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History of Birds
by AnonymousThe Ostrich leaves its eggs in the desert, and if it goes far away, it cannot find them again. In the Bible, cruel and forgetful people are compared to the Ostrich. It is a large bird, and runs very swiftly when pursued, and if it finds a bush it hides its head, and thinks that because it does not see its pursuers, they cannot see it. The Ostrich m..
The Deeds Carillon and Carillon Park
by AnonymousCarillon Park owes its existence to the generosity of two public-spirited Dayton citizens, Colonel and Mrs. Edward A. Deeds. It is an expression of the interests of two people expanded for the pleasure and advancement of the entire community.The Park had its inception with the Carillon, the gift of Mrs. Deeds. Devoted to music from her girlhood, an..
The Pioneer Home
by AnonymousThe Pioneer Home, which serves as an Information Center for Carillon Park, is believed to have been built about 1815. It was originally located in Washington Township about five miles southwest of Centerville on Social Row Road, about halfway between Sheehan Road and Yankee Street. In the spring of 1953 it was torn down and moved to Carillon Park, ..
The New Year's carol
by AnonymousNear the fortress of the little Swiss village above Altdorf are green meadows with fragrant grass and fresh flowers. They are beautiful to look upon and wander over. Shady nut-trees stand here and there, and through the meadow rushes a foaming brook that makes wild leaps over the rocks that lie in its course.At the end of this village, where stands..
Milestones in the Mighty Age of Steam - The Grasshopper and the Corliss
by AnonymousWhen James Watt gave the world the condensing steam engine in 1788 he ushered in an era in man’s progress which brought with it the Industrial Revolution and fundamental changes in our way of life. Steam has made possible the development of our vast industries, our modern transportation on land and on sea, and an immeasurable expansion of the horiz..
Christmas Magic for All Your Gifts
by AnonymousChristmas Magic for All Your Gifts, Using "Scotch" Brand Tapes and "Sasheen" Brand Ribbon. STAY-PRETTY WRAP. It still looks pretty when box is opened. Just cover lid and base separately. Cut paper to cover lid, plus 1 inch extra on each side. Fold edges inside lid and fasten with tape (a). Cover base same as lid. Idea shown: Arrange thin paper..
How to Get Rich
by AnonymousThis collection of recipes and formulas for making various articles which are in constant use in every household are, for the most part, articles upon which very large profits are made, both by manufacturers and dealers; some things, which cost but two or three cents to make, being retailed for as much as twenty-five cents. We point out to you the ..
Pies Made with Pet Evaporated Milk
by AnonymousThe recipes in this book demonstrate the basic principles of making all types of pies successfully. In addition, some of the recipes show how the use of Pet Evaporated Milk helps make better cream, custard, and chiffon pies—at lower cost.Since Pet Milk is homogenized milk concentrated to double richness, it is an ideal ingredient for these pies. It..