26 Aug 1863
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Newspaper
Beaver Argus
Location
Beaver, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1863
Page
1
The Beaver Argus reprints a discussion on Mosaic law including "the law at Sipia" and severe penalties for theft. It cites biblical verses about stealing a man and other offenses, arguing the divine basis for social statutes and executions. The piece reflects 1860s religious commentary and legal inheritance in a local newspaper.
A fragment discusses penalties for stealing under ancient law, arguing death was imposed for certain property thefts while other losses merited compensation. It weighs whether punishment fit the crime and reflects on the sanctity of person over material goods, concluding divine justice opposes treating a person as mere property.
The tenth annual Beaver County Agricultural Society fair announces premium awards for Farms and Gardens, Horses, and related livestock categories to be held September 24–26, 1863. Entry details require submitting homes by September 16 and judge briefs note blank report forms.
The notice records judges and a long list of agricultural shows with classes for cattle bulls cows and calves, sheep, pigs, and poultry. It names judges T J Irwin and others, outlines best and second best awards, and cites various animals by breed and age across multiple divisions.
The record details class 10 fruit and many divisions with judges and prize standings. It lists best varieties of apples pears peaches grapes and quinces, plus extensive sections on vegetables flowering plants and farm implements. Names of judges and exhibitors appear beside numerous entries, reflecting a broad display of agricultural products from apples to ornamental flowers.
Instructions outline eligibility for competitors, card system, submission deadlines, judge conduct, and premium awarding. Competitors must be society members, county residents, and own exhibited property. Judges will report findings and may direct placement and only award premiums to properly classified items.
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