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Newspaper
Dermott News
Location
Dermott, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1919
Page
3
Orphan Barton Baynes travels in 1825 near Lickityspilt with Uncle Pentody Baynes. He meets Meteor Dunkelberg and Roving Kate while Amos Grimshaw visits. Silas Wright, a public figure, shows interest and sends books and machines to Barton’s home after Weisht’s Senate election.
In 1857 hardship hits the Harpers as debt mounts from landlord Grimshaw and banker scares. Uncle Peabody and Rodney Barnes struggle with notes and mortgages while a new stove and the caravan of peddlers highlight fragile hopes for a better life in Lickitysplit.
The article notes Barton drawing inspiration from Silas Wright who advocates planning for a boy’s future schooling as he grows capable of leaving home for education.
A merchant dies leaving his son to run a vast business. Friends debate Henry's ability to carry out his father's policies. One insists he is bright and capable, while another warns he lacks the head to fill the father's shoes.
The fragment suggests Jorkins complains of memory weakness while others remark on his luck and fortune. The readable lines hint at mixed sentiment regarding his condition and fortune, with a tone of irony about his memory and circumstances.
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