29 Dec 1888
Page 1
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Newspaper
Brazil Miner
Location
Brazil, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1888
Page
1
A survey traces ancient and medieval capital punishments from stoning and crucifixion to the wheel and guillotine, noting how different cultures imposed death. It cites Mosaic law, Roman and Japanese methods, and European evolutions, with reflections on mercy and cruelty through history.
A massive explosion shattered windows on Main Street and damaged W L Wards home near stored nitro glycerine magazines. Mrs Ward suffered injuries as buildings collapsed and timbers fell. Witnesses reported two shooters killed in the blast amid repeated magazine detonations in recent weeks.
An extended description contrasts a stark exterior with an immaculate interior described as a dollhouse scaled up. It details rituals of entry for foreigners, squatting rooms, minimal furniture, and surprising daily life norms. The piece includes odd cultural observations and a long, fragmented report of local notices and obituaries.
A Pentecostal style notice states Amiens church and Brown's Chapel will hold Tet week events with a May dedication by Bishop Brown. The A. B church is also set for a January 16 dedication by Bishop Weaver, costing about 8100 with a debt of around 2010.9 to be lifted at dedication.
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