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# QST/December 1915/Official League License

This article appeared in the December 1915 issue of QST
​ Another important matter which will assist materially is the ordering of the official license certificate for Licensed Relay Stations. This certificate is issued only to members of the American Radio Relay League who have qualified as owning and operating a practical radio relay station. The certificate is similar to the United States Government certificate, and makes a dignified document which any radio operator might well be proud of. It is sent upon paying the license fee of fifty cents, provided of course the applicant is a member of the League. If you have not obtained your License, you ought to order it at once so as to have it framed and hanging up in your operating room when the time comes that you want your station to look well. Send a dollar, and we will send your Book, package of Official Message Blanks and your License all at the same time.
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# QST/December 1915/Season Opening

This article appeared in the December 1915 issue of QST
​The cool weather has arrived, “static” is getting better every night, and the owners of relay stations are returning to their instruments. It is time to send out another official QST from headquarters. There is much to tell not only our membership, but also every amateur in the country.
First of all, we are confronted with extremely serious national questions. Our country has never before faced a more serious situation. National defense has become a question which every American realizes concerns him personally. The President is preparing plans and the Army and the Navy are both studying carefully every phase of the problem. One of the most important factors is Radio Communication. The great possibilities of the American Radio Relay League, with its organization of over six hundred relay stations in nearly every state of the Union are bound to attract prominent attention. The directors of the League have anticipated this, as will be noted on another page.
Of equal importance is the matter of RELIABILITY and CELEBRITY, as far as the transmission of messages by the League is concerned. We have had a year's experience and have learned many things. We have found our membership enthusiastic and willing but we have not been efficient always in getting messages through. The directors have something to say on this point, which the membership should carefully note.
The matter of frequent issue of Bulletins to the membership has been something which has been given thought, and every amateur should think carefully about what the Directors say about this important subject.
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# QST/December 1915/The Secretary of the American Radio Relay League Offers a Reward!

This article appeared in the December 1915 issue of QST
The American Radio Relay League has grown very famous and, as this fame has extended all over the wireless world, it is not unusual that many curious letters are received by the Secretary. The following letter is so interesting that it seems certain the readers of Q S T would like to read it and suggest an answer. The Secretary has decided to pay $5.00 for the best answer. The answers must be received by Dec. 30th, and will be judged from either their funny side or technical value.
Hynacus, Japan
To Honorable Mr. Radio Secretary Tuska, Honorable Relay League, America
I ask to know. When condenser made separators of glass we know dialectrics much pressed by electricity. This much sure, why, tests made show it. Honorable writers of English make tests and demonstration that metal can he vanished and all the same when new metal comes to condenser, yet discharge comes too the same. Why thus we see plain that dialectric heart of condenser.
Then now. I ask to know if air I use no glass for important dielectric does it obtain pressed? Like glass? Honorable American teachers tell me yes. Air—glass—mica all same without difference among them.
Then now again how? Suppose l have air variable condenser and l the air vanish blowing my breath. Goes away quickly the air. How goes my electricity charge? Goes it too? I think me not. Then how charge gets back?
Explanation me Honorable Radio Secretary for which accept my assurances most distinguished consideration.
* KATHIS KATHKAN,     Japanese Radio Student,         P. O. Box 1155, Hynacus, Japan
| S. P | Why this write typewriter, you Japanese write mostly not know. K. K. |
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# QST/December 1915/Special Licenses

This article appeared in the December 1915 issue of QST
​ As is well known among most amateurs by this time, we have secured the co-operation of the Government to the extent that where it seems desirable for the purpose of relay work, a Special License will be granted by the Bureau of Navigation, provided the applicant holds a First-Grade Commercial License, and provided he is favorably recommended by the League.
This does not mean that everybody can secure a Special License. Distinctly the reverse is the case. No Special Licenses are issued except where it is very plain that the interests of the American Radio Relay League require it. Therefore, if you have a good station and hold a First Grade Commercial License and are located away from the sea coast, and absolutely require a transmitting wave length of 425 meters in order to be able to handle relay messages, there is a chance that you may secure a Special License. But, unless you can make it very plain that you meet every one of these conditions, it is a waste of time for you to think about a Special License.
The program to follow, where a station is entitled to a Special License, is to write to the Radio Inspector of your District, and secure application blanks for Special License, and after filling these in, to send them to Headquarters for consideration. If it seems desirable that the station be granted a Special License, a favorable endorsement is made upon the application, and it is forwarded to the District Radio Inspector. It is then up to the District Inspector to either favorably or unfavorably endorse after which the application is sent to Washington where the Bureau of Navigation finally passes upon the matter.
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# QST/February 1916

