24 May 1862
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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1862
Page
1
The piece recalls triumphs from Fort Donelson to the North winds and celebrates Union victory. It calls for flags, bells, and trumpets as the nation rallies, honoring those who planned and fought, and declaring the land safe and renewed. Murrah, the dag is ours.
A New York Tribune correspondent recounts how Gen Heintzelman rallied New Jersey and other troops at Bull Run by ordering bands to play Yankee Doodle and the Star Spangled Banner. The tactic energized the exhausted infantry amid defeat. Also noted is Gen Burnside signaling from Fort Macon in a curious meeting with a fisherman who recognized him by his bald head.
Stephen Bowler, a diligent basket maker, envies Mr. Eustace wealth and its comforts. When illness strikes, Bowler aids the dying rich man and later cares for Mark Oliver, a poor friend facing death. Oliver's quiet faith and family farewell teach Bowler that riches are tested in the last hour and true wealth lies in love, virtue, and spiritual readiness.
A quotation discusses a man's duty to avoid self reproach and seek public approval. It argues that if public opinion supports one's honest conduct, the inner verdict is strengthened. The author notes that a person acts with greater certainty when personal judgment is confirmed by those who know him.
Anranay notes the Prince of Wales and his party accessing the Cave of Machpelah in Hebron with permission, the first Christians admitted since the Crusades nearly 700 years ago. Dr. Stanley praises the tombs as well kept and orderly, with Abraham and other patriarchs named as buried there.
A Beecher note extols speed in horses and human thrill of racing. It argues that fastness is a virtue and moderation throttles natural gifts, urging riders to let horses run freely yet safely and to relish the exhilaration of speed. The piece blends philosophy with vivid descriptions of horse power and rider restraint.
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