22 Oct 1890
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Newspaper
Cambridge Herald
Location
Cambridge, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1890
Page
1
A poem by Frank P. Smart from the Detroit Free Press recalls a beloved image that lingers in bright light. The speaker admits imperfections and hidden feelings but praises a patience and gentle kindness that outlasts the photograph.
Agatha Simplex, a sharp dressmaker, marries Moses Mixsell despite his plan to dominate her. He locks her in, but she remains resolute. A concert, a dummy in the window, and Miss Peggerell expose the ruse, ending with Agatha returning home and maintaining independence.
Archdeacon Stretch of Victoria recalls a clerical bore named Cass who claimed Napoleon was of Scriptural descent. When pressed, Cass says Napoleon becomes Apoleon or Apollyon. the archdeacon retorts Cass with the initial letter cut off yields Ass, noting no revelation in that.
Reverend Talmage recounts a Jericho to Jericho pilgrimage with a caravan, noting the Jehoshaphat Valley, Mount Olivet and Gethsemane, and contrasts biblical travelers with modern acts of mercy. He cites Samaritans and Levites, laments prejudice, and ends with a call to practical Christianity and music’s power.
An essay on what makes a girl popular in society. It argues popularity rests not on wealth or beauty but on a gracious manner, intelligence, generosity, and especially personal magnetism, which confers social power beyond appearance. The piece cites the Chicago Inter Ocean.
The report lists a flurry of incidents across Ohio including two flags presented by the W A C and N V A at Norwalk with a thousand children forming a parade. Plastering contracts awarded in Dayton. Robberies in Ohio City and Randolph Center, killings and injuries in various robberies, burglaries, and a fatal train incident near Circleville. Coroner Egan’s son appointed in Columbus. A horse theft near Galion traced to Ashland County. A large one million dollar Peters estate note affair at Oberlin College. A railroad wreck at Hudson with extensive damage and a second crash near Akron. A rotunda wedding at the State House and a Columbus bank authorized to begin business. Obituaries note the death of Mrs Mary Hornoyp at Steubenville. Fire destroys Fairport Harbor’s business district with substantial losses.
The quote reflects that real life resides in the moment God has placed us and the tasks He assigns. It emphasizes inner growth in Christ and the unfolding purpose ripening within, as timeless ages await the earth’s potential.
The author argues that lack of occupation harms society more than solitude. Constant confinement with others narrows the mind and breeds trifling stories and mischief making lies from perpetual chatter.
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