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# Proclamation 7039

Delivered on 10 October 1997.
By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation
The life and achievements of Christopher Columbus demonstrate how powerful and lasting an influence one individual can have on the course of human history. Although great explorers reached the shores of this continent both before and after Columbus, few have captured the American imagination as he has. Perhaps because we have always been an adventurous people, eager for challenge and change, we feel a special affinity for this extraordinary man who left the safety of known waters to pursue his vision across the ocean to the threshold of a new world.
Although his momentous voyages across the Atlantic took place more than 500 years ago, their impact can still be felt today. Columbus' discoveries in the West Indies brought about substantive and continuing contact between the peoples of the Old World and the New, contact that gave rise to misunderstandings and conflicts that we still seek to reconcile today. He also made possible the exploration and settlement of North America and opened the door to our continent for generations to follow-people of every race and culture and ethnic origin, who have given our Nation its rich and unique diversity.
Christopher Columbus, a son of Italy whose bold enterprise was made possible by the Spanish crown, holds a special place in the hearts of Americans of Italian and Spanish heritage. But, as we prepare for our own voyage of discovery into the next millennium, all Americans can draw inspiration from the character and accomplishments of Columbus. With vision, courage, imagination, and optimism, we can create a future bright with promise and a new world where all of us can pursue our dreams.
In recognition of the enduring achievements of Christopher Columbus, the Congress, by joint resolution of April 30, 1934 (48 Stat. 657), and an Act of June 28, 1968 (82 Stat. 250), has requested the President to proclaim the second Monday in October of each year as "Columbus Day."
Now, Therefore, I, William J. Clinton, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim October 13, 1997, as Columbus Day. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. I also direct that the flag of the United States be displayed on all public buildings on the appointed day in honor of Christopher Columbus.
In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand this tenth day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety-seven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and twenty-second.
William J. Clinton
[Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, 8:45 a.m., October 14, 1997]
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# Proclamation 7036

Delivered on 9 October 1997.
By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation
In times of peace and at moments of great crisis, America has been blessed with the steadfast support of friends from other nations. Few have proved their friendship with more courage and generosity than Casimir Pulaski, who paid for America's independence with his own life.
As a son of Poland, Pulaski knew well the desire for freedom and self-determination. He fought bravely beside his father and brothers in his native land, defending Poland from the aggression of neighboring empires with such skill and valor that he was known throughout Europe for his military exploits. Ultimately outnumbered by opposing forces, he escaped to France, where he met Benjamin Franklin and offered his services in behalf of the American Revolution.
Upon his arrival in America, Pulaski told General Washington that he had come to defend liberty and "to live or die for her." True to his word, he fought valiantly as a brigadier general in our Continental Army and made the ultimate sacrifice for our Nation's freedom during the siege of Savannah.
More than two centuries later, Americans and Poles alike remember with pride and gratitude the outstanding service General Pulaski gave to both his native and adopted lands. Today the United States and Poland enjoy freedom, prosperity, and the prospect for a bright future as allies in NATO, thanks to the unwavering commitment of patriots and heroes like Casimir Pulaski.
Now, Therefore, I, William J. Clinton, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim Saturday, October 11, 1997, as General Pulaski Memorial Day. I encourage all Americans to commemorate this occasion with appropriate programs and activities paying tribute to Casimir Pulaski and his contributions to the cause of American freedom.
In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety seven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and twenty-second.
William J. Clinton
[Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, 10:59 a.m., October 10, 1997]
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# Proclamation 7037

Delivered on 10 October 1997.
By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation
As we stand at the dawn of the 21st century, new technologies are rapidly changing and improving the lives of Americans. For one group of Americans in particular-those who are blind or visually impaired-these technologies have opened doors to unparalleled opportunities. Blind Americans now can more readily access information of all kinds, and these advances have brought important improvements to the education, careers, and daily lives of blind and visually impaired people.
In this time of extraordinary progress, however, the simple yet profoundly useful white cane remains an indispensable tool and symbol of independence that has afforded countless blind and visually impaired citizens the opportunity to pursue the American Dream. And so, as we all share in a new era of expanded technological innovations that improve the lives of all of our Nation's citizens, we also celebrate the white cane for its ability to empower and recognize it as the embodiment of freedom.
As a Nation, let us also reassert our commitment to ensuring equal opportunity, equal access, and full participation of citizens with disabilities in our community life. This year, we celebrated the reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, reaffirming our belief that all students can learn and must have the opportunities and resources necessary to do so. And we must continue to enforce vigorously the Americans with Disabilities Act, so that our blind and visually impaired fellow citizens enjoy equal opportunity, access to public and private services and accommodations, and a workplace free of discrimination.
To honor the numerous achievements of blind and visually impaired citizens and to recognize the significance of the white cane in advancing independence, the Congress, by joint resolution approved October 6, 1964, has designated October 15 of each year as "White Cane Safety Day."
Now, Therefore, I, William J. Clinton, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim October 15, 1997, as White Cane Safety Day. I call upon the people of the United States, government officials, educators, and business leaders to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand this tenth day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety-seven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and twenty-second.
William J. Clinton
[Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, 8:45 a.m., October 14, 1997]
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# Proclamation 7041

