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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1903
Page
3
A poem contrasts wealth and poverty by describing a man labeled rich who dwells in a bare, bleak home. He buys and sells yet receives no affection or care, highlighting social inequality and emotional distance.
A narrator recalls meeting Dagley at a restaurant and guiding him through town. Dagley hopes for scandal in dance halls and churches, while a story emerges of a young woman lured to perform and find work in a church choir. The tale contrasts gentle kindness with hard bitterness about fame and morality.
The Isle of Pines sits at the center of a dispute after Cuba taxes its residents. American inhabitants threaten to resist taxes until annexed by the United States and flag protection is secured. The island, about the size of Rhode Island, has a mixed population and historic pirate ties. The question remains whether the final disposition will favor U S guardianship or Cuban control.
In a dramatic moment Dagley fumbles the name Jennie as a girl rushes toward John. The scene ends with the girl asking if she is needed again and learning her father waits at the farm, per Indianapolis Sun prose.
William C. Whitney, described as the father of the modern American navy, declares he would give half his fortune to breed develop and own the winner of the English Derby. He says the dream is the pinnacle of happiness and the summit of hope, reflecting his extreme ambition.
Chicago Chronicle reports a Vienna scientist declares blushing a nervous disorder and hereditary in some cases. Cases include a man driven near suicide by taunts and a society woman whose condition worsens with red surroundings. treatment advised in colder months.
A fragment from a Georgia newspaper column notes Brother Dickey saying the world is bright enough to blaze a path to the next, but the next world is already uncomfortable for some. The piece adds a sharp quip about how few men actually run off with a woman versus how many they imagine.
Rev J B Remensnyder argues that life and immortality are affirmed by natural belief and scientific thought, but Christ's resurrection uniquely proves personal immortality. He cites Plato Kant Tait and Hugo, contrasts ancient doubt with Easter certainty, and calls the resurrection the cornerstone of Christianity and a new creation for humanity.
The article discusses Tan Maclaren and Rev A Lazenby arguing that dying people may fear no terrors but immortality does not depend on a living wish. It asserts life after death exists independent of desire and cannot be halted by doubt or longing. The piece stresses belief endures despite personal wishes.
Dr. John Merritte Driver argues for the truth of life after death appealing to Paley and common sense. He questions atheistic doubt and affirms the resurrection of the body and the immortality of the soul in the name of the fatherhood of God.
Excerpts quote Rev W S Gilbert of Portland predicting Christianity as earth's dominant faith with others fading. Rev G T Thompson of Philadelphia voices comfort on child loss, suggesting Heaven benefits from merciful removal of children and angels guide the afterlife.
Mrs Washington A Roebling, who died in Trenton New Jersey, rose to prominence by directing Brooklyn Bridge construction after Colonel Roebling fell ill from caisson fever. She supervised details from Brooklyn Heights while he watched from his sick room, and she became the first woman to cross the completed bridge on May 27 1883.
Daniel Decatur Emmett the composer of Is Dixie and Way Down South in Dixie is still living in a small hermitage near Mount Vernon Ohio. He keeps the old violin he first used to play the tune and recalls Bryant of New York asking him to write something lively for a walk-around. The next day was Sunday and he watched rain from his window.
The article recalls the life of Uncle Dan, once called father of negro minstrelsy, who drew on memories of the South and Dixieland to craft his songs. Now 87, he is under the care of the Actors' Relief Association after a career marked by hardship and wide fame.
An Englishwoman left a trust fund of 80000 dollars plus residuary estate totaling about 175000 dollars to provide 300 dollar annuities to unmarried women born into privilege who have fallen on hard times and lack income, with names of annuitants undisclosed. Trustees select recipients or they are named during life. Public note references unrelated humor and a sailor joke.
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