Graduation address on zero and infinity themes by Anya Corbett
The speech traces zero and infinity from mathematics to morality, using examples from fractions to gunpowder projects. It links intellectual growth from infancy to statesmanship, citing Webster, Franklin, Lincoln, Jefferson and Patrick Henry. It argues civilization broadens the mind and deepens humanity toward universal brotherhood.
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Daniel Webster
Franklin
Lincoln
Jefferson
Patrick Henry
Manood
Satan
Hell
Freedom and labor discuss unionism and liberty in America
The piece argues that labor organization is as inevitable as capital and as beneficial, while condemning union violence. It urges public opinion to distinguish unionism from unionists, notes declines in brick-throwing violence but warns of subtler abuses, and insists that strike rights must not infringe others' liberty. The personal freedom of citizens is framed as America's sacred inheritance.
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America
Does it Pay to Strike Graduating Address by Walter Froman
Walter Froman examines strikes and unions in a reflective address. He discusses unity, wage control, hours, and the role of unions in democracy. He notes strikes as a last resort, costly and uncertain, and argues for wise leadership to guide organized labor. Public opinion favors enduring trades unions.
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Walter Froman
United States
The Music of the Spheres Graduating Address
Kate Morrow delivers a graduation address on the music of the spheres and the evolution of astronomy from ancient shepherds to Copernicus and Newton. The essay traces the shift from astrology to astronomy, the awe of the night sky, and humanity’s quest to read divine messages in celestial motion.
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Copernicus
Isaac Newton
Newton
Astronomy and the Music of the Spheres Revisited
A historic reflection credits Newton and later astronomers for expanding natural knowledge. It muses on ultimate reality beyond perception, the cosmos beyond our telescope, and the enduring view that astronomy links earth to the heavens, inspiring science and reverence for the universe.
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England
Newton
Two Views of Life Graduating Address by Ike Barrett
A student address contrasts Gray and Shakespeare on human mastery of environment. It cites Gray’s elegy and Roman augury, sun worship, and ancient rites, then turns to Julius Caesar’s Cassius and Lincoln Milton Webster to argue individuals can overcome surroundings. It ends with a patent medicine pitch for White’s Cream Vermifuge.
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New York Harbor
God
Council of the Angels
Ike Barrett
Gray
Shakespeare
Milton
Cromwell
Kablu
Julius Caesar
Cassius
Brutus
Abraham Lincoln
Webster
Rockefeller
United States
Annual Eastbound Teachers Excur Fare Notice
In the territory to which teachers east bound tickets may be sold should also be included the states of Minnesota town and Wisconsin. Please be governed accordingly, Rt. Farrar, agent.
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Minnesota
Town
Wisconsin
Notice of pardon application by murder convict
420 Invin A. Lyon, convicted of murder in the second degree at the December 1808 Canyon District Court term, sentenced to life in Idaho State Penitentiary, will apply for a pardon at the July 1903 Idaho Board of Pardons meeting. Public notice published May 23, 1903.
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Canyon
Idaho State Penitentiary
Board of Pardons of Idaho
Invin A. Lyon
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