03 Jul 1848
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Newspaper
Adams Sentinel
Location
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1848
Page
1
The piece threads religious musings by Willa Loggett with cryptic lines on faith and endurance. It notes a lake termination and an outlet, a boat on a man of war entering Jerusalem, Molyneux’s death at Jaffa, and warns travelers to hope for spared fates amid awe.
An historic account reviews the Dead Sea's desolate scene from biblical times to modern expeditions. It details its 40 by 20 mile expanse, poisonous water, surrounding lifeless shores, and asphalt deposits while recounting Molyneux’s voyage to Acre and the Dead Sea with a small expedition, noting navigation difficulties, hostile terrain, and the sea’s unnerving currents and odors.
A young Englishwoman educated in Paris gives water to a gravely ill sentry on Saint Bartholomew's eve, earns his name, and is later saved when the massacre begins while others in the house are slain.
The article notes two thirds of Earth is water with an average depth around two miles. It contrasts this with the planet’s four thousand mile radius, stating ocean depth is about one thousandth of that, and that on a globe the ocean would be thinner than a varnish film.
A motivational passage urging relentless effort despite poverty or obstacles. It links perseverance to historic figures like Washington and Franklin, and to Peter the Great, arguing that steady striving yields reward. The text contrasts heroic resolve with reflections on sorrow, virtue, and the struggles of an imperfect life.
A tale from the New York Police Court at the Tombs recalls an elderly Dutchman named Weber who, after greeting all present, handed the magistrate a dirty paper declaring he had a contagious seven years itch. The scene sparked laughter and concern as others worried they might have touched the disease, with rumors of a magical stream and warning to avoid the water. The piece also notes odd political chatter about Marin Var Baren and his son John at a Utica Convention caucus, with votes tallied for the father and son alike.
A collection of anecdotes on animal communication and humor from the era. It recounts a scientist noting ants using a string to find a sugar source and a Chancellor's humorous encounter with a recruiting sergeant. It also includes brief political whimsy about Gen Taylor, longevity notes, a temperance procession in Kentucky, and reflections on women’s moral force.
A Newfound lad dog once famed for saving lives from drowning turned to alarming behavior. After rescuing children from ponds, it began placing its paws on them and pulling them into the water for amusement. Public outcry led to the dog’s destruction to end the perilous mischief.
Albany Journal summarizes Zachary Taylor as a peace advocate. The letter dated Baton Rouge March 4 1848 quotes him saying he is a peace man and that peace is essential to republican institutions. He aligns with Washingtons Farewell Address urging Americans to stand on their own sail.
On Monday last Ex-Governor Mn natt of Mississippi discussed with Col Andrew Blunter of Jefferson County Virginia before Locofocos who assembled to ratify Baltimore nominations. The exchange found a Whig supporter ready to debate and Homer to meet on the stand. The result was a triumphant defense of Whig cause and principles.
Immigrants from Jonglann Fréland Bohemia and other Old World regions arrive in New Orleans, then disperse across the Mississippi valley to enrich communities as noted by the St. Louis Union. Jefferson College at its last commencement conferred the Honorary LL D on the Hon. Thos M Mcennan for deserved merit and modest bearing.
During the month of May the society granted 1,663,000 pages for gratuitous distribution, commissioned seven additional colporteurs, and sent $800 to aid the Paris Tract Society. It notes it is foolish for two young ladies to hate each other over a man who does not care.
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