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Ten Years Of Rhode Island History, Edna Ethel Dawley
Ten Years Of Rhode Island History, Edna Ethel Dawley
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
Chronicles the economic and political struggles of the colonies of North America from 1765 to 1775, ultimately leading to the United States Declaration of Independence from the British Empire, with an emphasis on Rhode Island.
Women In The French Revolution, Edna Ethel Dawley
Women In The French Revolution, Edna Ethel Dawley
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
Beginning with a detailed history of the sparks that led to the Revolution in France (1789–1799), this essay gives French women praise by illustrating the specific types of women who assisted in the Revolution: the women of the mob, Charlotte Corday, Madame Roland, Madame de Stael, the Princess de Lamballe and Marie Antoinette.
Captain Stephen Olney, Ruth Hortense James
Captain Stephen Olney, Ruth Hortense James
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
History of the life of Rhode Island patriot Captain Stephen Olney, beginning with his ancestry and birth in 1775 and before until his death in 1832.
Women In Economics, Elizabeth Agnes Sherman
Women In Economics, Elizabeth Agnes Sherman
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
Exploration of the "Woman's Problem" of being considered mentally and physically valuable as men in the work force of the late 19th century. Includes employment statistics.
The Pioneer Settlement Of Ohio, Roena Hoxsie Steere
The Pioneer Settlement Of Ohio, Roena Hoxsie Steere
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
A history of the settling of Ohio, detailing the work of seven Rhode Island pioneers: General James Mitchel Varnum, Colonel Ebenezer Sproat, Colonel Archibald Crary, Commodore Abraham Whipple, Captain Simeon Martin and William T. Miller.
South Kingstown In The Revolution, John Wilby
South Kingstown In The Revolution, John Wilby
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
A detailed history of the previously undocumented part played by South Kingstown, Rhode Island during the Revolutionary War.
The Block Signal System, Henry Maxon Brightman
The Block Signal System, Henry Maxon Brightman
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
A history of the railroad system, different types of railroads, their current stopping methods and suggested stopping methods which would ensure passenger safety.
The Discovery And Settlement Of The Mississippi Valley, Charles Clark Cross
The Discovery And Settlement Of The Mississippi Valley, Charles Clark Cross
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
An extensive history of the discovery and settlement of the Mississippi Valley, including references to Ponce de Leon, Hernando de Soto, Marquette, Joliet, Chevalier de Touti, La Salle and Beaujeu.
Literature For Children, Gertrude Sarah Fison
Literature For Children, Gertrude Sarah Fison
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
Essay which details the history of children’s literature and the importance of selecting quality books to encourage an appreciation of reading.
Women In The Revolution, Edith Goddard
Women In The Revolution, Edith Goddard
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
A historical account of the important women behind the men of the Revolution, generally focusing upon General’s wives, daughters and other relatives.
The Value Of The Colonies To The Mother Country, Lenora Estelle Stillman
The Value Of The Colonies To The Mother Country, Lenora Estelle Stillman
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
A study of the relationship of a colony to its original country, focusing on the importance fair policies in Spain, England and France and questioning whether or not Europeans emigrating to U.S. colonies remain European citizens or can be considered representatives of their countries.
Home Life In Ancient Rome, Bertha Douglass Tucker
Home Life In Ancient Rome, Bertha Douglass Tucker
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
This essay documents the similarities between the Romans in 400 BC and Americans in the very early 20th century while also exploring the minor differences in material surroundings, social customs and religious practices.
Combustion Analysis; Estimation Of Carbon & Hydrogen, Clifford Brewster Morrison
Combustion Analysis; Estimation Of Carbon & Hydrogen, Clifford Brewster Morrison
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
Documents the methods of composition analysis by Antoine Lavoisier the 18th century and the adoption and refinement of this method by Theodore V. Saussure and others in the 19th century to combustion analysis. Includes plates of measurement equipment used.
Acetylene Gas; Its Preparation And Value As An Illuminant, Alfred W. Bosworth
Acetylene Gas; Its Preparation And Value As An Illuminant, Alfred W. Bosworth
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
This essay briefly discusses the history of Acetylene gas and delves further into its production, uses and value.
