Books on the Russo Turkish War Soon in Market
The author notes that ignorance about the Russo Turkish war stems from a lack of accessible books and predicts many new titles will soon flood the market. Some works are already excellent.
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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1877
Page
2
The author notes that ignorance about the Russo Turkish war stems from a lack of accessible books and predicts many new titles will soon flood the market. Some works are already excellent.
The article notes a well educated tramp in a Connecticut town who eloquently discusses national affairs and history before making a poignant plea for a copper loan. It references Frederick Douglass addressing freedmen in the South about serving a new master, himself, as faithfully as the old slaveholder.
Rumor suggests Boss Tweed seeks freedom and may stash a nest egg abroad. The tale implies he would not suffer destitution if granted liberty, contrasting his plan with Gotham’s woes.
The text speaks of James Russell Lowell as a United States representative heading to Spain to demonstrate American prowess. It contrasts a renowned attorney and the celebrated poet to illustrate the display of Yankee greatness during the assignment.
The article notes Harvard University graduating 194 in 1877 and weighs the costs of higher education against its benefits. It cites Governor and President Hayes interactions, Boston interests, and a view of education as a costly yet sometimes fruitful investment. It also mentions Islamic pilgrimage offerings at Mecca and a vast treasure believed to exceed one hundred million dollars.
Last week Brown University admitted forty nine applicants to the Freshman class after a rigid two day examination. thirteen passed without conditions while nine were rejected and the rest placed on probation. Thirty attempted preliminary exams with varying results.
Sixty Brattleboro citizens sign a protest letter to saloon and hotelkeepers urging an immediate end to intoxicating liquor sales in violation of laws. The letter warns legal redress will be pursued if requests are ignored.
The Providence Press reports a wealthy merchant, living in a neighboring town, misplaced a pocket book containing 750 dollars and papers. A poor laborer found it and returned it after a long search. The merchant, grateful, promised a reward and gave a small bottle of cologne the next day.
Providence hosts annual reunions of national military groups with parades and ceremonies. President Hayes arrives welcomed by Governor Van Zandt and Cabinet, attends excursions on the City of Newport to Rocky Point, and reviews troops at Dexter Training Ground and Music Hall amid a busy schedule through Friday.
The July issue offers a novelette A Work of Retribution by Christian Reid with illustration by Mr. Sheppard. It reprints Russell’s The Prince of Wales Tour in India focusing on hunting, plus Turkey in Europe with vivid Turkish life scenes.
Elder Augustus Durfee of Richmond R J will preach in the Advent Chapel tomorrow Sunday in the day and in the evening delivering two sermons to parishioners and visitors.
A twenty five foot steam tender recently constructed at the Herreshoff boat works for the New York yacht Palmer. The vessel is described as a fine model.
A fragment notes that dry conditions on Bradford Street from High to Wood raise more dust per square yard than any other area on this side of the Sahara.
A meeting was held at the Congregational Memorial Chapel last Monday evening to organize union temperance work under church auspices and direction. The steamer Canonicus went to Providence and an extra train ran Thursday evening for those attending President Hayes' reception in that city.
Trinity Church schedules morning prayer litany and holy communion at 10, Sunday school and sermon for children at 12, evening prayer and sermon at 7. A new catamaran Teazer tested for speed at Herreshoff works in Boston with two more nearing delivery. Brick sidewalk near Dr. Gallup’s office reveals an 1685 date mark. Wheaton Female Seminary catalog notes 122 pupils. local travel guide Snow’s book advertised. Sidewalk improvements on Hope Street. steamer Rhode Island salutes harbor. YMCA leases upper rooms for Ice Cream Rooms. Fourth of July events anticipated. Soda and mineral waters sold at Bedell’s Medical Hall. town council vacancy filled. boat house removal ordered at foot of Constitution Street.
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