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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1879
Page
2
A fragmented lyric piece explores unspoken names and unseen treasures guarded by memory. It contrasts fading romances with fleeting joys and mentions spring birds, lilies, roses, and the ache of parting.
A long health column discusses water quality and cooking waters, the role of tea and coffee, and balanced meals. It covers the benefits of medium soft water for cooking, cautions about tannic acid, and notes on nutrition, beverages, and the dangers of concentrated foods. It also warns about stuttering, eye health, and practical home remedies for skin and hair care.
A damaged OCR poem fragment by Bret Harte laments soldiers under fire and asks whether war or peace governs fate. The verses describe a fort on a hill, flowers in trenches, rain and sun, and a prayer for guidance. The text preserves archaic phrasing and imagery of battle and endurance.
The August sky offers Venus at greatest brilliancy nearing solar glare, Jupiter near opposition and Mars rising around 9:30 PM, Saturn visible in the southeast as a dull yellow morning star, Uranus fading after conjunction. Two full moons occur on the 2nd and 31st, with occultations of Antares by the moon on the 24th.
In Plaquemines parish the cane crop is unusually promising with a strong sugar output and many vacuum pans. The parish produced about 11,000 hogsheads of clarified sugar last year and under 1,000 hogsheads of kettie sugar, keeping production near prewar levels. Rice prospects look poor. 1878 output was about 64,000 barrels but 1879 may fall below 30,000 in Plaquemines, St. Bernard, and lower Orleans. Labor is abundant and largely white, with Chinese gangs on three plantations. Wages range from $1 per day plus board to $25 monthly in the rolling season, and sugar laborers earn daily ranges with rations and lodging.
Karl Goler aged 30 died from malignant pustules in Brooklyn New York. Doctors note the disease is very rare and suspect contact with diseased meat or contaminated tools. The illness reportedly followed tooth pain and gum rubbing enabling infection.
Practical guide on selecting fabrics and patterns for chair and sofa covers, detailing loose covers, backing materials, cutting and fitting, pattern matching, and finishing stitches. Includes upholstery tips for sofas, cushions, pillows, and seat coverings, plus care notes. Also offers bread making using Haxall and St Louis flour, yeast development, and a traditional brown bread recipe with rye and Indian meal variations.
A reader advises using Haxall flour for bread and St Louis for pastry to achieve light flaky results. He argues pastry benefits from the second flour, noting less shortening and better texture, while suggesting mixing strategies and warning against new wheat flour.
A lyrical piece in varying stanzas on joy and sorrow across seasons and loves. It weaves images of spring dancing feet and winter snows with the refrain that “hearts that are heavy may melt in tears.” The verses touch on love, friendship, faith, and envy, ending with a lingering refrain about sorrow.
A reporter cites John McCoy of Austin praising Greenback activity across Texas and the South. He notes clubs, barbecues, and pamphlets. Hammond’s gubernatorial bid strengthens the cause. colored and Republican supporters shift to Greenbackism. Emerson Etheridge aids Western Tennessee. overall prospects for a southern Greenback triumph look brighter than ever.
A 1773 birth Michael Morgan near Castlewellan County Down is profiled as a centenarian resident near Warrenpoint Ireland. At twenty five in 1798 he witnessed the Ballynahinch battle and recalls many Irish struggles, aided by a living ninety six year old relative. They sustain themselves by begging and continue daily rounds from 6 to 3, while claiming stout health aided by Hop Buyers.
Providence August 14 letter from Kate Chase Sprague details alleged domestic abuse and financial ruin caused by Governor Sprague. She describes halted support, unpaid debts, and disputes over trusteeship, and recounts a violent confrontation at Canonchet with Conkling and others amid broader public scandal.
Washington August 13 The Evening Star prints Congressman Springer of Illinois detailing an interview with Governor Tilden. Tilden urges Democratic success for enduring power, links prosperity to the party, and backs General Ewing in Ohio. He belittles personal ambition, notes health and enthusiasm, and cautions against Hayes legacy.
In a night amid porcupine holes near a den, a man armed only with a knife and a knob-kerrie faced a lion that seized him and pinned him. He fought back as his leather belt prevented a crushing bite, escaping with injuries likely from the struggle.
New York August 14 reports a fresh chapter in the Stewart body theft saga. Five robbers remain unnamed besides Henry G. Romaine, with negotiations led by Patrick H. Jones. the ransom asked was 200000, the judge offering 25000. Details trace Cardiff Giant hoax ties and schemes to steal Benedict Arnold remains, but authorities and involved figures shift, leaving Hilton reticent on recovery.
British force under Buller engages Zulus at Ulundi with heavy cavalry and artillery. Lord Beresford distinguishes himself, Victoria Cross sought. Zulu losses around 400 with 10,000 killed threat noted. British casualties limited to a few dozen.
Data claims Americans pay fifty million dollars yearly to foreign ship owners for transport. Europe and steamers connect the US with few ships at Atlantic and Pacific routes. Twenty years ago twenty five billion was spent building ships, now eleven thousand. Trade grows while American shipbuilding diminishes.
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