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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1873
Page
8
A reader reflects on wealth and poverty from a religious perspective. The speaker contrasts earthly riches with inner peace, noting that wealth does not guarantee happiness. The passage questions the value of material abundance versus spiritual fulfillment, referencing the blessedness of the poor in spirit and the emptiness of riches without virtue.
A devotional narrative contrasts strength found in God with human weakness. It recounts a mother's reliance during hardship, a youth learning Providence guides events, and a father enduring burden until trust yields felt peace. The piece urges patient faith, gentleness, and steadfast charity as life transitions.
Practical guidance for farmers covering animal housing and feeding routines, manure as capital, stable design for horses and cattle, and hygiene. Emphasis on ventilation, varied rations, salt licks, frequent cleaning, and careful housing to ease fattening, with specific tips for crops, pruning, storage, and protecting fruit beds for winter.
Winter care for farm horses is crucial to prevent loss from poor wintering. Do not overfeed hay and avoid letting them loaf without exercise. Build a shed with a yard for regular exercise and feed strengthening rations to keep muscles in full strength, reducing heaves and market spoilage.
The Journal presents its 1874 prospectus detailing rising circulation and steady prosperity. It pledges prompt universal news coverage, minimal sensationalism, independent critique of all parties, and devotion to industrial interests, public conscience, and moral family guidance. It explains publication schedule: daily at 3 and 6 pm, tri weekly every other day, and weekly editions. advance payment required.
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