Language of father terms in sixteenth century and earlier
The passage notes that the words for father such as Dan Dad and daddy were widely used in this country by the sixteenth century. It states that papa did not appear from abroad until the seventeenth century and was defined by Florio as the first word taught to children to call their father. It compares English dad with other terms like Greek tata and Irish daid.
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Dan
Pape
Florio
Pappa
Nausicaa
Papps Phile
Tata
Welb
New York Water Supply and Global Population Fact
The article argues that Earth’s population and water needs exceed New York’s supply. It contends that even a small watershed gain would not provide enough water for all people on Earth, highlighting the fragility of urban water resources.
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New York
New York City
Infant Mortality as a Social Welfare Indicator
A National Food Magazine excerpt notes infant mortality as a sensitive measure of urban social welfare and sanitary administration. It explains that high infant mortality up to age five correlates with generally higher death rates into adulthood, highlighting disparities between districts.
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Neusholme
National Food Magazine
The Coal Supply Question Sparks Unease
An anonymous Washington reply notes the earth’s coal supply is limited and its duration uncertain. The remark triggers muted chatter in a classroom setting as a spectator mocks the topic, highlighting public skepticism about resource depletion.
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Washington
Normal Room Temperature Effect on Body Warmth
The text explains ideal room temperature should be between 66 and 70 degrees. It notes that cooler conditions cause the body to constrict peripheral vessels and internal congestion, creating a risk of cold conditions.
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Eat
Reluctant Criticism in a Bay Window Scene
A ten to fourteen year old girl scolds Augustus for his hair dye, telling him his mustache tastes like turpentine as swoonlight fills the bay window. The exchange reveals tension and awkward humor in a strained domestic moment.
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Augustus
Campaign expense mystery and marital mail incident
An auditor questions a campaign expense entry for raw material with the senator replying it should read hurrah material. In Austria a woman jailed for opening her husband's mail while pursuing a divorce case based on evidence from the letter.
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Sorghum
Austria
Proof of a Weak Mind Quote on Resolve
A Tillotson quotation condemns indeterminacy in urgent matters as a sign of a weak mind, arguing decisive action under necessity proves strength of judgment. The passage emphasizes clarity and firmness in choice when consequences are pressing.
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Tillotson
The Gestalt Gift Philosophy Highlighted
A commentary on appreciation over price, arguing that thoughtful gifts matter more than their monetary value. It stresses usefulness and consideration to please the recipient, framing value as the act of thoughtfulness itself.
Unclear Verse Fragment From Houston Notice
Fragmentary quote from a Houston item notes a copper catching attention and mentions vagrancy. Readers see a cryptic line about folding hands and waiting for one’s own due, with no clear event, date, or full context.
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the Drewbeck
Houston
Coosanut Fruit Promises Food and Shade Value
Fragmentary note praises the coconut as a prime source of food and drink in tropical regions and highlights its use as shade.
Ungalient Men Rally for Women’s Suffrage Debate
A Washington Star report notes ungallant men push for women’s vote while claiming the effort will not change much. The piece centers on heated rhetoric surrounding suffrage advocacy.
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Washington Star
Provoking. Woman Sees Husband Dieting Sparks Tension
An unclear fragment hints at domestic strife as a wife reacts to her husband’s dieting. The text suggests tension or judgment within a marital dispute, though specifics are fragmentary.
Beavers Flourish in Manitoba Under Law
Beavers are protected by law in Manitoba and their numbers rise. Colonies appear on the Ochre and Turtle rivers near Dauphin with a dam under construction near a railway bridge. Residents watch them at work though some damming causes farmland flooding and prompts government action to manage but not harm the animals. The expanding population may present future challenges.
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Canada
Manitoba
Dauphin
Turtle River
Bes
Winnipeg
Area of Brazil Compared to Europe and US Size
The article states Brazil covers about 4,280,006 square miles roughly matching the United States with Alaska partial. It notes this is about five sixths of Europe and nearly the size of the mother country.
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Brazil
United States
Alaska
Europe
Stepping Stone to Militarism criticizes toy weapons
Miss Bunting writes to the women of England urging mothers not to give soldiers or toy guns to children, warning these items "rouse a dangerous spirit of militarism" among youngsters.
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Miss Bunting
England
Servants Demand Rights in Relief Camp
Cooks and housemaids in a relief camp were ordered out due to scarcity but refused to leave claiming they are entitled to a picnic at public expense. The dispute highlights tensions over labor and aid in the camp setting.
German scientist travels to Mexico to study malaria germs
George H. Diefenbacher, delegated by the grand duke of Baden to study malarial germs and mosquitoes in North and Central America, arrived in the United States recently and has proceeded to Mexico to begin investigations.
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George H. Diefenbacher
Grand Duke of
Baden
North
Central America
Mexico
Stool relic linked to Queen Victoria at Penhurst Kent
A faded blue velvet stool edged in silver at Penhurst Place in Kent is touted as a relic of Queen Victoria who knelt on it to receive the sacrament at her coronation, marking its historic significance.
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Queen Victoria
Penhurst Place
Kent
Victoria
Fish That Climbs Trees in Tongatabu Tale
A mature student recalls Tongatabu legends of a tree climbing octopus called feke. The creature emerges from the sea, climbs overhanging branches, and drops back when disturbed. Tongans value octopus flesh, with tales of brown-skinned youths climbing trees to catch fish.
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Tongatabu
Tonga
Cult of the Concertina Provokes Loud Debate
A London World opinion piece argues that amateur concertina players harm the instrument and threaten its popularity. It notes skilled professionals can showcase it well, but many amateurs are so incompetent as to be criminal, creating a nuisance in a tense era.
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London
Smallest Backbone Creature Found Sinarapan Fish
Scientists report discovery of sinarapan, a half inch fish in the Philippine Islands. The newly identified species is noted for its minute size and backbone presence.
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Philippine Islands
Oldest Building on Wall Street Marks 83 Years
The government assay office, located immediately east of the sub-treasury, is noted as Wall Street’s oldest building at 83 years since its 1823 erection.
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Wall Street
Government Assay Office
Sub-Treasury
Lantern slides issued for naval lectures by British Admiralty
Sets of lantern slides are issued to warships by the British Admiralty to aid officers in illustrating lectures for the men.
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Sabors
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Matt
Ark
Boston Transcript
Union Saloon
Estaquio Caravjal
Hillsboro
Proprivio
N.M
Websters New International Dictionary
Merriam Webster
Because Courts
Schools
Preas
C. Merriam CO
Springfield
Mars, Mantion
Nancy
York
New D. Branch
Neel
Remington Arms
Union Metallic Cartridge Company
M. Hartley Co
Broadway
Sierra
New Mexico
Sierra County
Ts Cattle Ranges
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