Tel Aviv Emerges From Desert Dunes Into Modern Jewish Metropolis
The article chronicles Tel Aviv growing from desert dunes north of Jaffa into Palestine is foremost modern city. It notes its 20th century rise after 1909 garden suburb origins, massive immigration, and rapid development with modern homes, paved streets, beaches, theaters, and libraries. It highlights a cosmopolitan mix, Purim celebrations, and a booming orange trade centered on Jaffa oranges.
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Dudes Drop Canes Mark Fashion Change in London
London society notes a shift in style as walking canes disappear from crowded streets. Automobiles are blamed for the near total decline of the walking stick once a symbol of urban dress. H Howell, director of a long established firm, says demand has shrunk since 1920 despite record years earlier.
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Government aims to curb fruit diseases and boost inspection
The report notes orange groves shipped under a million cases, nearing three million with yearly value potentially four to five million dollars. It cites Jaffa and Tel Aviv possessing Palestine's pioneer brick plant producing silicate bricks for immigrant housing and other buildings, plus smaller factories making furniture textiles shoes candles and orange cases.
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Miracles Wrought by Plastic Surgery
A Philadelphia plastic surgeon explains how cosmetic procedures can alter facial features and bodies to fit clients desires. He describes nose reshaping, ear reduction, hair transplanting, and other enhancements sought by actors, socialites, and executives, stressing surgeon skill and artistry to avoid poor results.
Uk high school student wins trip to Europe
Coty Moody, sixteen, from Ken Uky high school, is announced winner of the eighth annual contest granting a trip to Europe. The event, described as high echo on the Texgue of Nations, marks a notable achievement for Moody and the school.
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Star Photography Boosted by Aluminum Mirrors
Scientists at Lick Observatory found that aluminum coated telescope mirrors increase light gathering power by about 50 to 60 percent compared with silver. After reemploying polished aluminum, a rephotographed star in the North polar region showed a much longer visible spectrum. This method could widen astronomical horizons.
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California Institute of Technology
Nebraska Farmers Keep Books as Business Aid
Nebraska farmers adopt a systematic booking system to run farms more like businesses. Over 2,000 farmers have started farm account books this year, with University of Nebraska extension estimates matching last year. Herman Miller, extension worker, notes similar uptake to prior year.
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Town in New York Has Monument to Bernhardt
Geneva, N Y A modest memorial to Sarah Bernhardt sits south of Geneva near Plattaburg. Erected by Charles B Baan a Geneva lawyer and descendant of colonial settlers the 14 foot high concrete stone monument features a Vermont marble plaque praising the famed actress. The statue stands on Baan's estate where he serves as an officer of the Knights of Cyprus.
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Old State Line Marker Found on Ancient Tree
A century-old inscription on a tamarack tree recalls surveyors sent from Detroit to mark the Michigan Wisconsin boundary before Wisconsin statehood. The party faced opposition from Indiana, which barred progress until supplies were secured.
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Smallest Organ Built by Boston Organist
Louis Weir, a Boston organist, built a 14 inch wide by 8 inch high instrument believed to be the world’s smallest. The miniature organ can control all stops of a large console and was first played in a Boston theater.
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Cinnabar Vein Found Near Alpine Texas Bonanza Hinted
A 15 foot vein of cinnabar ore was found at the Study Butte mine near Terlingua, Alpine area. The ore is reported to yield quicksilver, with promises of bonanza proportions for mining prospects.
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Texas
Study Butte
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Red-Headed Age and Hair Pigment Shift in Men
A study of about 2000 men by Nicholas Michelson of Columbia University reports a rise in red hairs in dark-haired individuals during the late period known as the red-headed age. About 20 percent showed red hairs mixed with brown and black, likely due to hairs containing two pigments.
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Nicholas Michelson
Columbia University
Journal of Physical Anthropology
Essayist Quote Sparks Debate on Liberty and Happiness
A Pathfinder Magazine remark quotes Ezra Petronst arguing for direct access to happiness under law. The speaker asserts that everyone is entitled to liberty and pursuit of happiness, while contrasting personal desire with constitutional language.
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Ezra Petronst
Pathfinder Magazine
Worn-out feeling may signal low blood strength
The text urges readers to combat fatigue from colds or overwork by restoring blood strength. It promotes a tonic claimed to improve red blood cells and hemoglobin, promising better appetite, color, skin, and energy with regular use, priced at $5.83 by the company.
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