05 Nov 1849
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Newspaper
Adams Sentinel
Location
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1849
Page
1
A poetic fragment reflects on viewless hours passing, bearing each moment’s record to God. It contrasts angels gathering thoughts with the heart’s longing, noting the inescapable march of time and the desire to avoid a poison tower of sorrow. The piece references heaven, heavenly Father, and hovering bees as metaphors for fleeting minutes.
A long, varied excerpt discusses judging people by present character, not past faults, arguing for mercy toward sincere reformers and warning against dwelling on old sins. It weaves in anecdotes about repentance, a Manchester minister, stage ribbons, Yankee farming, printer hand travel, and other miscellany.
This piece lauds Lady Franklin's devotion amid the perilous polar voyage. It notes hopeful intelligence that Sir John Franklin and companions may be safe, while praising heroic wives and lamenting the dangers faced by explorers in pursuit of national glory. It also includes brief, cautionary items on horses and public notices.
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