A Canadian Divine On Dancing Sermon Sparks Zest
Rev William McDonough of the Presbyterian ministry in Paris Canada derides dancing as beastly and corrupting, blaming French and American influences for moral decay. He cites biblical references and recounts a pulpit aside where a mock dance exposes supposed libertine behavior, contrasting modern babies with those of earlier eras.
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Hell
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Horticultural Skepticism on Plant Insects and Fertilization
A critique by Thos Meehan is cited arguing insects do not materially aid plant fertilization. The writer notes experiments showing seeds and sex are not essential for plant propagation, while bud variation and asexual methods sustain many species. The column also previews a New York letter about real estate losses and a humorous tale of a widow and Mr. O Conor.
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The
Gardener's Monthly
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T. A Knight
Thomas Meehan
Whithouse
New York
Mewlay
Bureleigh
The Tribune Extras list of scientific pamphlets and prices
A catalog of Tribune Extras offering illustrated lectures by Proctor Agassiz and others, with titles on astronomy science and religion. Items include prices from 2 to 20 cents, with sheet and pamphlet formats and mail delivery offered for orders totaling $1. New York Tribune notice.
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Come
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Fife
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Prncipal
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Meze
Montreal
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Chrs
W. Shields
Princeton
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Manchester
National Academy of Sciences
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Kings of Bartners
James Ron
S. 2
Toangley
Central Park
Hall
Albany
Philadelphia
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Storrty
Dod
Charles Francie Adams
Kenry Ward
Merere Boyard Taylor
J. R., Aseard
Sam C. Wyckod
Clarence Cook
Mre
Jebecca Davis
Lees Wean
Prof. Huxley
America
Arldresere
Buffalo
Nashville
Teltimore
York
Examination of the Niagara Suspension Bridge Findings
The Niagara River suspension bridge built by John A Roebling in 1855 shows minimal wear after 22 years of rail use. Colonel Paine reports fewer than a dozen corroded wires and that the cables retain elasticity under strain. Further tests confirm the structure remains safely anchored and capable of withstanding future loads.
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Scientifc American
Niagara River
John A. Roebling
William Hf. Paine
East River Bridge
Paine
Atm
Alarm on Sheffield Cutlers and Protective Tariffs
The piece argues Sheffield cutlery makers suffer from American competition and union resistance to machinery. It cites the protective tariff as vital, aiding U S rivals to capture trade lost by British firms, and notes widespread industry fear of ruin. It also discusses vulcanized India rubber dangers and a Canadian stammering cure via daily quiet reading.
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Sheffield
Shefield
Gritich
India
Berlin
Brunswick
Westboro State Reform School riot ends with 5 cells
A Friday evening uprising at Westboro State Reform School involved about twenty boys throwing crockery at officers. After the escape attempt failed, authorities used water and confinement to quell the riot. Four officers and some youths sustained minor scalp wounds. Damages are pegged around $2000. ringleaders face grand jury. The incident followed by a discussion on American and Canadian women.
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Westboro State Reform School
Col. Shepherd
Harvey
Dre. Harvey
Springfeld Repubcan
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