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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1940
Page
11
Toucan-bill Powder Flasks Used by Central American Natives
In earlier muzzle loading days Central American natives crafted powder flasks from toucan bills, a resourceful practice reflecting local materials and weapons technology of the period.
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Central America
Citadel Guards Quebec City Garrison Details
The stone walled citadel above Quebec overlooks the St. Lawrence river. Built by the French and rebuilt by the British it has a century of French Canadian garrison guarding it. Members speak French except for commands when they switch to English. Uniforms are British and they form a regular part of the Canadian army.
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Quebec
St. Lawrence River
Secret Weapon Idea From War Veteran Sparks Debate
Maj Harold W. Webbe, a World War veteran, proposes a radical secret weapon that could wipe out an entire city with a single shot. The suggestion stirs cautious debate among military and political observers.
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Harold W. Webbe
Honor Begon Begonia Named for Naval Patron Michel Begon
A flower titled Honor Begon Begonia honors Michel Begon a French naval officer and botanist patron. The name recognizes his support of botany and exploration.
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Honor Begon Begonia
Michel Begon
Botany
Calcutta Black Hole at Fort William
The Black Hole of Calcutta was a dungeon in Fort William used by the East India Company. On June 20 1756 the Subahdar of Bengal forced 146 inmates including a woman into the cell. By 6 am the next day only 23 remained alive.
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Calcutta
East India Company
Fort William
Bengal
Canadians Eat More Eggs Per Capita Than Any Country
Canadians consume more eggs per person each year than residents of any other nation, reflecting a strong demand for this staple across the country.
Sculpsit Meaning in Latin as Engraved Act
The Latin phrase sculpsit denotes that someone carved or engraved the object. The statement explains that the sculptor performed the carving work and identifies the action as the past tense of sculpt.
Farm Waste Used To Make Candy Reported
The American Chemical Society reports a method using farm wastes in candy production. The announcement highlights a potential novel application of agricultural byproducts in confectionery manufacturing.
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American Chemical Society
Winter Jewelry Trends Highlight Handsome Pieces
Prominent fashion notes emphasize simple elegant fabrics to showcase artful jewelry this winter. Highlights include clips or brooches on the lapel, matching earrings, a striking ring, and bracelets, with a focus on refined design over flashy baubles.
New Shape Handbag Emphasizes Wide Base Silhouette
Handbag designers present a long low base silhouette with a very new shape. A jewel like wire zipper protects a safety pocket inside. The bag promises chic impact for winter costumes with its modern look.
Girdle Fashion Described With Draped Fringe Finish
New slenderizing frocks use gypsy girdle styling with hip shaping. Girdles are often draped with streamers to the front ending in a deep fringe.
Braiding and Quilted Design Dominate Winter Fashion
Winter fashions show heavy emphasis on decorative braiding and quilted designs. Sou tache braided jackets and pockets charm many dresses. Evening sweaters and long-torso jerkins glitter with sequin embroidery and colorful embroidered turbans gain popularity.
Voluminous Late Fall Scarves Adorn Evening Dresses
Voluminous scarfs in tulle or chiffon, vivid colors, stretch over shoulders to dress up black velvet evening gowns. A single full width scarf longer than two yards adds drama, flatters decollete, and provides a bold color dash.
Tricolor Costumes Earn Enduring Designer Approval
Evening and daytime tricolor outfits remain favored by top designers led by Mainbocher with continued public and fashion world approval.
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Mainbocher
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General Assembly
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Shirley Buckler
J. M. Hutchinson
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Union
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