The Citizen Duty Warns Against Bad Government
The speaker denounces negligent citizens who avoid jury duty and political involvement. He argues that absenteeism and fear empower corrupt lawmakers, inflating taxes and weakening democracy. Citizens must study government and become diligent, courageous participants.
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Want Ad Quickly Sells Huffman's Dead Horse
A humorous tale shows a Scottsville News want ad for a horse of unknown vintage drawing in many replies. Sam Huffman of Esmont sold the animal fast, prompting letters praising the paper as an advertising medium.
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Scottsville
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