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14 Nov 1868
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Bristol Phenix in Bristol, Rhode Island
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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1868
Page
1
Night Attack at Cabin Near Trenton Prompted by Tory Defection
In a Trenton area log cabin a group of Tory partisans threaten a Continental youth prisoner. At twelve o clock the prisoner declares he will vanish in a blaze. a thunderous explosion and fire erupt as he escapes, leaving the Tories stunned and the cabin wrecked. Two witnesses later recount a tale of attempted coercion and a failed capture.
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J. H. Richmond
Fos
Exchange Place
Firsanufactures
Adis
W.inebes
Forwa Peialabehi
BOW
Trenton
N. J
Rodda
Hietlands
Tom
Himerlf
Yott
Knidhr‘hood
Banda
Sven
Toms
Xawas
John Burton
Eyuipe
Lovable Faith and Cheer in Practice
A reflective piece argues that devout life need not be gloomy and cites a writer on unbelief about God disapproving happiness. It notes that a cheerful, morally upright person reflects divine approval in countenance and quotes Dr. Johnson on villains often being unhappy.
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Jas
Whens Hood Raya
Esem
Quiet life and nature’s grace in devotional thought
The passage reflects on joy given to all creatures and critiques a theology that revels in misery. It praises quiet devotion, wonders at a daisy’s inner structure, and notes how biographies reveal growth in character and the grace of God within a humble life.
Do Away with Intemperance and Embrace Shared Good
A reflective piece urges eradicating intemperance as the root of social ills and calls for mutual effort to promote each other’s welfare. It contrasts universal beauty and sunshine with grief and disease, urging hopeful labor and a thankful view of God’s blessings.
Lessons From Lefebvre On Ambition And Fate
A veteran recounts General Lefebvre rising to marshal rank after years in line regiments. An old comrade sneers at lesser status, prompting Lefebvre to boast of exposure to twenty thousand shots. He offers a stark bargain, wagering his wealth and honors to illustrate endurance and risk in life.
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Controlling Speech and Thought Says Caution in Language
A thoughtful admonition warns that vulgar words stain the soul and harm character. By mastering tongue and thought, a person can prevent corruption and cultivate religious self discipline.
Dirt play praised by Paris physicians for child health
The most eminent Paris physicians claim dirt play benefits children. They advise letting youngsters use a small bucket and shovel early, to dig dirt and make mud pies, noting a contrast with cleaner children who appear puny and delicate.
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Paris
The Tide in Human Affairs and the Lobster on the Rocks
A parable compares a lobster left high and dry among rocks to people cast into tight spots by life. It warns that waiting for a grand wave to rescue them is futile and urges personal effort to reach safety and smooth water. The ancients' element should not aid one who makes no effort.
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Dox'r Spa
Lossten
Segares
Save the Deap Leaves For Orchard and Garden Fertility
A call to gather fallen leaves rather than sweep them away. Leaves return nutrients and salts to soil when buried near roots, enriching trees and fruit crops. Cites French and Italian vineyard practice and notes leaf manure boosts compost for potting and garden use.
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France
Italy
Birds at Craiva and the singing mocking birds
During the day’s travel many beautifully marked birds were seen. Some small yellow birds the size of a robin resembled sparrows and sparrowlike canaries in song. The true singers were mocking birds that imitated forest birds with loud joyful notes as they hopped and caught flies.
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Trev
Roots for Stock Provide Winter Feed Value
Roots are highly valuable for stock in winter helping young animals grow and stay healthy while boosting cattle and sheep carrying capacity through the season. The piece urges farmers to plant extensive root crops each spring to maintain soil fertility and stock stamina and maximize farm produce.
Mind and mood shape labor in mills and rails
A writer argues that a miller's temperament governs flour quality and that steady, even nerves are needed to keep the grind accurate through day and night. He compares temperament to engine management, saying machines require compatible dispositions to operate smoothly.
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Ann Tarun
Angelic messengers question printer redress above
Fragmentary verse questions whether printers face redress for wrongs below. An angelic being replies that knowledge is granted to them and that delinquencies on printers’ books cannot enter above.
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Angeli
Besven
Emperor mourns Nero the Emperor’s favorite dog dies
The article notes the death of Nero, the Emperor’s seven year old cherished dog. Nero, a dark brown British breed, was closely attached to the Emperor and the Prince Imperial, who requested such a tribute. Nero had a private apartment and shared meals with the Emperor, and his loss is deeply felt at the Tuileries garden corner.
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Nera
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Dioner
Imperial
Arpeaux
Curious headless child in Illinois town survives five years
In Spoan River vicinity Illinois a boy born with no head lives five years. His body is headless from the neck down, with a face on the chest and eyes that turn in sockets. He is white above the waist and red below, but sings clearly and articulates sounds despite the deformity.
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Spoan
Hiinois
Murahall County
Sixtv
Ovington
Sue
Ber Efid
Qureelver writes on gender roles in Broadway society
A lady writer in Broadway compares women to men noting women need men's approval to guide time and conscience. She argues women balance love with work and ambition, while men devote more of themselves to love, claiming a man’s love is greater than a woman’s.
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Broadway
Quiet Duty and Divine Will in a Turbulent Moment
The passage depicts a dialogue about bearing duty with trust in God amid national upheaval. Wesleyan phrasing and a stormy night frame Whitlock’s contemplation of governance by events and divine authority.
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