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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1870
Page
6
A narrator reflects on teaching the young pupils and the tender good nights they share. He envisions heaven’s glow in their innocence and laments leaving the schoolhouse as autumn ends. The piece recalls Christlike lessons and a longing for the children’s daily presence.
A Sunday Bible reading is interrupted by a playful boy who is deftly restrained by Father Hawley. The incident underscores harsh poverty, tender discipline, and the boy’s later transformation within the mission school and faith. The note ends recalling a prayerful mother and the enduring impact of kindness.
A boy rescues his burning sister by wrapping a bed blanket around her clothes to smother the flames. He explains his mother taught him this was the best way to put out fire, and he would not leave his sister even if she burned. The tale is followed by humorous vignettes on first impressions and a two year old’s doll mishap with grandma’s repair.
A folktale tone piece describes an October morning in Belinoy town. A maiden with golden hair stands at an east window of a house, recalling memories as mist drifts and autumn breezes blow. She reflects on a vow about Snigginses’ bow breaking into their garden, ending with a quip about etiquette when brains are on fire.
Governor Pal mer writes to D. C. Gamble Mason City detailing the new constitution guidance for electing the next Iowa General Assembly. Districting begins with Alexander County as district No 1 and future senatorial districts to elect three representatives each. The letter notes minority representation and cross-county or cross-school district selection. The Difference quip and various unrelated items follow.
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