28 May 1860
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Newspaper
Adams Sentinel
Location
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1860
Page
1
Fragmented romantic verse recalling death and devotion with lines about a jewel on the bosom and beloved memory. The speaker suggests guiding a future bride through sorrow, angels weighing deeds, and the vow to cherish the beloved forever in life and after.
The passage reflects on Moses dying unseen in the land of Moab across from Cethpeor and being buried in an unnamed spot. It recalls Moses as a great yet humble servant of God, whose sepulchre remains unknown to all. It also quotes a traveler’s view of lilies near the Mount, and remarks on faith, love, and prayer.
A fragmented 19th century document discusses a printer as a thinking machine set to daily toil and the public’s demand for skilled press workers. It blends satire on journalism with scattered notes on Irish emigration and social mores, including currency, politics, and fashion.
A humorous meditation on the butterfly like flirt as a social type, describing its alluring plumage, perfume and music, yet noting its volatility and potential to ruin happiness. The piece weaves in anecdotes about chills bugs and odd historical tidbits from Arkansas and Plymouth, with cautionary quips about vanity and social maneuvers.
The paper lists the Census of 1860 questions to answer starting June 1. It covers name, age, sex, race, occupation, birthplace, literacy, disabilities, property, livestock, crops, manufactured goods, and deaths. It also notes a great meteoric shower in Ohio and other brief items.
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