The Significance of Wedding Rings in Ancient Egypt
The article traces how Egyptian brides wore seals and keys on rings, evolving from separate seals to a signet ring, then to plain bands as locks and modern practice reduced the bride’s special insignia. It notes findings of plain and signet rings in northern African tombs as evidence of past loves.
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Africa
Hard Work for Cupid Roumanian Style
A Roumanian farmer distrusts marriage and keeps his son from wedlock. The son seeks a match and enlists his mother to lobby the father while two male friends accompany him to the girl's home. If the father approves, the family supports the union. otherwise silence and courtship obstacles prevail.
Teeth Gritting Signals Adenoid Growths in Children
Dr. E Benjamina reports from Amsterdam journal on 1544 adenoid cases noting about 87 percent of children who grit their teeth, asleep or awake, had adenoids. In most cases biting stopped after adenoids removal. among 115 gritters examined for other issues, all but two had adenoids.
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E. Benjamina
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Oldest Academy of Fine Arts in Western World
The text notes the Academy of San Carlos in Mexico City as the oldest academy of fine arts in the western world, nearly as old as the Royal Academy in London, marking the early establishment of painting schools on American soil following Spain’s influence.
Tricking the Credulous: Warns of Gold Brick Schemes
A Leslie's Weekly inspired warning urges small investors to distrust gold brick pitches and to report suspect offers to the U S Post Office for investigation. It notes losses exceed 150 million and promotes investing as low as ten dollars through partial payments, countering the myth that small sums cannot buy quality securities.
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Footwear wisdom echoes Lincoln in a life motto card
A brief quotation urges steadiness by choosing the right path in life. The message attributes the sentiment to Abraham Lincoln, emphasizing firm footing and resolve as guiding principles.
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