Fragmentary reminiscences on publishers writers and temper
A garbled reminiscence traces Henry Holt as a book publisher and editor of a quarterly magazine known for sharp criticism and spiritual themes. It recalls Holt’s influence, a New York reader’s shock at Bryan, and a vague meditation on intellect, pride, travel, and cultural respect across regions, with scattered historical allusions.
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Saul Becomes a Christian in Damascus Lesson
Read about Saul's conversion on the road to Damascus and Ananias' role. The lesson traces his blindness, heavenly voice, baptism, and immediate preaching that Jesus is the Son of God, transforming a persecutor into a bold Christian apostle to the Gentiles.
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Vermont Covered Bridges Face Decline The Era Ends
Vermont faces a decline in its covered bridges as aging floor systems weaken under modern traffic. From 500–600 pre 1927, about 240 remain with roughly fifty rebuilt in six years. The state aims to preserve them on safety grounds while planning replacements on main routes.
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Earth
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Vermont Legislative Assembly
Skyscraper Disadvantages Highlighted by Planner
Secretary Wiavel Shurtleff of the national city planning conference argues skyscrapers burden taxpayers with traffic costs and urban congestion. He notes tall buildings can be justified only if their height does not overwhelm traffic capacity. The piece cites Houston as an example of local skylines and urban density.
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Celtics
Wiavel Shurtleff
National Conference On City Planning
Atlantic
Mr. Shurtleff
Progress Magazine
Texas
Houston
Ays Thats the Rub Hair Bargain Question
A terse exchange asks what price would secure hair rights and the return price asked or paid. The fragment hints at a quirky negotiation over ownership or possession of hair. No clear names, dates, or organizations are present.
Inspiration to All in Really Spiritual Life
Mentions a meditation about the art of living a life of hying as a supreme work of art. Describes self sacrifice, self discipline, and character as the true gift of God. Contrasts nobly living individuals with selfish, undignified ones and condemns those who divorce beauty from morality.
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Butchers
Poplar Piles Helped Venice Bell Tower Stand
The Kansas City Times notes that poplar wood in Venice’s bell tower piles proved durable. Though poplar can decay, the piles lasted from 900 A D and only required re-enforcing when the tower was rebuilt years ago.
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