Delivered on 15 October 1997.
By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation
Our world has been continually uplifted and renewed by the contributions of women. Women of courage and conscience, women of strength and compassion, women of vision and talent have enriched every aspect of international society. In our own Nation, the names of such extraordinary individuals as Harriet Tubman, Susan B. Anthony, Jane Addams, Rosa Parks, Dolores Huerta, and so many more, are etched on our history and in our hearts. But there are millions of other women who live and work among us whose names will never be known, but whose efforts and energy contribute profoundly to the quality of our lives. Rural women are numbered among these many quiet heroes.
Today rural women comprise more than one-quarter of the world's population, and they form the basis of much of the world's agricultural economy. In the United States, working on farms and ranches, they play a vital part in ensuring a healthy, safe, and abundant supply of food and fiber for our people. In developing countries, as small farmers, laborers, and entrepreneurs, rural women help produce most of the food, create many of the jobs, and manage most of their countries' natural resources. While millions of rural women worldwide live below the poverty level, struggling to survive with scarce resources and little training and education, they still manage to feed their families and contribute to their communities.
When the international community came together in Beijing in 1995 for the Fourth United Nations World Conference on Women, rural women made their voices heard by world leaders, and their hard work and sacrifice were at last recognized by people across the globe. Next year, when the United States hosts the Second World Conference on Women in Agriculture, we will continue to focus on the status of rural women and their contributions to our world.
Now, Therefore, I, William J. Clinton, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 15, 1997, as International Rural Women's Day in the United States. I call upon the American people to observe this day with appropriate programs and activities in recognition of the extraordinary contributions rural women make to the quality of our lives, both in America and around the world.
In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety-seven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and twenty-second.
William J. Clinton
[Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, 11:12 a.m., October 16, 1997]
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# Queen of the Jesters

New York: Dodd, Mead and Company, 1897. The frontispiece may be added later. 8 linked short stories of the Paris of 1761; of "Corinne de Montesson, the friend of beggars, the student of subterranean Paris, and the creator of marvelous surprises and bewildering mystifications..." [The Outlook, 23 October 1897. Full review(s) on the Discussion page.]
Queen of the Jesters
With a Low Warning Roar the beast sprang.
Queen of the Jesters
And Her Strange Adventures in Old Paris
By Max Pemberton Author of “Christine of the Hills” “A Puritan’s Wife,” etc.
New York Dodd, Mead and Company 1897
Copyright, 1897, By Max Pemberton
University Press: John Wilson and Son, Cambridge, U. S. A.

### AUTHOR’S NOTE

The adventure set out in these pages are taken from certain episodes in the life of Corinne de Montesson, who was long a famous figure in the Paris of Louis XV. Disdaining alike the salons of the great, where her wit would have given her a distinguished place, and the galleries of Versailles, where her indisputable beauty would have commanded a royal welcome, Mademoiselle de Montesson established herself in an old house in Rue St. Paul, and there, surrounded by a little band of wits, scientists, and adventurers, she made it her ambition to become acquainted with the dens of the city. To which end, she practised a generous charity, and rescued more than one notorious rogue from the gibbet. While the lower classes looked upon her now as a worker of miracles, now as a witch, the Court was greedy to hear of those exploits by which her name has come down to us. She had the privilege of entertaining the King on more than one occasion, and enjoyed to the end his support against the Lieutenant of Police, who bewailed her authority over the vagabonds of the city; and against her guardian, the Abbe Morellet, who demanded that she should be sent to a convent of Benedictine nuns. Sufficient to record that her influence was a continuing power in Paris until the year 1779, and that she died at the age of sixty-four years in her château at Fontainebleau.

### CONTENTS

* ChapterPage
* I. The Hunger of Ferdinand Dauberval 1
* II. The Liberty of the Little Red Man 43
* III. A Prison of Swords 83
* IV. At the House of the Scarlet Witch 123
* V. The Purple Glass 165
* VI. The Kingdom of Bourgorieau 203
* VII. The Devil's Bowl and the Strange Affair at Fontenay 223
* VIII. Yerut the Dwarf 259
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