Cat Washing Becomes Rain Superstition Across Lands
An essay explores the belief that a cat washing her face portends rain across cultures. It traces homeopathic magic and the Isis moon link, citing examples from the Ainos, Toradjas, and other tribes, then notes the simpler modern version: letting the cat wash.
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Wasted Energy Quote From New Republic
A New Republic commentary frames energy waste as a historical risk with a provocative line about a goose and a hiss, underscoring a skeptical view of efficiency claims.
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Story About Mr. Yak and the Zoo Friends
Mr Yak tells a tale of origin from Tibet and Central Asia and life in the zoo. He describes work, strength of hair for ropes and fly swatters, friendly nature and weather resilience. Billie Brownie praises him then sings a winter song dedicated to Mr Yak.
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Wanamaker on Thinking Telling Trusting in God
The text of a telegram by John Wanamaker to the Young Men’s Christian Association frames thinking as the key habit, followed by telling and trusting in God. It argues that rules require understanding their back of them and that blindly following laws or regulations hinders genuine progress.
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About Good Soups By Nellie Maxwell
A 1928 Western Newspaper Union recipe column outlines imperial soup with stock bread crumbs celery carrot onion butter parsley cloves peppercorns bay leaf mace salt chicken almonds cream and milk plus a second potato soup method. Instructions cover simmering, sieving, mixing and reheating for rich soups.
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Western Newspaper Union
The Saving Power of Talk and Free Speech
The article argues that public discussion shapes policy and suppresses crime by empowering citizens and officials. It cites newspapers keeping people informed and notes that open talk, including on plays, drives reform. Free speech is presented as a stabilizing, historical force guiding society toward better outcomes.
Lavish Endorsement for Ham's Vegetable Compound
Nashville resident Mrs. Harry Anstein reports a run down condition improved after using Ham's Vegetable Compound. She says the tonic restored health and agility, leading her to recommend it and to purchase more bottles.
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Harry Anstein
Second Ave
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Tennessee
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