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Newspaper
Our Church Paper
Location
New Market, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1901
Page
1
Poem urges restraint when repeating rumors and condemning others. It questions the value of gossip and encourages focus on self reflection and forgiving, with a religious moral center. The piece cites temptation, pity, and speaking of God rather than repeating slander.
A historical sermon outlines Lutherans as a leading church in America with 6814 clergy 11159 churches and 1 674 175 confirmed members. It highlights strong education 27 seminaries 7139 students 463 professors 12 girls seminaries 50 academies and 3000+ parochial schools educating 300000 children. Also notes 52 orphan homes 18 aged care 21 hospitals and 13 immigrant missions. The paper praises Lutheran orthodoxy, scriptural teaching, and education as keys to growth and influence.
A sermon-like reflection discusses how crowds seek material gains over spiritual truth. It notes Jesus drew praise when healing and miracles occurred, but abandoned his teachings on sacrifice when confronted with true gospel demands. The piece also includes quotes from Holmes and Longfellow on direction, sorrow, and charitable giving.
A Sunday school teacher asks when Jews as a nation ceased to exist politically after Jerusalem fell and the Temple was destroyed by Titus. Yet Jews remain a distinct people, scattered worldwide, a unique historical phenomenon the article notes. It cites Voltaire praising the Jews and urges faith and vigilance for the future under divine providence.
The Lutheran criticizes overreliance on organizations to solve social ills. It argues organized groups expand aims beyond capacity, dragging in issues from animal cruelty to labor laws, adulteration, and gambling. The piece notes Chicago women form a wide umbrella group to suppress many crimes, a move seen as misguided.
A harsh critique compares blight in orchards to rot within the heart of the church. The passage laments that one sin can destroy much good, especially where sacred aims meet human weakness.
A London animal tamer’s 35 foot boa constrictor kills him after a dramatic stage display. The piece likens sin to a serpent that destroys its master, then shifts to a discussion of Lutheran doctrine and church unity.
A quotation on universal talent and opportunity. It argues that daily use grows character while neglect erodes it, presenting a stern but benevolent law shaping progress turning men toward goodness.
An editorial in the New York World surveys Queen Victoria's private wealth from public funds, personal savings, estates in England and abroad, and gifts. It estimates annual private income around 515000, yearly savings about 250000, plus inherited and estate values pushing total toward 16 million, with other properties and gifts adding further wealth.
The speaker laments opportunities lost and regrets neglect of duties to aid the sick and suffering, especially immortal souls now beyond reach. The message closes with a reminder to pay for the paper.
A father questions his idle son about studies and logic. Tom claims he is not present in Rome, hence elsewhere, which the father counters with a cane and a neat paradox. The exchange ends with Tom noting a flaw in his reasoning.
A man asleep with artificial teeth in his mouth woke choking and believed the teeth had slipped far down his throat. Friends failed to aid him. a blacksmith and a girl were unable to help. A doctor arrived, found the teeth in place, and the patient breathed freely once they were set. The article closes with moral reflections and a baking tip.
Shenandoah Valley published by Henkel and Co New Market Virginia a weekly local newspaper offers job printing services specializing in church minutes and school catalogues. Office established in 1806. Subscription price one dollar per year.
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