06 Dec 1865
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Newspaper
Beaver Argus
Location
Beaver, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1865
Page
1
By Grace Guernwood reports on rising insurrections in Jamaica highlighting a local Negro hero and the social unrest affecting the island. The piece traces notable incidents, public reactions, and the guard's response to growing tensions.
A long-scan of battles memories and heroic acts juxtaposes grand parades with personal bravery. It recalls a boy who survives a well by grit and faith, mourns fallen heroes, and laments a nation’s unrest. The piece blends historical notes, legal notices, and wartime repercussions across places and times, weaving in names, events, and the cost of freedom.
An overheard bargain between a hungry young man and an old fisherman ends with a lesson about self reliance. The young man winds up catching a large batch of fish and learns to fish for himself rather than wait for favors.
A sermon recounts a learned lawyer’s comment on preaching salvation to a mass audience. The speaker notes current ministers lack the fire and plainness he expects, comparing court pleading to preaching and urging bold, persuasive religious outreach amid doubt.
A facetious gentleman notes wine has two flaws. Water spoils it, and if water does not spoil it, the wine will spoil him. The remark wittily contrasts drink with its contaminations and his vanity.
Readable fragments report on Sabbath School activities near Stockport, praising religious instruction and noting female teachers, Bible studies, and a revival both in the central Congregational and Methodist circles. Mention of Pittsburg Diocese and a new pastor appointment appears among the scattered items.
The text blends veterinary hints and farmers’ anecdotes about sheep care. It mentions using wood ashes, salt, brimstone, and vinegar as remedies, with advice on feeding and shelter. It reads like a scattered farming column with improvised treatments and tips.
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