02369cam a22003013u 4500 12018 UtSlPG 20260610133303.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 AG Various Notes and Queries, Number 17, February 23, 1850 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-04-01 Produced by The Internet Library of Early Journals, Jon Ingram, William Flis, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. "Notes and Queries, Number 17, February 23, 1850" by Various is a collection of scholarly contributions, queries, and responses centered on topics of literature, history, language, and folklore, published in the mid-19th century. This periodical serves as a medium for literary men, artists, and antiquarians to engage in intellectual exchange and uncover aspects of cultural heritage. The volume presents a diverse array of subjects, including discussions about King Alfred's geography, folk traditions, authorship issues, and various queries raised by readers. The opening portion of this work introduces a range of insights beginning with an examination of King Alfred's geographical writings as preserved in his translation of Orosius, showcasing the historical significance of these texts while addressing translation discrepancies. It also features a discussion of folklore related to cattle, including a specific tale of a bad omen linked to an ox's intrusion into a garden. Additionally, the volume mentions a peculiar Cheshire custom involving a horse's head, as well as the tradition of "rush-bearing." These contributions highlight the rich tapestry of cultural practices and literary inquiries that characterize this periodical's intent, inviting readers to contemplate the evolution of knowledge and tradition in 19th-century Britain. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Questions and answers -- Periodicals https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12018 53438 53438