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Newspaper
Lexington Clipper
Location
Lexington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1858
Page
2
The Lexing ton Clipper editor announces resignation citing personal reasons and disavows printing political tickets. He reflects on reader ties, defends his record, and urges readers to speak directly to him.
A columnist critiques popular guides for youths noting lasting appeal but limited value. It argues that good advice is common yet rarely followed and that individual paths differ, questioning one size fits all rules from figures like Chesterfield and urging balanced choices between home duties and urban endeavors.
The piece notes rapid urban migration as people seek wealth, leaving rural areas sparsely populated. It contrasts speculative city growth with the countryside’s decline, urging readers to balance ambition with prudence in seeking opportunities.
The first annual exhibition of the Floyd County Agricultural and Mechanical Association began in New Albany on October 18 and runs for six days. Thanks are due W. W. Tuley Esq. the Superintendent for a complimentary ticket.
The fragment mentions thanks to John M Gowan Jr of California for copies of several San Francisco papers. No clear event, date, or outcome is stated.
A note from Friday describes a visit to New Frankfort where Mr. T. Bishop and his wife hosted guests. The writer remarks on friendly villagers, sociable inhabitants, and wishes them prosperity while encouraging readership of the Clipper.
The notice extols F M Harlan Co for selling rots and gaubs of fixens and urges readers to call them for supplies.
The comet shines brilliantly across the North Western heavens in a sight described as one of the most glorious for mankind. View it now before its departure, as future generations may not witness it.
A brief editorial missive urges Mr. Video and Hawkeye to submit future Clipper communications on narrow slips of paper rather than large 12 by 4 sheets to facilitate handling.
The notice from a printer apologizes for a mislaid copy regarding Mrs Jane Bolestact and asks Mr Travisl to provide a corrected or updated copy.
An old ad urges readers to try the finest chewing tobacco and cigars from Stephen Dykins, highlighting quality products for discerning smokers.
The text urges every voter in Scott county to take up the Clipper measure. It emphasizes universal participation and frames the issue as essential civic action during the upcoming election.
A community letter quarrels with Hawkeye over claims about Methodist and Presbyterian Sabbath schools. It defends Video's statements and asserts both schools provided opportunities, noting singing and prayer, while challenging insinuations of neglect and boastful conduct. A new Baptist church hall is reported as completed at Cloverport.
The document lists official votes for state and county offices including Secretary of State Daniel M Glure and Auditor John W Dodd. It notes margins for Treasurer Superintendent of Public Instruction Attorney General and several judges and district offices, with many names and vote totals.
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