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Newspaper
Lititz Record
Location
Lititz, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1878
Page
1
Fragmented nostalgic poem evokes childhood days and a tutor’s voice as the speaker recalls barefoot play, distant hills, and lifelong memory. The speaker laments grown youth, playful friends, and the enduring ache of time while roses and garden imagery frame a wistful tribute to youth and aging.
Mildred Clare, living with the St Johns, is seen as plain yet perceptive, using wit to pen a satirical play for Mrs Paxton at Newport. Her talent elevates her from wall flowers to a recognized voice, drawing Vincent’s admiration and altering Mildred’s social standing.
The article discusses a shift in infantry doctrine from reserving fire until five to six hundred yards to embracing long range musketry. Historically authorities warned against distant fire, citing high losses and little gain, while continental forces have begun to rethink this approach.
The London Pall Mall Gazette argues the new musketry method, praised in Continental armies, should be adopted in England. It notes experiments and recent foreign regulations indicate the change is imminent and urges timely action at home to prevent soldiers from losing ammunition.
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