The Druids of Modern Wales and the Welsh Eisteddfod
An analysis of the Welsh Eisteddfod as a unifying rite that gathers Welsh people beyond differences in belief and language. It describes the Gorsedd ceremonies, the role of the Archdruid Rev. J Williams, cross gathering of Celtic delegates, and the preservation of ancient Welsh customs within a modern Christian context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wales
Owain
Mason
Wiedig
North Niles
Liverpool
London
Shecldler Druid
X. Bishoy al
Ynes
Cathay's Park
Cardiff
Brittany
Scotland
Wiliams
Welsh pageant and sword rite at mythic midsummer gathering
The fragment describes a misty Welsh scene with minstrels, harpers, and a ritual on holy stones. It mentions a renowned Welsh ceremony, the presence of ancient swords, royal symbols, and a solemn rite honoring mythic figures amid a crowd and ceremonial pageantry.
Evolution of Wallpaper Through the Ages and Methods
The article traces wallpaper’s rise in Europe after early Chinese use and fifteenth to eighteenth century English imitations. It explains hand printed squares, wooden blocks for color, and later mechanized processes with copper, wood, and metal foils. It notes registration challenges and the shift from expensive mural decor to wallpaper’s popularity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Piost
Europe
China
England
London
Jockes
France
Minechinery
Missionary Tales From a Cork Leg Legend
A fragment from a historical newspaper recalls a missionary tale about a Maori chieftain and a cork leg. In a moralizing anecdote the missionary supposedly warns of cannibalism and serves a morsel from his leg, provoking reactions before the truth of the cork leg is revealed.
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Chisago
Selwyn
Trained horses and tuberculosis claim in German journal
A German journal reports that two thirds of trained writers engage in quire work and die of tuberculosis, stating a startling link between training routines and fatal disease.
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Germam
Garden and tree planting rules for country places
The article outlines how to design country properties with borders of trees and shrubs, recommending an irregular hedge border, a ratio of seven shrubs per tree, and planting at 40 to 50 feet apart. It suggests placing lofty trees at fence angles and near entrances, and creating a grove near the house for year round delight and shelter, plus advice on selecting shade trees and aligning vistas from corner to corner. It also touches on wheat rust resistance and lists winter and spring wheat varieties with notes on maturity and disease resistance.
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Midat
Steels
Samuel Parsons, Jr
Parks
New York
la Seelbner
Depth to Lay Tile for Drains and Frost Depths
Guidance on tile drain depth to resist frost. Advocates placing tile 30 inches to 3 feet deep, with deeper on sandy land and clayey ground after working. Warns against 2 foot depths, notes historic frost damage and variability by soil, climate, and land work.
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Lilnois
Wheat and Rast From Farmers Review
Disease reduces farm income prompting farmers to seek resistance methods. The Department of Agriculture plans a cereal rusts bulletin noting rusts' global neglect outside US and Australia. Emphasis on breeding rust resistant varieties over field spraying, with orange leaf rust common in wheat. Resistant types are shorter, strong cuticles, compact grain, and hard red kernels.
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Department of Agriculture
Turkey
Pringle
Pricele
Hayne
Saskatchewan
United States
Australia
Russia
India
Argentine
Mark A. Carleton
Carleton
Opportunities for Sprasing in Lawn Care Work
An old city faces a fall army worm outbreak threatening lawns. Homeowners lack spraying gear, offering a chance for enterprising agricultural college students to earn by offering spraying services in Chicago. The piece suggests training, equipment, and local demand could drive a small business, noting past insect damage to shade trees in Minneapolis and reflecting on sulfate salt use and sterilized dairy practices.
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Fall Army
Agricultural Colleges
Chicago
Minneapolis
Orhole
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Druids
Modern
Anil al Gow
Misty
Harpers
Ward
Goraedd
Ja Sebllo
Ola
Thomas‘Shaw
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