Determination Of Atmospheric Constituents, Ralph Ordway Brooks
Determination Of Atmospheric Constituents, Ralph Ordway Brooks
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
Discusses the elements of the atmosphere and its researchers, including, but not limited to, Black, Priestley, Scheele, Canvendish and Lavoisier.
Amusements In Colonial Times, Mildred Wayne Harvey
Amusements In Colonial Times, Mildred Wayne Harvey
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
Explores the various pastimes of colonial New England, such as shooting, horse racing, sleighing parties, boating parties, fishing, ice skating and dancing.
The Bradford Manuscript, Abbie Gertrude Sherman
The Bradford Manuscript, Abbie Gertrude Sherman
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
Summary of the Bradford Manuscript, a journal by William Bradford, English leader of the settlers of the Plymouth Colony in Massachusetts during his journey on the Mayflower in July of 1620.
Tennyson's Debt To The "Morte D'Arthur", Sally Rodman Thompson
Tennyson's Debt To The "Morte D'Arthur", Sally Rodman Thompson
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
Summary and critique of Alfred Lord Tennyson's blank verse poem, “The Idylls of the King” with discussion of the credit due to Sir Thomas Mallory’s “Morte D’Arthur” which inspired Tennyson's work.
Der Arme Heinrich And The Golden Legend, Sarah Estelle Arnold
Der Arme Heinrich And The Golden Legend, Sarah Estelle Arnold
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
Literary summary and critique of the poem Der arme Heinrich by German poet Hartmann von Aue.
North Kingstown In The Revolution, Mildred Wayne Harvey
North Kingstown In The Revolution, Mildred Wayne Harvey
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
Documents the patriotic efforts of North Kingstown, Rhode Island during the American Revolution, with notable acknowledgements to George Babcock and Samuel Phillips.
A Rhode Island Patriot, Alfred Willson Bosworth
A Rhode Island Patriot, Alfred Willson Bosworth
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
Chronicles the life and patriotism of Bristol, Rhode Island native Benjamin Bosworth, including his ancestry.
The Colonial Dame, Gertrude Marie Hanson
The Colonial Dame, Gertrude Marie Hanson
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
A study of women’s social, domestic and work lives during the settlement of the first colonies of the United States with a particular focus upon Lady Arabella Johnson and Mercy Otis.
Petroleum, Charles F. Kenyon
Petroleum, Charles F. Kenyon
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
Explores the strengths and weaknesses of origin theories of petroleum while also discussing the chemistry and process of producing oil in the United States.
Government Education Of The Indians, Eliza Alice Tefft
Government Education Of The Indians, Eliza Alice Tefft
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
Overview of the U.S. Government’s failed and successful attempts to educate natives of the country.
Decadence Of Country Towns In Rhode Island, Welcome Sands Carmichael
Decadence Of Country Towns In Rhode Island, Welcome Sands Carmichael
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
An exploration into population decline in rural Rhode Island due to industrialization. Towns selected for evaluation were Exeter, Charlestown, West Greenwich, and Foster.
Johanna Ambrosius, Bessie B. Hoxie
Johanna Ambrosius, Bessie B. Hoxie
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
A short contemporary (to 1895) biography of German poet Johanna Ambrosius (1854-1939) which includes critiques of selected poems by Ambrosius.
Labor Versus Capital, Irving Thomas
Labor Versus Capital, Irving Thomas
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
Commentary on the concepts and movements of the nineteenth century labor industry.
Charles Lamb., May Brown
Charles Lamb., May Brown
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
Biographical sketch of British essayist Charles Lamb (1775-1834).
The Rhode Island Greening, George Edward Adams
The Rhode Island Greening, George Edward Adams
Student and Lippitt Prize essays
An overview of early apple production in Rhode Island, specific to the traits and origins, both factual and mythical, of the Rhode Island Greening apple, a variety introduced in the 18th century in Newport, Rhode Island .