(PC) Let's Play Jewel Quest: Heritage Part 4
2HISTORICAL SPOTLIGHT
Lorraine Pack (née Borregarte)
March 27, 1878 – June 25, 1931
Biography: Lorraine Borregarte, wife of Ciril Pack, made a name for herself in agriculture at a time when women were not often educated about such matters. Primarily focusing on rock and soil, her work is said to have greatly influenced her son’s interest in precious jewels.
Genealogical Notes: Married Ciril Pack on July 2, 1900. Mother of Rupert Pack.
Location: Library of Congress; Washington, D.C., USA
Guide: Nancy Mumford, Senior Librarian
Difficulty: Easy
CONDITIONS
Five Common Jewels (Diamonds, Emeralds, Fire Opal Skulls, Red Garnets, and Seashells) plus Buried Jewels
LEVELS
Level 4-1
Squares (Expert): 88
Buried Jewels (Expert): 9 (16)
Expert Alterations: Buried Jewels Added on C1, D2, E3, F4, G3, H2, I1
Nancy’s Comments: “Lorraine Borregarte, your mother, came to the United States to receive her doctorate in agriculture at what is now Penn State. Her thesis involved the movement of precious rocks and minerals within Midwestern United States soil. In one quote of hers, she mentions the red rock of Petra, Jordan. I should investigate that some more.”
Reward (Association): Amelia Piece #1 (Lorraine’s aunt)
Level 4-2
Squares (Expert): 81
Buried Jewels (Expert): 10 (11)
Expert Alterations: Buried Jewel Added on J9
Nancy’s Comments: “Lorraine Borregarte’s work helped to inform both miners and farmers about their land. Your mother is seen as one of the pioneers of her industry and was well-respected in her time. Lorraine’s work in the field also led to the creation of a magnificent display of rocks and minerals that can be seen in the Library of Congress.”
Reward (Association): Clara Piece #1 (Lorraine’s grandmother-in-law)
Level 4-3
Squares (Expert): 103
Buried Jewels (Expert): 2 (10)
Expert Alterations: Buried Jewels Added on C1, D1, D2, E3, G3, H2, H1, I1
Nancy’s Comments: “Upon walking into the north wing of the library, please note a tremendous display of rubies and emeralds. Two researchers’ names are attributed to the collection. One is Lorraine Borregarte. The other is Clara Kingsley. I understand the Ms. Borregarte is your mother, but do you know anything about Ms. Kingsley?”
Reward (Association): Virginia Piece #1 (Lorraine’s mother-in-law)
Level 4-4
Squares (Expert): 104
Buried Jewels (Expert): 8 (20)
Expert Alterations: Buried Jewels Added on A3, B3, B2, B1, C1, D1, I1, J1, K1, K2, K3, and L3
Nancy’s Comments: “This article on microfiche shows a photograph of a man identified as Ciril Pack holding up a photograph of your mother, Lorraine Borregarte, for the press. Mr. Pack’s vocal advocacy for the acceptance of women researchers in the academic community was highly publicized.”
Reward (Association): Amelia Piece #2 (Lorraine’s aunt)
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