Paris Exposition Preview and American Exhibit Focus
Our Paris letter notes the president of the French Republic attends a horse race as the exposition nears opening. The fair is not ready for visitors and descriptions are sparse amid exaggerated charges and expectations from Parisians. The piece laments U S agricultural exhibit slow to impress while the American exhibit draws the most attention.
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Paris Exposition Delays and Prices Hit Visitors Hard
From Our Regular Correspondent Paris May 26 1878 Americans recall the Sunday exhibition agitation in Philadelphia at our Centennial Here the question is not discussed It is doubtful authorities will interfere with recreation as President McMahon and officials attend a horse race The Sabbath remains a French mood yet thousands flock to the Exhibition on Sundays by rail omnibus and tramway The gates fill and visitors explore all exhibits while planning meals from home as restaurants inside are pricey The grounds show gradual completion and by mid June the Exposition expects guests but prices must drop The lodging market shows rooms scarce and costly with long stairs and no shade The American exhibit highlights the Type Writer by E Retington & Sons two young women operate the machines amid crowds The American agricultural display lags with poorly labeled specimens and mismanaged items The piece notes Americans and English tourists will tour Europe before returning home
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Canadian Letters From Ontario to Freeport Journal Reader
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Fragmentary note on loyalty to the Queen
A brief, incomplete reminiscence or endorsement attributed to W. W. Walkey praising loyal subjects ready to pledge allegiance to the Queen. The readable text centers on loyalty in the country and a phrase God save the Queen in a wartime or civic context.
How Are We to Be Saved by Christ’s Appearing
The message states salvation comes through the appearing of God’s love and kindness. People think they must act to change God’s mind, but Christ’s one offering fully secures reconciliation. God is ready to forgive and invites looking outward for peace, mentioning a celebrated figure.
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