29 Nov 1871
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Newspaper
Massillon Independent
Location
Massillon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1871
Page
1
A Wooster University medical lecture by Dr. A Metz, ophthalmology expert, is quoted outlining scientific medicine as a flexible, evidence based discipline. He condemns rigid systems, extols independence of thought, cites bold advances in science, and recalls historical resistance to new ideas.
The fragment discusses vocabulary usage and language limits, noting most educated speakers use only a few thousand words while famous writers employ tens of thousands. It argues vocabulary mastery is overrated, then shifts to the social skill of reading eyes, desire for fame, and the value of self improvement. It ends urging young men to improve intellectually, heed wise advice, and strive to be somebody through effort despite obstacles.
A reader denounces Sunday school hymns and literature as crude and corrupting to children. The piece cites vulgar songs and mismatched theology sung at Brooklyn events, condemning optimistic depictions of cripples and hypocritical young heroines while urging libraries to purge such material.
A letter from Spain by Mr. Jacobs praises Spanish endurance and daily habits. He cites swift travelers, peasant stamina, and a custom of early rising. Spaniards show politeness and strict civility norms, with strict greetings and reluctance to omit respectful salutations.
A reflective piece on tombstone inscriptions and a sober call to resist the ruin caused by whisky. It cites memories of ruined lives across classes, urging readers to confront the moral cost and rally against addiction.
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