Encke's Comet and Kept Secrets of the Solar System
Henry M. Parkhurst discusses Encke's comet and its short orbital period, noting its discovery linking 1786 and 1818, with returns roughly every three years. He cites its solar distance, near passing times, and debates over interplanetary dust, Krakatoa ash, and possible meteorite influences, plus its visibility in telescope views.
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Humorous snippets from a bygone era of wit and woe
A collage of quips and anecdotes from a historic page. It twists jokes about coffee, funerals, divorce, gambling, politicians, and stagey gossip into a rapid-fire humor column. Notable asides reference Mark Twain, Henry Watterson, and figures from the era, reflecting social norms and ironies of the time.
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