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Newspaper

Madison Weekly Herald

Location

Madison, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 19, 1879

Page

4

Living in Hopes in a Soap-Soaked Shirt

A Central Station tramp, seven months wearing a white shirt made by his sister, explains he cannot wash it due to a lost dog and a belief in living in hopes. Officers question his tale as he clings to memory of his sister and vow to avoid risk for the shirt.

Paria Sarah Johnston Yellow Dock Honduras W. Johnston & CO Jefferson Avenue Detroit Mich Jd. E.G Dtacorand Harper & Co

Beaming Laughs at the Pulpit Sparks Clergy Debate

A clergyman’s admitted laugh at a pulpit moment provokes a meeting and explanation. He recalls a country town scene where a man hilariously buttoned a bee into his pants, causing a near meltdown during scripture reading and lingering remorse.

Palaelersryvmin Morutos Deasta Tam

Wise Legislator and Humble Remedies in a Local Quip

A satirical piece contrasts the wise legislator with selfish interest, praising selfless votes for public good. It mocks doctors charging high fees and touts Dr Pierce remedies as cheaper, then ends with a joke about asking Mrs Jones's age and her witty reply.

Ile Pierce Dr. Pierce

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