19 Oct 1881
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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1881
Page
1
A fragmented nineteenth century poem depicts national awakening from sea to sea. Seventeen starzaa lines evoke a nation roused by a martyr, the coffin of a chosen leader, and the sorrow of a people. Images of dawn, liberty, and flag lie alongside scenes of workers and a grieving family.
George Gaylor and Lucy Herbert quarrel over jealousy sparked by Daisy Marden at a Brandon ball. George grows wary after meeting Cecil Andrews, but Lucy rebukes him with a playful finale. They reconcile, choosing forgiveness and a fresh start.
In Chaussée d Antin a 25 year cashier Benjamin F faced a collecting clerk Pierre Doulley over a 1000 franc error in a 10,000 franc draft from a London banker. After insults and threats, the cashier refused to admit error and kept the note, while Doulley took the note to the mayor to distribute to the poor.
A Literary Journal writer warns readers about eye strain from poor lighting and type. Engravers and watchmakers seek optimal light by day and night, while general readers often push through long pages with little care. Clear type, proper ink, and ample line spacing are urged as safeguards.
Frank Chanfrau and Salvini shared a hotel dining room in St Louis after a March performance. Chanfrau and his wife Henrietta teased each other in English while Italian star Salvini could not speak English, with Chizzola acting as interpreter. The humorous exchange, including a soup mishap and playful boasts about acting parts, amused both troupes and led Chanfrau to vow not to mock his fellow artist again.
In a yard a cheerful old vegetable man arrives with a heavy, varied basket of produce. We choose bamboo shoots and potatoes, sample beans including French and Dutch varieties, hear an unpronounceable new kind named, then settle on price after a cook argues half as much as the asking sum.
A historic account describes how sperm whales travel in cow and calf groups and how the mother defends her young by remaining near the calf and seeking escape by sound or flight. Whalers strike the calf first to provoke the mother to fight, honoring maternal devotion while noting the brutality.
Professor Rantoul clet of Geneva discusses a new principle for lake and sea vessels that could revolutionize naval design. A model is under construction at Geneva and will be tested on the lake to determine if the theory increases speed and reduces water resistance.
In an ancient Egyptian era of great splendor perfumes saturated daily life. Fridays urged perfumed self-adornment and fragrant offerings. Opium from Sycat and Hasheesh prohibitions existed alongside widespread wine and beer. Arab poets praised wine despite religious bans.
Dr Bessel notes Eskimo dogs halt by dropping to ground with snouts between forepaws then rise to stretch, while Polaris Newfoundland dogs circle before resting. Darwin cites this as a wild ancestor habit. Dogs famed for blunt honesty may bite flesh if exposed, and a porcelain door handle swallowed by a dog shows the breed’s recklessness.
The Philadelphia Times mocks the English traveler abroad showing odd dress and slang. It notes the Briton’s garish trousers coats and headgear as he travels from Boulogne to Paris and beyond. English speakers often vanish to Parisians prompting bargain by signs and frequent fleecing by French vendors.
A village clerk saves a fortune over fifty years while a farm owner loses everything despite thrift. A Scotch migrant becomes a landowner by steady work, then grows wealth. The piece argues money grows by lending at interest, buying and selling for profit, or a mix, with success tied to knowledge and method.
A fragment asserts Eclectric Oil cures coughs colds asthma bronchitis and catarrh and rheumatism at little cost claiming it is the best oil in the world and that critics cannot prevent the world from knowing it. The text mocks bystanders as Byrons and insists on its efficacy.
The Greek Church rejects purgatory and asserts the Holy Ghost proceeds from the Father through the Son, baptizes by immersion only in Constantinople, and uses no images in relief but employs engravings. It allows priestly marriage, condemns second marriages for priests and fourth marriages for laymen, and keeps four solemn fasts.
Lady readers urged that true beauty comes from health. The advertisement declares Hup Ditters as the sure path to rich flood, good health, strength and beauty, claiming a trial proves the claim despite cosmetics from France and other beautifiers.
An advertisement proclaims Kendall's Spavin Cure conquers rheumatism and relieves suffering, urging readers to seek the remedy as a proven solution.
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