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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.


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 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.


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.


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.


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.


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.