19 May 1866
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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1866
Page
1
An old North country tale tells of two cold cottages on Incomhshire plains. A starving youth seeks shelter, a poor woman welcomes him, and a nobleman in disguise later repays kindness with gifts. The story ends with a moral on charity without expectation.
An ode to preserving heartfelt letters from loved ones across time. The piece urges never to burn affectionate notes as they revive youth and memories, while advising to burn harsh letters and forgive. It reflects on widows, mothers, and children finding solace in epistolary words from the past.
A reflective essay ponders rarer gentlemen beyond social veneers. It contrasts polished manners with genuine integrity and loyalty, urging personal growth through kindness, sympathy, and charity. It argues true beauty lies in soul, not outward grace, as one grows by love for God and humankind.
A compact, old newspaper style piece recounts Simple Peter a poor man praised for steadfast faith and obedience. It follows his compassion for children at a Sabbath school and a rebuking moment with older boys. It also includes scattered moral anecdotes about happiness hope and envy.
Dr Butcer spoke on the condition of heathen women in India noting the absence of happiness and singing among converted souls and describing idolatry as draining joy. De Windship of Eaton now lifts 8000 pounds and claims to be the world’s strongest man.
Report describes a vast cave found in bluffs about a mile above St Joseph explored by leading citizens. Inside are crystal chambers with stalactites and marble platform. a 38 foot skeleton with inches details was found. Teeth sent to town for inspection amid wonder.
Eyewitness account outlines Mauaa Loa eruption details with lava flows and sky lighting across eastern Hawaii, then shifts to Methodist history in America. It recalls Rev Loutaryv and early New York preachers, followed by miscellany on porcelain sales, horticultural manure, and quotes on advertising invitations.
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