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Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1879

Page

4

Miscellany of humorous notes and quotes from era papers

A roundup of eccentric lines and light satire. Pills of social tidbits, jokes about funerals, scholars, editors, and letters claim a mix of regional quips. Notable items include quips about funerals in Ohio, a sewing machine agent facing death, and a string of playful misstatements from various papers.

Beechers Speak In Gossip On Judas And Theodore

A column of anecdotes contrasts Mrs Beecher’s harsh view of Theodore with Henry Beecher’s defense. The piece includes a Washington letter on President Hayes hosting Mrs Hayes for house tour at the White House and a tale about a Manchester manufacturer learning to value trifles.

Harry Ward Beecher Mrs Beecher the Beechers Henry Mrs. Beecher Judas Theodore el Perkins Hays Mrs. Hayes White House Rompe Manchester

An Inspired Orator Prentiss and Lincoln Anecdotes

A Boston audience hears Prentiss speak at Faneuil Hall and a venerable judge recalls three hours of captivating oratory. Bishop Simpson renews Lincoln tales about Burnside’s fleet and a whispered reveal. A Milford man, cooled by drink beside a rolling mill, recalls Milford as home.

Prentiss Boston Faneuil Hall Mr. Prentiss Crator Lincoln Bishop Simpson New York Mr. Lincoln Milford Fair Haven

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