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Tribute to Johan Bojer

Scandia, Oct. 20, 1923

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Following is a part of the speech delivered by Jean Parker Holm, well-known Norwegian-American writer, in honor of Johan Bojer: "I, too, want to express not only my appreciation, but the appreciation of all the Norwegians here in Chicago of Johan Bojer and his writings, and I shall

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Schiller.

Abendpost, Nov. 11, 1923

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The Suabian Society celebrated, yesterday, the 146th anniversary of the prince of poets, Johann Christoph Frederich von Schiller, in the old fashioned style. The north side Turnerhalle was the meeting place of all sons of suabia, also of representatives of all districts of the German fatherla

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On November 29, 1924 this school gave a Pushkin Evening with reading from the works of that poet.

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On November 9, 1924, the federation gave a "Pushkin Evening," with readings from the poet, speeches on his work, and songs.

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Evening of Russian Poetry

Russkii Viestnik, Mar. 8, 1924

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On March 9, 1924, an evening of Russian poetry, followed by a dance, will be given by the Russian circle Zwuki Rodiny (Echoes of the Homeland).

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Why Learn Danish?

Dansk Tidende og Revyen, May 30, 1924

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"Dana College", Blair, Nebraska, a short time ago invited its students to participate in a competition to write a treatise of or more than 1,000 words on the above question. Of the many excellent answers received, the one reprinted below was awarded first prize. It has been most kindly lent u

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Literary Notices

Russkii Viestnik, June 21, 1924

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A few days ago the poet worker, who published his literary work in our paper, visited our office. He writes under the pseudonym "Sibiryak". Who did not read his first literary experiments, which are sincere and youthful? Who would believe that a man fifty-five years of age, broken down with h

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Literary Notices

Russkii Viestnik, June 21, 1924

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The regular collaborator of the above mentioned paper, Ivan Vasilyevich Osippik, is now working on his novel on the life of the Russian Emigration in America. The events of the novel are developing Chicago. In the near future we hope to publish some of the most snappy chapters of his manuscri

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The Sentinel

July 4, 1924

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Attorney Philip P. Bregstone has written a novel in Yiddish, entitled In the Storm of Life. The story concerns Jewish life in America.

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The House of Enlightenment

Russkii Viestnik, July 24, 1924

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On July 26, 1924, Mr. A. P. Braghin will begin a series of lectures on Russian history and history of Russian literature.

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Something "Different" in Entertainments

Russkii Viestnik, Oct. 9, 1924

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On November 1, 1924, in the "House of Enlightenment". a circle of literary and artistic "boheme" will give an evening entertainment at which literary productions of local authors will be read. Some of the authors will read their own productions. There will be music, singing and decl

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The Dante Report by Luigi Carnovale

Bulletin Italian Chamber of Commerce, Nov. 1924

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From the printing presses of the Blakely-Oswald Printing Company of Chicago, has come, in a 750 page volume, the Relazione Dantesca (Dante Report) by Luigi Carnovale, a report which this notable Italian writer and philanthropist has had published to be donated to the Italians of Chicago and t

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Still No Polish Books in Public Library

Chicago Society News, February 1925

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Almost a year ago, a committee on Polish books in the Public Library was appointed by president Uyka of the Chicago Society. The committee of which brother Osuch is chairman called on Mr. Carl Roden, Librarian of the Chicago Public Library, and offered its cooperation in helping to secure add

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A Bit of Joy

Magyar Tribune, Apr. 10, 1925

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In this bitter world when we hear nothing but sorrow from our unfortunate homeland, and the Hungarian-Americans are fighting each other, it is encouraging to receive good news. Recently Hungarian writers have brought honor to our Hungarian population. Then there are individual stage

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In Chicago

Russkii Viestnik, May 16, 1925

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In the town's vast smoky heart A new gray day is born. Morose shadows spread Around steel skyscrapers. Fog strolls calmly through the darkness. On State Street, thronged by day, The seething life is still asleep. Rails on c

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Lecture of the Poet Vl. Mayakovsky

Russkii Viestnik, Sept. 28, 1925

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The well-known poet Vladimir Mayakovsky will give a lecture at the Temple Hall, corner of Van Buren and Marshfield, on Friday, October 2. The subject of the lecture will be: "Art and Literature of Soviet Russia." Vladimir Mayakovsky will also recite some of his own poetry.

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Dear Editor: How fortunate you Danes in Chicago must be, having a poet like Anton Kvist in your midst. Do you know how proud the city of Logstor is of its son Johan Skjoldborg, and Salling of Jeppe Aakjaer? Even Saeby is happy because Harold Bergstedt lives there despite his battles

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Dear Editor: How fortunate you Danes in Chicago must be, having a poet like Anton Kvist in your midst. Do you know how proud the city of Logstor is of its son Johan Skjoldborg, and Salling of Jeppe Aakjaer? Even Saeby is happy because Harold Bergstedt lives there despite his battles

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Poetry Published

Dansk Tidende, Dec. 11, 1925

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Thor. Schlack's collection of poems recently published unter the title Normannernes Sidste Gaestebud, and beautifully bound would be a suitable Christmas present for every Danish home. The book has been illustrated by the well-known artist Ejnar Hansen and may be obtained by writing to Danish

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Poetry Published

Dansk Tidende, Dec. 11, 1925

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Thor. Schlack's collection of poems recently published unter the title Normannernes Sidste Gaestebud, and beautifully bound would be a suitable Christmas present for every Danish home. The book has been illustrated by the well-known artist Ejnar Hansen and may be obtained by writing to Danish