Quips and curios from a turns-of-the-century column
A jumble of satirical notes from an early 1900s column includes economics, politics, and social musings. It lampoons Spain's navy funds, Uncle Sam forecasts, and public humor about ministers, professors, and moguls like J. Pierpont Morgan.
Varied History of Italy's Oldest Abbey
A special correspondence outlines Grottaferrata Abbey the oldest in Italy preparing for its ninth centennial. The Greek rite remains, the abbey houses ancient manuscripts and treasures, and an upcoming exhibition will display works from the late Byzantine era to attract scholars and travelers.
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Scenes on City Pond During Cool Weather in New York
A New York Sun feature describes Central Park pond skaters amid a cold snap. Families dogs and beginners fill chairs and ice, with a lively panorama of skaters including a fast kid and a parent guiding a bulldog and child, while police and moonlit hours shape the scene.
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Germany Names Tallest Soldier Commissioned at Height
Germany commissions its tallest soldier at six feet four inches tall. The record height highlights a notable figure in the armed forces.
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