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alkaloid

(Encyclopedia) alkaloid, any of a class of organic compounds composed of carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, and usually oxygen that are often derived from plants. Although the name means alkalilike, some…

tracery

(Encyclopedia) CE5 Types of tracery tracery, bands or bars of stone, wood, or other material, either subdividing an opening or standing in relief against a wall and forming an ornamental pattern…

The Weather and Your Mood

How much does the weather really affect your mood? by Jennie Wood Related Links America's Worst Cities for Spring Allergies, 2012 The Top 25 U.S. Cities with the Cleanest Air…

Brewer's: Pagan Works of Art

In Rome there are numerous works of art intended for Pagan deities and Roman emperors perverted into Christian notabilities. ANGELS, in St. Peter's of Rome, are old Pagan statues of Cupids…

Order of the Phoenix Does Not Disappoint

Fans dazzled by special effects by Mark Zurlo Order of the Phoenix Quizzes Order of the Phoenix: Movie Quiz Order of the Phoenix: Book Vs. Movie Quiz Order of the Phoenix:…

Brewer's: Relics

A writer in the Twentieth Century (1892, article ROME) says: “Some of the most astounding relics are officially shown in Rome, and publicly adored by the highest dignitaries of the…

History of the Income Tax in the United States

Source: Tax Foundation. The nation had few taxes in its early history. From 1791 to 1802, the United States government was supported by internal taxes on distilled spirits, carriages, refined…