Daniel and the Lions Den as a Model of Piety and Politics
The sermon interprets Daniel in the lions den as a model of steadfast faith under political pressure. It argues that success provokes envy, religion can accompany worldly duties, and faithful leadership strengthens both state and church. It urges young Christians to blend religious principle with public life and endure opposition.
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Louis Klopsch
Washington
Dr. Talmage
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Babylon
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King
New York Harbor
Glasgow
Havre de Grace
Charleston
Boston
Liverpool
Tonquin
God
Christ
Matthew
Lydia
Simon Peter
Saul
Damascus
Benjamin F. Butler
New York
Heaven
United States
Bunker Hill
Lexington
Bethlehem
Numidia
Dog fond of coffee on Paulina Street
A Chicago Tribune item describes a Paulina Street dog with a refined palate for coffee. He demands cream and sugar, insists on a saucer and cup, and is first at breakfast, barking to protest delays if others are not served.
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Paulina Street
Chicago Tribune
Ape Hero of Mafeking Gen Snyman the Ape
A historical article recounts Mafeking siege heroism attributed to an ape named Gen Snyman. The intelligent simian allegedly signaled bombardment by ringing a bell and guiding civilians to underground refuges, aiding the garrison for months before the siege ended.
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Mafeking
Snymans
Gen. Snyman
Ingenious Oregon Stone Scow Aids Laborsome Boatyard
Francis Ellington Leupp details a quarry scow device built by Oregon stone workers to haul cargo downriver and use a rope windlass to raise it back up rapids. A two paddle-wheel mechanism with a rope wound around a central axle powers the ascent, turning labor into intelligent use of currents.
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St. Nicholas
Francis Ellington Leupp
Oregon
Han
The Art of Hanging Curtain Drapes at Home
A practical guide to DIY curtain hanging and draping noting amateur work can rival professionals with care. It advises choosing plain muslin, aligning patterns, and using simple back drapes while stressing cleanliness and ease of laundry for long lasting appeal.
Dusting Habits Extend Curtain Life and Cleanliness
A reading notes that regular dusting every few weeks reduces buildup, surprising readers how much dust is removed. It claims curtains last longer when dust is not allowed to accumulate, noting dust damages materials over time.
Phrase in a Name and a Spartan King Reference
The text recalls James Russell Lowell joking about an editor’s blunders in early plays and naming him after Sparta’s first king Eudamidas. It notes the amusing misattribution and the moment when the true king’s name was revealed.
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James Russell Lowell
Sparta
Eudamidas
Largest Sturgeon Caught in North Sea Weighing 525 Pounds
The record sturgeon was captured in the North Sea weighing 525 pounds. Fishermen reported the catch caused about 750 dollars in net damage before it was killed.
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North Sea
First Impression: Culture Question Pops Up
The First Impression notes a playful exchange where a father asks his son what culture is and replies that it is what some people have before you know them, reflecting on social bonds in Brooklyn life.
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Papa
Son
Brooklys
I Ought and I Will in Bungay Verse
A poetic tribute to the twin ideals I Ought and I Will. The piece extols duty and courage as guiding forces in commerce culture science and charity and likens them to warriors of justice across land and sea. George W. Bungay.
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George W. Bungay
Politician Accused of Corruption Cited by Senator Sorghum
A Washington Star editorial quotes Senator Sorghum describing a politician as inherently corrupt. The exchange underscores skepticism about accepting political influence for money and suggests a reflexive behavior.
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Senator Sorghum
Washington Star
A Compliment for Jack From a Friend
A reader from Boston Courier praises friend Jack as a man after their heart while another expresses uncertainty about sharing that assurance.
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Jack
Boston Courier
Crime of Train Robbers Turns on Women
A lighthearted quip contrasts the rare image of women as train robbers with the frequent sight of women in daily life. The exchange notes the irony that women are often blamed or stereotyped as the reason for crime while actual incidents remain uncommon.
All That Was Lacking Maude-Ferdinand Qualities
A courtroom exchange reveals Maude lacking one key trait in a marriage plan. Eva asks what it is and the judge notes the man will not propose.
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Maude
Ferdinand
Eva
All That Stopped Him Mrs Farmer Do You Know How to Handle an Ax
Weary Wraggs quips about skill with an axe in a playful exchange with Mrs Farmer as Puck comments on the wing suit. The brief dialogue captures a humorous exchange with whimsical wordplay.
Oriental embroidery trends for the season described
The article notes oriental embroidery will dominate the coming season due to its simple execution and rich color. It highlights jewel and floss thread work on linen and Berlin canvas, with bold color blends, red green blue and yellow, plus decorative gold spangles. It mentions mercerized cotton embroidery material and colored arras as novel, cost effective options.
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Berlin
Arras
N. Y. Tribune
Old Huntington Woman Recalls Scar From President Buchanan
An elderly visitor at the White House recalls meeting James Buchanan in his early days at his father's butcher shop in Huntington County Pennsylvania. She shows a scar from his cleaver incident and reflects on how a future president can emerge from unlikely beginnings. The remark ends with a Herbert quote about forgiveness.
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White House
Washington Post
Jim Buchanan
Jim
Huntington County
James Buchanan
United States
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