Influence of surroundings on a child’s development
The piece argues that external circumstances can override parental control when shaping a child. Absence of a parent, a sick mother, or exposure to adult conversations may plant conflicting impulses in a child, challenging careful training. Over time parental theories may still prevail.
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Jeffersonville
The Swell Head and Real Gentlemanliness
A reflection on true courtesy and humility vs loftiness. Moody quotes urge perseverance over luck, caution against aristocratic posture, and emphasize steady effort, practice, and decision as keys to success with a Chinese proverb on time and patience.
Seeing flaws as business or purpose in observation
The text contrasts defect detection with practical use. It argues that defect finding serves power and efficiency for some, while a fault finder benefits no one. It praises higher intellect for spotting useful elements others miss, rather than dwelling on obvious faults.
Theory and practice must align for effective results
The text argues that sound theory guiding practice yields good outcomes while impractical theory or poor application fails. It notes that a child’s misbehavior is not conclusive proof against parents’ training theories, and that successful theory depends on correct use and context.
The Slaughter of the Innocents Exposed by Mrs. Clarke Hardy
Mrs. Clarke Hardy argues that bird plumes for hats drive wild species toward extinction. She cites Audubon Society fights against Merchant Milliners and urges Christian women to oppose the slaughter by refusing plume adornment. She recalls Amos J. Cummings’s Washington Hearing warning of a birdless future and calls for strict laws and enforcement.
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House of Representatives
Washington
Amos J. Cummings
New York
Susquehanna Valley
Bobwhite
Delis
Cummings
Florida
Audubon Societies
Merchant Milliners’ Association
Clarke Hardy
National Rural
A Proposal to Married Ladies Offers Free Silver Sugar Shell
A Chicago advertising notice urges married ladies nationwide to request a free sterling silver plated sugar shell. No payment required, only the recipient’s name. Choice of 40 cent designs with illustrated selections. Promotes Quaker Valley silverware through home samples.
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United States
Quaker Valley
Quaker Valley Mfg. Co
Morgan ,and Harrison Sts
Chicago
Robbed the Grave by Electric Bitters
Philadelphia man narrates a near fatal illness with yellow skin sinking eyes and back pain. After three physicians gave up, Electric Bitters produced rapid improvement in a few weeks and he credits the remedy with saving his life. Available at the Post-office Drug Store for 50 cents guaranteed.
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John Oliver
Philadelphia
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