Hints on Baby Shows
Anon
Genre: | News-Commentary, Drollery |
Subjects: | Human Development, Exhibitions, Measurement, Physics, Domestic Economy |
Responding to news of obese babies winning prizes at an Ohio baby show, suggests that the award of prizes should depend on specific gravity as well as weight. Having explained the meaning of specific gravity, insists that 'Not crying and freedom from catarrhal symptoms' be considered in judging competitors. |
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