Christ Cursed the Fig Tree Debate Sparks Reader Exchange
Portsmouth editor defends scripture reading against Rev H B Ensworth and declares Christ did not curse the fig tree for not bearing figs at that time. The letter questions translators and notes contemporary views on the Lord's Prayer and biblical language. The excerpt shifts to travel notes on Portugal's Douro wine, Porto warehouses, and wine adulteration practices with port exports to England.
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Theologians reject Kansas town clergyman plea in jest
In Harper's Magazine July Editor's Drawer a Kansas town seeks a young pastor amid daunting qualifications and low pay. The seminary faculty propose whimsical replies noting Saint Paul, sail makers, and finally the angel Gabriel to preach Sundays while living in heaven.
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Ohio Republicans split over Garfield and Foster brandishing
A New York Sun correspondent condemns Garfield as imprudent and predicts Ohio Republicans will block Foster by reclaiming caucus and go by a go as you please rule. The Pennsylvania Legislature adjourned after fixing pay at one hundred days and adding five hundred for extra time, while the attorney general argues lawmakers cannot raise their own salaries. A committee was appointed to seek court action on the matter.
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Healthful family care with Hop Bitters
A New Haven Palladium excerpt advocates family health over fashion insisting every member receive Hop Bitters at early signs of illness to prevent sickness, expense, and worry. The quote urges women to exercise wisdom in protecting household health.
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Whitaker case cost thirty seven thousand dollars
The item lists a variety of 19th century news notes including the Tue Whitaker case costing $37,000, a Ross county levy of 4.5 mills for the coming year, a Paris Kentucky reunion for 1812 veterans, and other scattered items such as immigrant arrivals, horse races, and local curious happenings.
Opinions of the Press on Kissing
A compendium of humorous and varied reactions to the biblical scene of Jacob kissing Rachel. Critics from diverse publications joke that Jacob wept for different reasons, from romantic envy to onions, fast color, or poor timing, reflecting lighthearted press sentiment.
Durbin Ward Withdraws Governor Candidacy Card Published
General Durbin Ward, once named Democratic gubernatorial hopeful, states personal reasons prevent his candidacy. He pledges support at the State Convention and vows to aid a wise selection and canvass as his feeble efforts permit. The piece hints at a political shift toward popular rule over entrenched factions.
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Handy steamer Handy boosts Maysville trade on river run
Carr J. C. Acrew reports strong business last week on the Handy steam er expanding the Maysville and Vanceburg trade to this city. He believes the Maysville and Portsmouth daily packet line can be kept up as a paying venture. On her up trip from Maysville the Handy carried over forty passengers and impressed with bright clean cabins and a courteous crew led by Capt. Agnew.
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Company forms to build Cincinnati to Ashland railroad
A new company incorporated at Columbus on Wednesday plans a railroad from Cincinnati through this city to Ashland with President Huntington among the incorporators. Reportedly a second company will immediately build a parallel line from Newport to Ashland on the opposite river side.
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Couple List of Recent Marriage Licenses
William Wesley Zorns and Mary Calley Charles BE Simpson and Mary Alice Kir kendall Theodore Q Shewp and Bessie M Farney Laten W Elliott and Maggie Danham William E Barber and Annie Robinson Elwore Kaybure and Elize Dean The July North American Review includes Carl Seburz on Indian affairs and James Parton on The Power of Public Plunder.
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Charles BE. Simpson
Mary Alice Kirkendall
Theodore Q. Shewp
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Local Officials Attended Event Amid Political Tone
Cor B F Coates and Judge A C Thompson used the occasion to boost their candidacy for tenant Governor and Common Pleas Judge. Thompson missed the boat banquet but found time elsewhere. Iron tonian notes thanks to Sidney A Williams for a programme of the Inter State Reunion at Lebanon. Williams attends the Normal.
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