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Newspaper
Augusta Washingtonian
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1843
Page
8
A historical parody text titled For the Washingtonian and Tune Reparation presents a Temperance themed verse. It urges readers to join in reform, describing past sin and present deliverance, inviting youth to support the Temperance movement and spread its blessings.
A poem from the Washingtonian noting a dream visitation by a mother figure speaking to her child. The lines describe heavenly guidance, protection over the child’s path, and a promise of reunion after earthly life, ending with Augusta dated November 10, 1845.
The piece mourns Lt. G. C. Wyche who died by his own hand in Boston Tolbooth after intoxication. It condemns wine drinking and argues it harms noble men, denouncing advocates of wine in forums and institutions. The writer cites suffering from alcohol and laments national tolerance of liquor.
The piece urges gathering statistics on temperance societies in Georgia and nationwide. It mocks wine drinking, cites President Tyler, and highlights a tragic tale of a young woman influenced by alcohol, ending in murder and suicide. It seeks subscriber support and official responses.
A Boston temperance note recounts a man fed pure water pretending it was Santa Cruz Rum. The drinker savors a false liquor, confuses tastes, and smiles at a faux relief. The article links deception to temperance aims and cites a Niagara Falls gathering with 5080 attendees.
Fragmented OCR text from HAL OE FL Circulars includes scattered notes and items. The readable portions mention circulars and family notices but lack coherent context or complete names.
The Augusta Washingtonian announces a new temperance and moral family newspaper to be published every Saturday in Augusta Georgia. James McCafferty states editors and managers will raise circulation with support from local tempers and reform advocates. Subscriptions priced at one dollar yearly with club rates and agent opportunities for postmasters.
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