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Newspaper
New Harmony Register
Location
New Harmony, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1879
Page
4
A speaker warns a son that fashion and a flashy coat do not build worth. He advises against borrowing, stresses plain means over showy gear, and says pride comes from self-reliance rather than borrowed finery. The passage urges restraint and frugality despite social pressures.
An analysis contrasts wheat yields and transport costs between England and America. It notes English yield per acre about 30 bushels versus 15 in America, yet argues American farmers can compete due to cheaper cultivation, citing Red River settlements and open soil. The piece also recounts a tale about the origin of The Old Oaken Bucket and mentions New Orleans consumption trends and a new provincial government.
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