22 Nov 1871
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Newspaper
Massillon Independent
Location
Massillon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1871
Page
1
The essay argues Christianity outmatches infidelity in intellect and morality, citing Bible verses, education's Christian roots, and science as supporting faith. It contends materialism misleads, praises revelation, and asserts Christianity harmonizes with nature, guiding life, knowledge, and hope.
In a Chicago discussion on urban wealth, readers question the high cost of splendid residences and costly embellishments. Cheaper houses might lessen loss in fires, while costly exteriors overstate utility. The paper ends a long debate and hints at further reader responses.
The Independent argues the need for a sheep dog protection law. It cites significant losses to dogs on sheep, noting Ohio's substantial annual damage and widespread farmer financial strain and hesitation to invest in protection.
A historical panel discusses whether alcohol aids digestion or harms health. Prof Agassiz and Sir Brodie weigh in, arguing alcohol preserves rather than decomposes digestion, while Benjamin Brodie notes abstinence may boost longevity. A drayman’s quip about Parr highlights skepticism of drink as a health aid.
A farmer reports goats as an effective, humane remedy for rats in barns and stables, noting the pest evacuated within a short time and no rats observed for years though neighbors still contend with them. The piece also recalls the Philadelphia professor Catto’s murder, and includes a miscellaneous set of instructions and anecdotes from the period.
A revival tale recounts a preacher using soft soap on a signal horn to summon attendees, provoking laughter and astonishment. A tall spectator later acted out remorse, until a parishioner exposed the prank claiming the horn had been soaped. The story, relayed as strong folklore from a reliable source, echoes revivalist humor and discipline.
A satirical farmers letter urges farmers to rise at 2 o clock in the morning to tend chores. It mocks common professions and extols the farmer as the noblest work of God, urging vigilance at dawn and punishing routines with humor.
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