Iceland’s Link to America in Historic Voyages
The article notes Iceland’s far location from the American tour yet its rich ties. It recalls early European explorers settling New England shores and Long Island a millennium ago. It also mentions Columbus visiting Iceland for information before his voyage across the Atlantic.
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Ana Amneca
Iceland
America
New England
Long Island
Christopher Columbus
New World
Atlantic
Beneficial Shorebirds Proclaimed Allies Against Pests
The piece argues shorebirds are highly beneficial in feeding on pests and that slaughtering them deprives farmers of valuable allies. It notes quail grouse pheasant eat fewer insects but still help, and defends hawks and owls whose bad reputation is often undeserved, urging against indiscriminate persecution.
Baldwin Apple Discoverer Honored in Wo Burn Massachusetts
Residents unveiled a granite shaft and bronze statue of colonial soldier Col. Loniam Baldwin, famed as the discoverer of the Baldwin apple. Though his war record was notable, the apple discovery made him famous in Wo Burn Mass.
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Woburn
Mass
Col
Loniam Baldwin
Lexington
Baldwin
Colonel Baldwin
First American Newspaper and its Suppression
The Publick Occurrences appeared in Boston on September 25, 1600 with Benjamin Harris as publisher and editor. His paper, aligned with Baptist and anti monarchist views, was suppressed by the colonial governor after a charge against Louis XIV. Harris later served as official printer of the colony.
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Publick
Boston
Benjamin Harris
Louis XIV
Harris
Godd Advice to Girls: Speak Less and Think More
The advice urges girls to pause before talking, arguing that deeper thinking would improve what they say. It counters the notion that girls lack intelligence, suggesting laziness in using their brains as the root issue.
Digging For Truth Through Labor and Thought
A reflective aphorism on uncovering truth through persistent effort. It compares treasure to mined jewels hidden in rock, insisting readers apply close contemplation and steady work to master knotty problems and gain possession of the truth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Locke
Franklin Search Led by Expeditions After 1845 Voyage
Sir John Franklin, famed Arctic explorer, began his final voyage on May 17, 1845. In ten years, thirty-nine relief expeditions from England and America sought him, and a later mission funded by Lady Franklin found traces of the missing ship and concluded its fate.
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Franklin
Sir John Franklin
England
America
Sir John
Lady Franklin
Wanted Two Lids Carl Craves Biscuits Upper Crusts
A small child named Carl begs for two lids while his mother prepares breakfast biscuits. He asks smilingly for two lids, showing affection as he pleads for the top crusts. The scene captures a gentle family moment over simple food.
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Carl
Gunner Depew Tells War Story of World Fight
After two years of battling the Huns Gunner Depew shares his vivid war narrative. He is an American sailor fighter adept with both fists and a 14 inch gun. The tale bursts with fighting and adventure across many corners of the world.
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Huns
Gunner Depew
France
It Is Better To Be An Aviator Than A Motorist
A light humorous remark notes aviators keep hats from being run over when wind blows them away, contrasting flying with driving. It portrays aviation as safer and more considerate about personal belongings.
Drawing Lote for a Wife and Moravian Lot Customs
A historical glance at marriage by drawing lots among Moravians, describing how names were placed in a bowl and drawn with prayer for providence. The practice, once common though now long disused, led to marriages viewed as successful by participants and observers.
The First Envelope and Rise of Stamped Mail
A 1696 letter from Sir William Turnbull to Sir James Ogilvie was enclosed in the first known envelope with Ite covering and preserved in the British Museum. The text notes that Jeters were folded and sold with wax, and early 19th century envelopes gained popularity after the penny post began in 1840, with widespread use by 1850 on this side of the Atlantic.
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William Turnbull
James Ogilvie
British Museum
England
Penny Post
VETS WO Morya Be One Thing Or The Other
Fragmentary remark urges adopting a positive real persona. Encourages being pleasant, informed, and engaged with genuine interests. Prompts giving best effort to others to receive their best in return. Ends with a persuasive exhortation to try the approach.
Human Machinery and the care of workers
The piece argues that mechanics neglect their own health while maintaining machines. It laments headaches and colds, urges proper rest and fresh air, and warns that overworked workers feed on stale air and improper food, risking breakdowns when the human body cannot perform at high tension.
Kerosene Based Paint Removal Note
Instruction advises applying kerosene to remove paint from bands or wearables that are wet with kerosene, followed by washing promptly.
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Hoover
Jersey
R. A. Norton
Jasper
Jefferson Highway
Emerson
F. Rex
E, L, Crawford
Rude’s Business College
Carthage
W. A
Billy) Cox
Hal M. Wise
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