Historic Christmases by Elmo Scott Watson
The piece surveys Christmas observances from ancient Bethlehem to early American history, tracing nativity narratives, ColumBUS exploration, and early American Yuletide practices. It highlights Luke’s account, Columbus’s voyage, Plymouth, and Washington’s pivotal 1776 crossing that secured Trenton’s victory, shaping Christmas memory in America.
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Elmo Scott Watson
Bette
Keteho
Palestine
St. Luke
Olirlat
Luke
Choir
Cymulus
Syrie
Amtad
Avery
Joseph
Nazareth
Mary
Aniahe
David Ao
Hovor
Christ
New World
America
Cheletopher
Laul
St. Nicholas
Sunlight, Rickets, and Ultraviolet Rays in Chinese Homes
Dr A Hartman notes sunlight reduces bone disease in childhood but Chinese poor homes lack glass to block ultraviolet rays. He reports scarce gases in Keketa, ongoing malnutrition and poor sanitation among poorer Chinese. A Paris verse painter is also mentioned in a fleeting aside.
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Obing
A. Hartman
Gasca
Keketa
Albinos Among Birds Observed in Early Feathers
Instances of albinism among birds are discussed as not rare and linked to the absence of normal coloring in the skin layers. The text notes early effects on plumage and feather appearance.
Snes Leads Then Ta Govininny Fini Work
A fragmented report notes Snes leading in a government task and finishing work. The text suggests completion of assignments and a shift toward finalization, with unclear remaining steps.
Bar Ber Poet Won Fame Likely in Germany
Won Fame aa Poet Tacques Jasmin rose from a bar keeper in Germany to be known as the bar ber poet. He was well known in troubadour circles and his early life formed the basis of his legend.
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Jasmin
Tite
Germany
Relics of Ice Age Valleys Formed by Glacial Action
fragments describe how small lakes formed from glacial meltwater and rainfall fill hollows and valleys. They note water accumulation from springs drains and rainfall, created by glacier movement that dammed valleys and produced moraine channels.
Chinese martan described in Weasel fur traits
A foreign fur known as Chinese martan is described with Weasel family origin. It features heavy bright yellowish underfur, grayish brown top, and a white stripe along the back from neck to tail. The article notes its association with weasel relatives and Chinese habitats.
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Weagel
Kettle Holes Shape Earth’s Surface From Glacial Echoes
Pieces describe kettle holes formed by glacial activity as depressions in the land. These hollow features arise from buried ice blocks melting to create irregular pits and basins in the terrain.
American Sailing Vessels: Schooner and Clipper Built Early
Fragmentary notes describe two ships planned as American vessels the schooner and the clipper. They were built in the same county around 1714 to 1718 by Captain Robinson of Gloucester, with Baltimore clippers launched shortly after.
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Robinson
Gloucester
Baltimore Clippers
Ohout
Early Prophets of Israel Review and Lessons
Review of six prophets Eirah Elisha Amos Hosea Haggai and Isaiah. Outline biographical study, modern life applications, and lesson summaries for October to December including Elijah's courage after Jezebel and Isaiah's visions. Emphasizes assigned student presentations, application questions on land poverty capital and labor prohibition and church life.
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Eiroh
Elisha
Amos
Gosea
Haggal
Isalai
United States
Elijah
Baal
Jezebel
Ahbab
Naboth
Ahab
Isaiah
Atmoss
Weish Ping Dols
Israel
Flosen
Ysaiah
Ong
Ahaz
Hezzekiah
House of the Lord
Measuring Life Motto by A W Beaven
A W Beaven reflects that life is not measured by length or wealth but by quality. He argues that some live longer in life’s value than others in years and urges focus on how one lives this moment and what one contributes.
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A. W, Beaven
Fragmentary Angelic Vision Speech on Heavenly Presence
A damaged fragment discusses angels surrounding a throne and mortal approach to heaven’s sovereign. It notes the privilege and honor of converse with heavenly beings, though the text is corrupted and hard to decipher.
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Conaider
Wurga
Wonton
Finney of the Force and The Country Girl Can Get Along
Fragmentary OCR notes reference Finney of the Force and The Country Girl Can Get Along with unclear dialogue about a maid and a star. Missing context renders details uncertain.
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Eri
Trenton
Washington
Groeho
Sullivan
Brothera
New
Miloreuston
Tallestown
Rock-Hound
New England
Plymouth
New Magin
Willkie
Bradford
Paritin
General Court
Massachusetts
George Washington
Virginia
Pianter
Newtown
Enn
Delaware River
McKonkey’s Ferry
Brenton
Raht
Aly Odock
Jersey
Gates
Ull
Ruhl
Dag
Delaware
Paris
Hin Bon
Little
Mister Smith
Waite Pao
Gerar Js
Toslian
Gye
Felix
Itzy-mitzy
Theag
Madam
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