14 Mar 1894
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Newspaper
Anderson Intelligencer
Location
Anderson, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1894
Page
1
A reflective reminiscence of a childhood kitchen and family life. The author recalls a sacred old space, from the worn kitchen floor to the window at dawn, the hearthstone, and the tender presence of a mother whose memory endures beyond physical walls.
Farmer C H Smith of Yorkville area reports a successful rice trial on a quarter acre. He sowed seed supplied by Robert Conrad, managed water levels to control weeds, and harvested rice in first-rate condition. He also experimented upland rice with a fair crop and plans to offer seed locally. Also includes a legal affidavit for Hall’s Catarrh Cure from Toledo dated 1886.
The narrator tours Florida towns from Inverness to Crystal River and Brooksville, noting Citrus County’s tiny county seat, phosphate plants with strong foreign capital, and prosperous towns. He narrates a frictionless lecture visit with a small door-taking collection, praises Brooksville’s landscape and orange trade, and mentions meeting Mr. and Mrs. Vance and Senator West during travel.
The piece argues that American women increasingly support themselves, reducing early marriages unlike Europe. It cites Dr. Cyrus Edson and New York City data from 1891 showing brides under 20 totaling 2839 with 145 grooms under 20, while most brides were 25 or 26. Comparisons note Hungary and England also show younger brides.
An advertised salve promises to heal cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores totter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions with guaranteed satisfaction or refund. Sold for 25 cents per box by lil Bros.
A reflective piece argues that even with a divine decree allowing people to choose their death, most fear death and cling to life. It notes old age and youth’s woes provoke thoughts of dying, yet portrays mortality with Christian faith, heaven, and paradise as ultimate consolation, urging acceptance of God’s will and the value of enduring life.
One Millionaire New York recounts C B Rousa once penniless Confederate veteran who slept in parks after the war. He built an auction dry goods firm, failed in 1875, then regained wealth to about four million. He lives simply, pays low wages, and supports Winchester Virginia, while facing eccentricities and a notable lawsuit from a servant girl.
A gentleman hosting tea is teased by his young daughter asking about his wife. The guest explains separation and the child presses for truth. She quips on disagreement leading to a joking plan to “fight it out” like the parents. The anecdote ends with the child’s sharp chorus about fighting it out.
A first-person reminiscence recounts a near drowning in the Ohio River during a log raft bath. The author describes the struggle to the surface, the traumatic moment of a companion colliding, and an out-of-body sequence before being revived on a raft. The tale blends fear, reflection on life, and a caution against dangerous bravado. The piece closes with brief medical and moral notes and a Gospel anecdote about divers and cure.
A collage of brief items touches on ants and insect speed, a Texas turnip, educational mores, and a hogs hunted wilderness. It notes historic China products, Colorado women’s vote implications, global marriage rates, and varied prices for livestock and pets. Anecdotes include a Gl Noted divorces and a New Hampshire elder’s advice.
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