Columbus Finds Favor After Repeated Rejections
Elmo Scott Watson recounts Christopher Columbus, a poverty stricken seeker of a westward route to Asia, who faced court rebuffs in Portugal and Spain before Ferdinand and Isabella finally supported his voyage. The piece notes his austere yet romantic character and the persistent dream that led to the 1492 voyage.
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Elmo Scott Watson
Ferdinand
Isabella
Spain
Christopher Columbus
Cristobal Colon
T. B. Richman
Yale University Press
Columbus
Orient
Doctor Richman
Portugal
Isabelin
Anster
Haaring
Vernando de Triavera
Ferdinand and
Antonio de Marchena
oMointine Guardian
Juan Peres
Columbus and his voyage as a beacon for explorers
The narrative traces Columbus efforts to gain royal backing, his 1493 petition for nobility and governorship, and the perilous 1492 voyage. It notes reactions of sailors, the dream of gold and new lands, and debates on Columbus’s origin while emphasizing the enduring message of perseverance and faith across four centuries.
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Columbus
Indies
America
Martin Alonso Pinson
Paros
New World
New York
Christopher Columbus
Greece
Homer
Italy
Spain
Galicia
Portugal
Corsica
Atlantic
Africa
Iowa Linemen Compared as 240-Pound Sophomores Rise
Iowa's line features two 240-pound sophomores who are eligible for varsity play. Captain Snike Netgon at right tackle and Center Dick Brown at ~200 pounds anchor the wall. Luboy Chatterton, previously a guard, weighs 230, with new prospects Lastibrook and Gilchrist adding size.
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Towa
Aviator Ben H Wyatt Receives Distinguished Flying Cross
Lieut. Ben H. Wyatt of the United States Navy is awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross by Secretary Wilbur for leadership in Alaska aerial survey work in 1926, acting for President Coolidge.
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Ben H. Wyatt
United States Navy
Secretary of the Navy
Wilbur
Coolidge
Navy
Alaska
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