Lincoln Turmoil of Proving Things and Euclid's Geometry
A Norwich traveler recalls Abraham Lincoln describing how he learned proof. Lincoln credits courage and study of Euclid to understand what constitutes proof, noting his early struggle and eventual mastery before returning to law practice.
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Growing Down With Age Across Generations
A German observer notes that height peaks around age 30 and life’s later years bring noticeable shrinking. After about 60 the decline becomes evident, and by 70 many people appear shorter even without stooping.
Moody plans post-Protestant Catholic preaching
A religious enthusiast asked Moody if he would ever preach against Catholics. Moody replied yes, possibly after Protestants are converted.
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One Way of Telling Curley and Burleigh Quote
A courtroom quip closes with Curley noting a loafer from their college may recall him. Burleigh suggests asking for a $5 loan as a test of recognition, and Burleigh adds a wry caveat about repayment if remembered.
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Pin Money and forgotten sorrows in old London rhymes
The fragment recalls Valzac on forgetting as fuel for creativity and notes pins as a symbol of female pin money in historic London. It mentions peddlers singing rhymes through streets about tea costs, silver heads, and golden points, reflecting social customs of the era.
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Lost Secrets of Ancient Craft and Skill
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Dreary Existence of Lighthouse Keepers on Stormy Coasts
A London Mail report surveys life at Bishop, Longships, and Eddystone lighthouses, detailing isolation, peril, and mental strain. It notes gloom of duty, occasional deaths, and scant wages for keepers, with vivid scenes of rock defenses and remote outposts.
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DeWitt's Risers Endorses Local Figures Amid Turmoil
Fragmentary historical note shows DeWitt's Risers tied to endorsement talk involving Heinze, Quincy, spills, and D. BELL & Sons. Readable names suggest a local political or business context with uncertain outcome.
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