraits, athletic displays, and grand processions to project strength, modernity, and youthful vigor.
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Kaolics
Great Britain
Europe
Alfonso
Spain
Portugal
Russia
Neva
Derby
Edward
Sweden
Paris
Crown
Royal
English Boxing Rules Clash With Bat Nelson in Wales Fight
A Canadian observer praises English boxing for its science and skill while predicting Bat Nelson will struggle against Freddie Welsh in an upcoming English bout. The piece contrasts British and American fighting styles and notes a sensational rumor about President Taft boxing and Gotch attempting to throw him in Washington.
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LL. Bat
England
Weilsh
Renson
Mr. Welsh
Nelson
Bat
James Fld
Ward Britt
Alfonso
Bat Nelson
States
Acros
Wonder
Freddie Welsh
James J. Jeffries
United States
White House
Frank Gotch
Chemnette
New York
Washington
Taft
Jeffries
Gotch
Chenette
Big Bill Taft
Roosevelt
Teddy
van Buren
Benjamin Harrison
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Western Canada
E. W. Darbey
Manitoba
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