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Village Improvement, Nellie Albertine Briggs Jan 1901

Village Improvement, Nellie Albertine Briggs

Student and Lippitt Prize essays

A discussion of the first formulation in 1853 of Village Improvement Societies, whose overall goals included improving the aesthetic value of a town’s public property through use of its natural surroundings.


The Daughters Of Liberty In Rhode Island, Nellie Albertine Briggs Jan 1901

The Daughters Of Liberty In Rhode Island, Nellie Albertine Briggs

Student and Lippitt Prize essays

Chronicles the influence of the Daughters of Liberty in Rhode Island in securing economic independence from Great Britain. Notable Daughters include Betsy Ellery, Polly and Elizabeth Lawton, Massy Easton, Margaret, Mary and Elizabeth Champlin, Anne Vernon, Miss Brinley, Martha Ellery, Polly Wanton, Polly Bull, Lucy Ellery, Elizabeth and Mary Anthony, Patience and Sally Easton, Freelove Fenner, Dorcas Matteson, Abigail Salisbury, Sarah Dyer and Anna Aldrich.


Ten Years Of Rhode Island History, Edna Ethel Dawley Jan 1901

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 Jan 1901

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 Jan 1901

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.


The College Settlement, Anna Brown Sherman Jan 1901

The College Settlement, Anna Brown Sherman

Student and Lippitt Prize essays

An explanation of the development of college settlements in the late nineteenth century and an exploration in the possibility of bringing citizens of different backgrounds and means together in a more communal society.


Women In Economics, Elizabeth Agnes Sherman Jan 1901

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 Industrial Evolution Of The United States, Howard Dexter Smith Jan 1901

The Industrial Evolution Of The United States, Howard Dexter Smith

Student and Lippitt Prize essays

A thesis which describes the evolution of industry in the United States, chronicling from 1789 to the following one hundred years.


The Pioneer Settlement Of Ohio, Roena Hoxsie Steere Jan 1901

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.


The Block Signal System, Henry Maxon Brightman Jan 1900

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 Jan 1900

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.


The New England Town, Arthur Earle Munro Jan 1900

The New England Town, Arthur Earle Munro

Student and Lippitt Prize essays

An essay chronicling the history and importance of the social, political and evolutionary aspects of New England towns.


Rhode Island's Committee Of Correspondence, Bertha Douglass Tucker Jan 1900

Rhode Island's Committee Of Correspondence, Bertha Douglass Tucker

Student and Lippitt Prize essays

An essay exploring the men who maintained the liberties of Rhode Island during the Revolution by forming the Committee of Correspondence in 1773. The appointments included Stephen Hopkins, Metcalfe Bowler, Moses Brown, John Cole, William Bradford, Henry Marchant and Henry Ward to form the committee in its entirety.


The Value Of The Colonies To The Mother Country, Lenora Estelle Stillman Jan 1900

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 Jan 1900

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.


Municipal Transportation, Charles Noyes Wheeler Jan 1900

Municipal Transportation, Charles Noyes Wheeler

Student and Lippitt Prize essays

Reviews the importance of municipal transportation due to the ever growing city populations and urban areas of the United States in the 1900’s.


Libraries Past And Present, Lillian Mabelle George Jan 1899

Libraries Past And Present, Lillian Mabelle George

Student and Lippitt Prize essays

This essay reviews the history of libraries, beginning with Ancient Egypt and Greece, and goes on to explore the changes that have occurred since over time, ending with nineteenth century libraries and librarians.


Amusements In Colonial Times, Mildred Wayne Harvey Jan 1899

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.


Some Tendencies Of Militarism, Walter Clarke Phillips Jan 1899

Some Tendencies Of Militarism, Walter Clarke Phillips

Student and Lippitt Prize essays

Explores the ways in which the concept of militarism has changed due to "modern warfare" during the years preceding 1899.


The Effect Of Inventions Upon Social Problems, Henry A. Congdon Jan 1898

The Effect Of Inventions Upon Social Problems, Henry A. Congdon

Student and Lippitt Prize essays

A study of the most notable effects of new inventions upon social issues, including employment opportunities, distribution of industry and the life of a laborer.


The British And French In Newport (First Prize Lippitt Prize Essay), Mary W. Dimock Jan 1898

The British And French In Newport (First Prize Lippitt Prize Essay), Mary W. Dimock

Student and Lippitt Prize essays

An essay documenting the positive influences the French had over the town of Newport following hostilities between England and the U.S. colonies.


North Kingstown In The Revolution, Mildred Wayne Harvey Jan 1898

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.


Public Highways, John Peter Case Jan 1898

Public Highways, John Peter Case

Student and Lippitt Prize essays

The history of public highway development throughout many of the world’s civilizations and a discussion concerning their overall importance, features and use.


A Rhode Island Patriot, Alfred Willson Bosworth Jan 1898

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.


Decadence Of Country Towns In Rhode Island, Welcome Sands Carmichael Jan 1897

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.