The German's Fatherland and Materialism Debate
A poem asserts a universal German fatherland across regions and saints, while a church pamphlet argues against Materialism. It critiques Epicurean thought, links to Aristotle, cites Locke and Hartley, and warns that science cannot bridge mind and matter.
Look to Yourself Salvation Message from Noah Parable
A sermon urges readers to seek personal salvation first while still helping others. It links Noah's ark to self salvation and cites examples of wealthy and parents neglecting personal faith. It notes cures and institutions including Ayer's Sarsaparilla, Simmons Liver Regulator, and the University of Montpelier anniversary.
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Noah
Christ
Dobbina’ Electric Soap Promoted by Grocers
The piece touts the soap as a long established item now offered by grocers. It claims twenty times savings on clothing and notes the product has been sold for 24 years. It urges readers to try it and mentions grocers can order it.
What is Fame and Fortune in a Boy's Life
A long verse on fame wealth life and love contrasts with a boy Jack who learns value of honesty and duty. He accepts three years as an errand boy, remains loyal to his employer, and is rewarded with trust and a better offer when his time ends. His mother supports his choice to honor his word while pursuing better work.
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Job
Alpha and Omega
Hodge
Leucippus
Democritus
Epicurus
Christ
St. Paul
Athens
Jesus
Alden
A. Wilford Hall
New York
England
Locke
Hardy
God
Hartly
Hamilton
Tia
Jack
Lang
Mr. Lang
Mr. Hill
Curious Nestorian Tablet Sheltered in China
The Chinese government, urged by the Peking diplomatic corps, will shelter the Nestorian tablet discovered in 1825. It bears a Chinese inscription and Syriac signature, claims a Tang dynasty ode to emperors, and was found at Sanganfu in Shen-Si.
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China
Peking
Williams
Middle Kingdom
Asia
Shen-Si
Si Ngan-Fu
Illinois Compulsory School Law Not Always Observed
In Chicago last year fourteen thousand children did not attend school regularly despite Illinois compulsory education law requiring attendance under age fourteen. The quote notes adults who scorn child amusements are often the loudest at ball games.
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Chicago
Mlinois
Boston Courier
German lesson axed in Indianapolis public schools
A notice states that German instruction has been abolished in the lower grades of Indianapolis public schools. Also included is a health ad promoting Simmon’s Liver Regulator for vitality and energy.
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Indianapolis
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Ayer
University of
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