22 Feb 1873
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Newspaper
Rolla Express
Location
Rolla, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1873
Page
1
A prose poem and songlike verse image laments February's gloom while asserting resilience. A young painter vows to endure hardship, brighten his attic room with art, and await spring, love, and fame as January and February clash with hopeful resolve.
A Cleveland tale recounts German immigrants Curth and Hugger betting on a prize draw at the Harmonie concert in Detroit. The plan backfires as Curth wins but is mocked, while Mrs Hugger claims the prize and faces scrutiny from The Cleveland Plain Dealer. The piece uses a lurid tone and blends fiction with local color.
A narrator aboard a ship describes a vast ocean scene with the sun rising behind distant mountains. The calm watches the clock strike midnight as dawn breaks, a bridge of foam appears, and the crew dons hats in silent reverence before the brilliant colors of sunrise spread across ocean and haven. The scene ends with a fresh morning breeze and birdsong as another day begins.
A U S minister dispatch reports February 11 vote 259 to 32 in the Cortes establishing a republican government. Abdication of King Amadeo ignites London Paris debate with looming civil war and Portugal unrest noted as insurrection grows.
Observation and experience outline rules for selecting good milk cows. Key traits include age four to six, prominent milk veins and soft skin, well balanced udder with four compartments and teats evenly placed, adequate number of teats, and a docile calm disposition.
The Boston Herald proposes a provocative theory that defalcations stem from lack of vacation by involved men. It cites 25 years with no cases where a defaulter was not punctual, diligent, or willing to work overtime. It suggests short staff absences would better protect deposits than directors.
A London Saturday Review piece rebuts claims of overwork as flimsy and argues for balanced effort. It advises dividing heavy tasks, steady routines, good sleep, proper meals, limited stimulants, and moderate exercise to sustain productivity without harming health.
In 1848 Foote and Davis, both from the same state, quarreled over remarks about Gen Taylor and a marriage tie to Davis. The dispute escalated to blows at the Willard hotel before friends intervened and the men settled differences with a handshake and a wagered claim who struck first.
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