Geographical History of the Electoral College
A compact study tracing the electoral college from medieval guilds and German towns to its American form. It links Holy Roman Empire practices in Mainz and Cologne to Maryland and U S traditions, noting how electors are chosen without a national meeting. It also contrasts papal conclaves and Versailles politics with modern American procedures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Electoral College
Holy Roman Empire
Maryland
National Geographic Society
Washington, D. C
Cologne
Mainz
Rhine
Europe
Imperial Electoral College
Frankfort
House of Representatives
Senate
Electoral College of Cardinals
Rome
Episcopal Palace
Paris
M. Doumergue
France
Versailles
Madame de Maintenon
Adhesive Tape Replaces Corset in Fashion Reform
Paris societywomen adopt adhesive tape over cotton swathes to mold the body from hips to bust, seeking a slim silhouette as corsets and girdles fail. About 80 women participate, tightening layers of absorbent cotton and tape to shape the torso.
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Paris
West Virginia Mounts Largest Guns Yet On Battleship
The West Virginia carries eight sixteen inch guns, the largest ever mounted on a battleship, signaling a leap in firepower.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
Douglas fir sugar source found by Vancouver researchers
Vancouver reports that Professor John Davidson of the University of British Columbia confirms that ancient Indigenous peoples in British Columbia produced a white sugar from Douglas fir exudate. The sweet deposits form on fir tips, dissolve in rain, and crystallize later, with melezitose making up about 30 percent of the resinous sugar and selling at about 66 dollars per pound in small quantities.
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Vancouver
B. C
John Davidson
University of British
Francis Dickie
Heriot Bay
Women in Prison Never Try to Escape Vienna
A Vienna prison near Wiener Neustadt houses over 300 women serving terms from one year to life. Operated on an honor system by about forty nuns under a supervising director who does not live on site. The inmates run heating, laundry, gardens, bakery, kitchen, and livestock, making the facility nearly self supporting and regarded as Europe’s model penitentiary. Procrastination fills no coal bins.
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Vienna
Wierner-Neudorf
Sisters of Charity
Europe
Hebron
Chase County Fair Association
Imperial
Omaha
National American Legion Convention
St. Edwards
Goore
Lincoln
Fillmore County Fair Association
Geneva
Fremont
Eugene Turnes
Frank Turnes
Humphrey
Fairbury
A. N. Quamn
Ames, Jr
Midland College
C. W. Tumblin
Wymore
Nebraska Rural Letter Carriers’ Association
Ben Wolf
Jerusalem
Sioux County
Harrison
Nebraska
Nebraska ‘Good Roads Association
Benner Shertzberg
Lincoln Telegraph and Telephone Company
The
Agricultural College, “Board and
Thayer County
Agricultural College At
Seward County
Charles Fowler
Nebraska City
Lloyd Cratsenberg
Raymond Brehlin
Agnes Scott
John Scott
Glasgow
Scotland
William N. Scott
Harry Williams
Linoma
Ashland
Winnebago
Elmwood Park
Marie Pfing
Chadron
Caterpillars Cleared Off Railway by Steam
Edmonton reports the Alberta and Great Waterways railways used steam pipes attached to locomotives to clear thick caterpillars from the tracks. The pipes extend to the front wheels and blow insects from the rails, improving train progress.
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Edmonton
Alta
Alberta
Great Waterways
Efficient Use of Floor Space Best Accomplished in the Square Type
A square type house is championed for best floor space use. The design features seven rooms plus reception hall and sun parlor, with a large living room, lighted dining area, two sided bedrooms, cross ventilation, and practical storage.
Decorating the Wall of a Childs Room for Better Play
The article urges bright cheerful walls in nursery or children's rooms to aid child psychology. It warns against distracting geometric designs and grotesque imagery that linger in memory, advising careful wall treatments that promote play space and reduce dust and germs.
Seasoned Lumber Insures Quality and Long Life
Economic factors influence wood choice for homes and should guide decisions with expert advice. Protect a large investment by hiring a substantial builder and selecting accurately manufactured, properly seasoned lumber of uniform high quality to prevent undue depreciation. these steps ensure durable construction and enduring homes.
Fireplace Adds to Beauty of Apartment
A ready built fireplace that can be installed without floor tearing and heavy foundations is on the market. Lighter than brick and cement, it imitates a brick structure, is portable, comes in various colors and designs, and suits interior schemes. It aids rehabilitation of old apartments needing modernization.
Care and Bracing for Young Trees in Windy Areas
Advice on protecting young trees from irregular growth caused by prevailing winds. Recommend bracing early, cultivating surrounding soil, and maintaining space and fertilization to promote upright development.
Concrete Tile Roofing Promoted as Safer Construction
Underwriters report inflammable roof coverings cause more than twenty percent of dwelling house fires and suggest concrete roofing tile or cement asbestos shingles as safer, cost moderate options available in many colors. Concrete tiles come in standard size with about 150 tiles per 100 square feet, weigh around 514 pounds each, and feature double side lock to deter water and wind. Three inch end laps provide solid construction due to precise land surface and warp resistance.
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Halstead Dorey
Citizens Military Training
Fort Des Moines
Nebraska
Charles S. Lovejoy
Bloomfield
Burt County
Oakland
Tegmar
Burlington Railway
Holdrege
P. A. Garrows
Albion
California
Jarvis Offutt
Fort Crook
United States World Fliers
Omaha
George B. Duncan
Seventh Corps
Carrie Alice Kreider
L. R. Kreider
Nebraska City
Fremont
Harold Heeren
Cowles
Kearney
Boone
Nance
Platte
Madison, Valley
Knox
W. H. Smith
Lovern McGranahan
Irwin Frey
A. H. Rowe
Lincoln
Nebraska Blacksmith, Horse Shoers and Wheelwrights Association
Lincoln State Fair
Nebraska Kennel Club
Nebraska Kanel Club
Waco
York County
Watson Boulevard
Pawnee City
George Ireland
Violet
Lawrence Faubus
Wisner
Fremont Island
Platte River
Nagle
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Clarence S. Fisher
Royal Cemetery
Thebes
Egypt
Chamber of Deputies of
Palais de l’Elysee
Millerand
Louis XIV
London
Carlton Club
Pall Mall
Buckingham Palace
British Columbia
Twe State Tennis Association
National Association of State Press Executives
Salt Lake
Ole Buck
Harvard
Diamond Point
Nehawkha-Murray
Cass County
William A. Radford
William A Radford
Prairie Avenue
Chicago
Denver
Eteos
Tulsa
St. Joseph
Ene
Ener
Oklahoma City
Wichita Ee
Lincoln Ee
Des Moines
Barret
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