Word: sightly
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Dates: during 1920-1929
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...sight for the Pekingese, the Pomeranians and the Mexicans...
...such as a railhead or bridge and simulate their destruction. Had bombs of 2,000, 1,000 and 600 pounds been dropped over New Jersey a terrible scene of destruction would have met the eye. The coast line was closely followed, giving Atlantic City, New York, Boston an impressive sight. The East Coast was theoretically laid waste from...
Though it is undoubtedly unwise to try to make any prophecies as to 100,000-sellers for the Fall, it is sane enough perhaps to attempt to point the modest finger of discrimination at some few novels which seem worth recommending to the judicious reader, sight unseen. Imprimis, The Rover, by Conrad. And The Blind Bow-Boy which Carl Van Vechten, its author, describes as " a cartoon for a stained glass window," whatever that means. Jennifer Larne, a sedate extravaganza by Elinor Wylie. And the new Hergesheimer if it's the one we think it is. Meanwhile, the literary roulette...
Premier Poincare, however, is not the sort of a man to lose sight of his country's interests in a storm of sentimentality about the' Entente Cordiale. He recognizes that the Entente is a necessity for both France and Britain, but Germany is nearer, and Germany owes France a righteous debt. Indications are not lacking that M. Poincare will endeavor to conciliate the British, but he will insist on a just and lasting settlement with Germany, which will give France adequate guarantees for payment of reparations and national security...
Claude Monet, Prince of Impressionists, earlier reported to have recovered his sight (TIME, March 17), went under the surgeon's knife for the third time at his home at Giverny, 50 miles from Paris. Dr. Coutela, eye specialist, attempted to remove a new cataract which has formed since the operations of last February. When the bandage was removed on July 26, M. Monet could see clearly with one eye, but further surgery may be necessary. The great age of the painter (81) adds danger to the delicate task...