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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1882
Page
7
In 1692 Massachusetts, the Hepworth family faces witchcraft fears as Captain Hepworth plans a grand barn raising. Hester, gifted and bold, shields herself amid rumors, religious doubt, and escalating trials that threaten the family’s unity and safety. The narrative contrasts Puritan restraint with superstition while foreshadowing doom.
In chapter three the Hepworth family consoles their distressed daughter after harsh words about witchcraft. Captain Hepworth and Madame Hepworth seek quiet, faith, and song to ease her sadness and discuss a forthcoming proposal as night falls and the household rests.
Madame Hepworth receives a letter from Deliverance Jacobs warning of threats to family unity and a private daughter accused of dealings with the devil. The epistle recalls Salem council orders, rising bread fame, and concerns over Liena and May’s behavior, ending with hopeful notes about healing and protection.
A London News report analyzes five years of river drownings in the Thames. It notes 68 deaths in the city district and 1270 in the metropolitan area, with many cases undetermined, and highlights a high share of infant deaths and potential foul play.
A reporter visits a gun shop and exposes toy “Banner” pistols as a trap for children. Investigations link lockjaw deaths to copper shell wounds, cap detonators, and tetanus risk, urging ban or stricter sales and better wound care.
Former Senator Roscoe Conkling closes a mandamus argument for railroad common carriers before Judge Haight. He defends railroads, argues mandamus is limited to public rights, and warns against politicized legal pressure while urging fair wages and orderly law.
Paris hosts a small revolt led by the Federation of the Centre. Its organ Citoyen publishes a petition to be presented to the chambers claiming 300 000 copies will circulate. The document blames rising rents on ongoing civic improvements and calls for a government rent reduction based on prior payments.
A New Yorker at Pilot Knob on Lookout Mountain cracks up at the view and is billed for a series of humorous tolls and ovations. The guide quips prices for the scenic experience and a playful altercation follows at the cliff edge.
California counts four women lawyers with Mrs Laura DeForce Gordon editing a paper in Alameda and Mrs Clara Foltz active in public speaking. Mrs Ada Bittenbender from Nebraska recently joined the bar. Other notable figures include Mrs Belya Lockwood and Mrs M J Ricker who was admitted in the District of Columbia. Examining lawyers praise the knowledge and ability shown by women who pass the bar.
In a breach of promise case a Montana court heard that the groom failed to attend the wedding as agreed. He claimed a bear kept him away all day. The judge dismissed the suit and the plaintiff soon became the defendant’s wife.
A Greenfield tea scene ends with a seventh birthday boy outside asking where Paul is as he prays for supper. Jewel garters showcase gold and silver filigree designs with gem accents, often made to order and suited for seaside wear.
Benjamin Peterson of Winthrop attends the Augusta Circus and swears he is 105 years old. Despite age marks, he remains vigorous with good appetite and sturdy hair and teeth. He recalls family ties to a Revolutionary War era soldier and faint memories of the late 18th century.
James H Madden of Leadville died last Thursday and was buried Friday. Dr McDean, who attended him, reported an unusually large head with notable frontal and lateral development. After death the brain weighed 6244 ounces, claimed as the heaviest brain found in America.
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