Times Have Changed In Observance Of Historic Celebrations
The piece reflects on how Fourth of July and Bunker Hill rituals have faded from public life yet argues patriotism remains. It contrasts past grand processions with modern firecrackers and sports events, noting enduring pride and liberty ideals despite changed customs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren
John D. Long
Plymouth
Mass
Rock
Bunker Hill
Grove
Columbia
Philadelphia
Her Boy and Yours. A tale of two youths and their paths
The passage contrasts two boys. One is affluent, well clothed, educated, and socially sheltered, with church and school routines. The other endures harsh work, little schooling, rough experience, and moral danger, yet potential for ambition if given opportunity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Efe
Muriel
Sordid Life Shadows a Young Man’s Path to Tomorrow
The passage contrasts two boys with harsh odds and a “safe way to tomorrow.” It suggests the narrator’s pessimism about a son facing a difficult life while another boy with “real soul stuff” may stumble yet ultimately find a secure route forward.
The Counterfeits of Love in a Moral World
A defense of true love as a noble, divine force, contrasting it with sensational love tragedies and infatuation. The piece argues love endures, protects its own, and grows purer with age, then shifts to a vignette about a daughter educated away from her parents, questioning class pride and genuine education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mme
Roland
Memorial epitaph of Midshipman James Crouse at Arlington
The monument to Midshipman James Crouse in Arlington National Cemetery honors a boy of 19 who died from injuries after aiding crewmen at the turret of the battleship Gercia during target practice off Cape Cod. His final words, Never mind me Im all right, Wake after the others, capture a selfless act that transcends mere reportage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Crouse
Arlington Cemetery
Washington
Gercia
Cape Cod Bay
Crouse
Chum
Goldthwaite
Ile
Ife
Sidney
Stripling Crouse
James Thomas Crouse
Child Adjusts To Family Etiquette Expectations
A youth reflects on family manners and social embarrassment revealing strain between child and parents over shared meals and conduct in front of guests. The excerpt centers on dishes, table manners, and parental behavior during visits.
Heroic Doctor Sacrifices Life for Child in Diphtheria Rescue
A Missouri physician and dean Dr Arnold died three days after aiding a choking child. He performed resuscitation using mouth to mouth and an incision, sacrificing his own life while insisting a father could not save the child. The act is hailed as ultimate humane service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri University
Medical Fraternity
Dr. Arnold
Arnold
Dr Arnold
Nazarene
Israel asks for a king in Stearns Sunday lessons
A 1908 commentary outlines First Samuel lessons from Israel demanding a king to Saul’s selection and rejection, David’s anointing and triumphs. It contrasts trust in God with pride and idolatry, noting the Messiah’s coming and Davids later kingship over Judah and Israel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Press Association
Israel
Demané
Caesar
Saul
Samuel
Josh
David
Bethlehem
Goliath
Cain
Abel
God
Jonathan
Jesus
Judah
Mails close and arrive times for Hocking Valley and region
Postal schedule lists closing and arrival times for Hocking Valley, Big Four, Northern Ohio, Findlay and Value routes. It notes Sunday mail closures at 10 40 a m and Sunday arrival at 9 18 a m with post office hours 9 a m to 11 30 a m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hocking Valley
North
South
Big Four
Ohio
Findlay
Vainue
Bellcenter
Jon W. Findlay Sr
F. J. Vigor
Also Mentioned on This Page
Edwin A. Nye
Bunker
Modern Sidney
New York Times
Golden Text
D. M. Stearns
Tive Cerott
Bears
New York
Munn & Go
D.C
Nee Ay
Fostoria Steam Laundry
Bert Mitten
Agt
Wectollan
DR. J. McClellan
Columbus
J. A. Gibbs
W. Croker
G. W. Croxer Carey
H. E. Myers
U.S Telephone
Vance St
Foundry Cargy
J. E. Nichols
Chesebrough’s Grocery
Carey
R. C. van Buren
Carey,Ohio
F. L. Moyer, V. S
C. Moyer
Phouce
Dvan
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