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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1889
Page
11
In a medieval tale a blind prince is unjustly fledged as king when his father splits the realm. His jealous brother plots murder, but the prince survives and escapes to fairy lands before returning to lead a war and overthrow the usurper, reclaiming the throne.
Exhausted, a blind prince prays for death after a failed murder plot by his brother. A melodious fairy of Fortune appears promising relief and guides him to a realm of pleasure. He awakens restored, lying on a mossy divan in a splendid garden after the magical journey.
Ed Winder fights with his wife over a fat black and tan dog using a leather seat pad with tacks to keep the pet off the chair. The dog claws the cushion, Winder enforces the stake via a tacky intervention, and neighbors hear a commotion when chaos returns to the chair.
The article recalls James Randall and a late night camp incident inspiring the creation of My Maryland. It notes Randall edited a paper in Georgia and the lyric “The despot's heel is on Maryland” emerged amid sleep troubles and parasites. The tune is linked to the German song O Tannenbaum.
A fragmentary poem recalls a seaman in British blue with bright buttons who wins love from a great aunt. He earns affection through a voyage and a vow that echoes in a Baltic setting, then fades into incomplete verses and names. The reading ends with a dusty, faded note of a sailor’s romance.
An untitled essay argues deceit is born of oppression not gender, cites Greek and native roles, and asserts women today are advancing in education and influence. It contrasts masculine tyranny and feminine tact, urges balance of power at home, and warns honesty shapes children’s virtue.
A New York Sun item describes a Japanese style duck blind using a grass and thatch cloak to conceal shooters. The method involves a net of sea grass with thatch to mimic grass, forming a head cover, cloak, and cap sheath to blend with surroundings and keep wearers dry.
A Progress forces member recalls watching a rabbit approach water and slowly submerge. Black spots spread on its head as it sinks, then reappears when the creature leaps out unharmed. Fleas are seen floating on the water surface, illustrating how rabbits allegedly "flea" themselves.
In Albany Journal prose a strict constructionist and a character named Bland discuss a plot to borrow 200 by noon while musing on unattainable desires. The dialogue blends moral posturing with a brokered favor and reflective meditation on longing versus fulfillment.
A historical discussion extols French cuisine as a world renowned science practiced by skilled chefs. It explains four cooking departments, apprenticeship in Paris, and the value of sauces, roasting, vegetables, and pastry. It notes economic, moral, and health links to digestion and offers sample menus and Savarin quotes on good eating.
A Salt Lake City dispatch explains the tithing scrip used by Mormons as a substitute for money. Bills resemble bank notes with a bee hive emblem and the General Tithing Storehouse inscription, redeemable only for merchandise and produce at the Salt Lake storehouse.
A rough road speech shows Uncle Jake urging Israel to hurry and work with energy. The dialogue warns against procrastination and pushes action before next week, framing time as a powerful, dangerous force to be controlled. The tone is stern and colloquial, reflecting hard headed advice.
The note reports a caller asking for Mr Glinter at his home and receiving a sharp reply from a female voice stating it is Mrs Glinter's residence after he pretended to reach Mr Glinter. The incident follows his recent business reverse and transfer of property.
During an inspection of Dr. de Grolier's library Mr Seaside notes his friend is a Dickens admirer. Dr de Grolier replies that he owns all Dickens works in original numbers and never allows others to dust them.
A poem fragment contrasts dreary heavens with visions of a golden land of sunshine and summer bloom. It recalls storms of wintry years and fleeting joys, ending with a hopeful image of cloudless skies and heavenly peace as inspiration from W. Hubner in the Atlanta Constitution.
A writer critiques doctrinal preaching dulling the soul and urges bringing doctrine into daily life. He advocates flourishing Sunday schools, better organization, and active effort to engage children and youth within the church.
The report notes drink traffic thrives on the poor’s scant earnings amid the strike. It discusses liquor saloons east and west of London, relief funds, and sobriety after the strike’s end. It also reviews Carroll D Wright’s annual labor report on working women in American cities, moral concerns, and calls for honest, industrious women.
Harvard professor Taussig analyzes Germany's compulsory workers insurance as explained in the Forum. He details coverage for factory and mine workers, women, and domestic servants, with employer and state contributions, and notes the system aims to quiet socialist demands while remaining uniquely German.
A historical scene shows Garibaldi urging young men to join the Italian liberation effort. The crowd questions inducements, while the leader emphasizes self sacrifice and faith. The text also reflects on depictions of dead men in church imagery and contrasts it with present church realities.
The General Triennial Convention of the Protestant Episcopal Church has closed its sessions in New York. The gathering drew a magnificent body and represented a broad constituency among American churches, signaling a strong social voice in the church.
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