Poem Excerpt Reflections on Life and Happiness
A fragmentary poem fragment ponders why people seek health wealth and love and push through toil and fear. It invokes existential questions about meaning and happiness and ends with a plea that perhaps in dust we will live differently. The piece cites Grif Alexander in Pittsburgh seeds as its source.
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Grif Alexander
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Texas Governor Considers Pardons for Fortunate Prisoners
Texas Governor James E. Ferguson plans to grant pardons to deserving prisoners, focusing on the friendless lacking outside support. He aims to review about 8,800 inmates and issue pardons to about 100, while expanding convict labor on state plantations to improve finances and operations.
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The Successful Man Roots While His Brother Squeals
A concise note contrasts two brothers as one pursues work and progress while the other idles, complaining. The piece highlights different outcomes based on effort and attitude, reflecting moral lessons common to the era.
Breathing In The Water Theory From A Swim Teacher
A Kansas City Star expert notes drowning stems from improper breathing. He explains cramp confusion and the need to breathe in when above water and out while submerged. Proper breathing and buoyant technique help prevent drowning and chill or starvation risks.
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Kansas City Star
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