Vveil of the World and the Hereafter in Washingtonian Text
A 1844 Washingtonian issue examines beliefs about the afterlife and spirits, arguing scripture supports premortal existence and visitation by heavenly beings. It cites Miss D and biblical figures, debates eternal knowledge and accountability, and warns against worldly delay in repentance. The issue also includes publisher notes and temperance subscription appeals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephen
Jesus
God
Arraham
Lazarus
Jesus ‘Christ
Miss D
Prompt to decide fate of enterprise
Citizens and supporters urged to act quickly to determine the future of the enterprise, stressing the need for an early decision on its course and outcome.
Gazette recounts mayoral vote and editorials on verse
The piece reports the city election results with M M Dye elected mayor and lists council members by ward. It also lampoons a blind verse column, notes the Rambler's suspension and its loss to Temperance supporters, and lampoons a correspondent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crump
Garvin
Readers defend modern poets while praising measured verse
A Washingtonian reader urges balanced views on poetry in the paper and argues it is unfair to harshly judge modern writers for not reaching classical heights. The letter praises occasional poetic pieces as signs of a still-present literary spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washingtonian
Milton
Cowper
Pope
Shakspeare
Readers urge patient editors to welcome poetic submissions
A reader pleads for open reception of poetry in the paper and laments harsh critiques. The writer argues editors should not muzzle contributors or demand only high literature, imagining editors might produce only blank verse while urging readers to enjoy a verdant respite amid a sea of rumors.
Temperance Celebration and Murder Sentence in Savannah
A Savannah crowd joined temperance societies in a Friday procession to the Methodist Church with bands and speakers. At the courthouse, Judge O Neaxt sentenced a man to a reduced term for murder, urging repentance and abstinence from alcohol as a path to mercy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Savannah Star
Washingtonians
Marshalls Staley
Davies
Washington and Mechanics’ Temperance Societies
Catholic Temperance Society
Oglethorpe Barrack
Temperance Society
J. McBerrien Millen
Morel
Broughton Street
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Geo. F. Pierce
James Harper
Joan Miiepee
Friends of Temperance
Wasuixeronian
Friends of the Cause
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Church of God
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