08 Sep 1883
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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1883
Page
1
In Louisville, a glow and good ghosts appear to the town while a bad man sits high up, casting a wary air. Wings hover as the scene blends whimsy and menace in a curious, period-tinged display.
General Bradley T. Jimson of Baltimore warns at Greenbrier White Sulphur Springs that Maryland faces imminent danger if Republicans regain power. He cites a long history of disfranchisement, military rule, and court upheaval tied to the party, urging reform via a decisive Democratic platform and a state convention to propose specific measures.
A Louisville era editorial argues for matching colored representation in party leadership and offices. It praises colored papers Vindicate, Echo, and Globe for demanding proportional gains and contends white Republicans must concede power to reflect the colored vote's strength and tutelage.
A moral essay contrasts flawed patriarchal failures with women who teach self-reliance, then recounts a French courtyard fire. A brave father enters a burning building, rescues two boys by forming a living bridge between rooms, but perishes on the street. The tale honors parental sacrifice and the value of independence.
Nashville American reports a June Board of Education rule that marriage by any lady teacher is deemed equivalent to tendering her resignation, prompting concern among staff about employment status and tenure amid widespread absence of teachers.
A stranger in a Third avenue saloon asks the crowd "Take something?" and, after a chorus reply, buys a drink and makes for the door declaring "take a Joke!" The group rises in encouragement as the man exits.
A quip about sending letters by male and a playful misquote about a life at sea. The remark suggests caution with travel and communication methods, pairing humor with nautical imagery and a nod to maritime phrasing.
In a Leader piece, Charles Latimer touts the divining rod and sixth sense as proof against skepticism. He cites personal successes locating water pipes, coal veins, Witch Hazel mines, and metal deposits, claiming public disbelief will fade as recognized science.
Ellwood McIntire of the eastern town belt cultivates carp on his father's farm. He notes twenty fish introduced five months earlier from Washington now measure 18 inches long and 4 inches wide with 2 inches thickness. He claims pond culture could be nearly as profitable as swine if growth continues.
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