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Newspaper
Lititz Record
Location
Lititz, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1881
Page
4
A collection of aphoristic thoughts on self control belief and morality noting that quiet faith and decisive action shape character. Observations liken history to a Newgate calendar and stress the perils of rest and conformity in Christian witness.
The article outlines social greetings and proper behavior for hostesses and guests, including bowing and introductions. It also narrates a story about Tom Stayboltz, a bright but shy student at a railroad school who wins a prize by proving his knowledge of engines without wood or water.
A humorous tale follows a countryman and a doubtful city stranger as they ride a steam engine test and visit a hotel. The man proves practical in a tricky engine demonstration while the other squanders funds and learns a mock wisdom about life and alcohol. It ends with a light moral on propriety and common sense.
A Wilton anecdote describes a merchant explaining his theatre trip to his wife while a servant reports a guest awaiting him, hinting at fashion and deception. The piece shifts to note a strong cement made from gutta percha and shellac, used to mend crockery by heating and setting the pieces in place.
A New York craftsman recalls cane fashion evolution from crooks to Zulu and shepherd designs. He notes global woods, rare handles, and prices up to 30 dollars, while tracing importers, fashion shifts, and the crowded market from Cortlandt Street to Fifth Avenue.
A paper by M W de Fonvielle describes a midnight view of comet b 1881 from a balloon at 1000 metres. The tail lengthened, brightness increased beyond earth observers, and a straight cut terminating the tail suggested a fleecy cloud or planetary debris illuminated by sunlight.
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