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Wilson Mirror in Wilson, North Carolina

24 Aug 1892

Page 7

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Wilson Mirror

Location

Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1892

Page

7

Islands and myths of ancient geography in Homeric thought

The essay traces early Greek ideas of the earth as a circular globe with surrounding seas, citing Cassiterides and Tin islands near Cornwall and Spains centers like Gades. It notes Homeric geography, Phoenician influence, and later navigation myths leading to Columbus and the Atlantic voyage. It reflects on Europe's and America's historical isolation and providential role, with a focus on ancient geographers and explorers shaping world maps.

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Scilly Islands Spain Lusitania Cornwall England Mousane Stf Tlands Col Britain Gaul Strabo Een Ptolemy Boreas Sind Eurus Komer Hellespont Troy Africa Libya Europe Hai Troad Asithy Greece Amia Corea Mex Egean Crete Ore Tenedos Imbros Oae Samos Lesbos Cyclades Chias Ence Egypt Thebes Sidon Mount Olympus Cayster Epherus Asia Minor Ionia Chios Mims Ionian Odysses Cicones Thrace Malea Western Mediterranean Euphrates Tigris Assyria Babylon Phoenicia Herif al Edrisi Bancroft Aristotle Asia Seneca Indies Averroes Dante Buonarotti Christopher Columbus Arabia Ganges China Japan Aia Portugal Madeira Azores Columbus Lisbon Atlantic Toscanelli Florence Isabella Castile Paris Castile and Leon Everett America Brotherhood of Humanity Carthage Macedonia North Syria Gulf of Ormus Haly Indus Salamis Maranthon Rome Palestine American Old World
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Tree Growing on Utica Church Tower Surprises Town

Seeds carried by birds or winds sprout in mortar cracks atop a Utica church tower. A mountain ash now stands seven feet high after fifteen to sixteen years, with roots wedging into the masonry and blossoms of scarlet berries for the past few years. Residents call it one of Utica’s interesting sights.

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Utica N. H
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Maine Shoe-peg Factories Receive Large Last Year Revenue

More than 150000 dollars flowed to Maine shoe-peg factories during the prior year for goods produced and delivered to buyers.

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Maine
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Henry VIII velvet capes for cool days and evenings

The New York World describes Henry VIII style capes in black velvet for ladies, noting their suitability for beach or mountain outings. Short full capes feature red or yellow lining or shot silk, with fine jet detailing on the yoke and collar and a jeweled clasp at the throat.

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Henry VIII New York World
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The Diadem Bow Hair Ornament Trend

The diadem bow is a popular hair ornament with three stiff loops behind the bangs. Ends wrap around the head and hide beneath coils at the back, matched to gown color, with amber or coral beads for dark hair. small women risk a tawdry look.

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St. Louis Republic
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Marriage scramble in Calcutta shocks orthodox Hindu rite

A youth’s betrothal was nearly called off when the bride elect showed a skin disease. Guardians sought another bride within hours and a compatible groom appeared in time. The tale reflects traditional views on auspicious beginnings and swift match substitutions.

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Calcutta New York Commercial Advertiser
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Mrs Abner Taylor Starts Unusual Autograph Skirt Trend

In Washington Mrs Abner Taylor wife of a Chicago congressman begins a bold fad by circulating a garment for autographs. She asks Representatives to sign her skirt and plans to embroider the names in silk, creating an autograph skirt of congress amid amused lawmakers in both houses.

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Abner Taylor Chicago Washington Senate
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Employment of Frenchwomen and their trades

The piece notes French women have long held many trades denied to English women, serving as shopkeepers, bookkeepers, and newspaper sellers. It highlights female artists and the notable but limited presence of women in the Academy of Fine Arts, referencing Mme Leon Bertaux and past academicians.

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Europe Monsieur Madame France Academy of Fine Arts Mme Leon Bertaux Union of Feminine Artists Mme. Terbursch Mme. Vigee- Lebrun London Telegraph
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Fashion Notes on Hats and Dresses of the Season

The article surveys summer fashion, noting broad-brimmed sailor hats, large lisse and chiffon jackets, mohair petticoats with pinked grace silk trim, plaid sarahs for blouses, and varied belts. It highlights bow and sash styles, new bodice cuts, color trends, fabrics, and evolving hats with decorative banded ribbons and lace accents.

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