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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1876
Page
1
Peleg Stow, a large and lazy laborer from Diddlesgree, is described as healthy yet slow minded. The text questions why he should marry, implying an uncertain or humorous social dilemma surrounding Peleg’s proposed nuptials.
An aged court tale follows King Louis II seeking solitude and nature aboard a small steamer near the Blarenberg region. A hunter in mountain dress meets an old man and his young daughter, Marie, revealing hardship after Good Friday misfortune. The hunter is moved by the girl’s song and offers aid, urging patience as the old man contemplates tax woes and future shelter.
A hunter helps Zelner and his daughter Marie after a note and purse lead Baron von P to a peasant household. The baron doubted the claim until the King revealed the plan, and Marie is later funded by the King to train as a prime donna. Two years on, Zeiner prospers with civil tax treatment and Marie prepares a debut in Munich's Court Theater.
The Chicago Tribune recounts a humorous scene on Peoria Street where a timid man, amid blushes, is asked to marry by a witty, hopeful woman. He cites modest income and family traditions, while she asks for an escort to her sister’s on Adams Street, revealing comic social pressures of the era. The note ends with a quip about cold weather and a stray line about a public administrator handling estates with duplicate wives as claimants.
A broad survey covers American beef in London markets at twelve cents a pound, Georgia crop yields and profits, and census figures for New Orleans including literacy and illness data. It also notes Indian pilgrimage thefts, bee sting remedies, lime eye treatment, and remarks on aging public speakers, with emphasis on practical science and regional statistics.
The article notes Peter Cooper born 1791 at 85 delivering a speech, William Cullen Bryant born 1704 at 82 speaking for philanthropy and Homer translation, and John A. Dix at 78 praising public welfare. It highlights their ongoing vigor, financial success, and roles as business leader, poet, editor, and military officer. It remarks on wealth among Bryant, Cooper, and Dix and their interest in public matters.
A reflection on handshakes from ancient pledges to modern casual grips with examples from Royalty clergy and satirical descriptions by Sydney Smith. It traces the gesture from binding promise to social signal, noting varied styles and meanings across eras.
A London Saturday Review excerpt notes inconsiderate behavior harms others by intruding on their time and peace. It cites telegrams about trivial matters, fearful courtesies at picnics, and the impact of luxury on budget and manners. It ends with a remark on the Duke of Edinburgh’s naval career options.
A quoted Eastern journal raises what becomes of precious metals and pins, doubting any clear answer. The piece cites estimates of $5,000,000,000 in gold and silver since Noah, with $3.2 billion produced since America's discovery, much lost to shipwrecks, gilding, and other fates. It notes vast hidden sums in Asiatic lands and China, and asks what happened to Solomon’s temple gold and Spanish spoils, concluding metals disappear after serving their purpose, much like gas and boots, leaving no precise answer.
The Late Dr Howe served in Greece for six years as surgeon and volunteer aiding the Greek cause. He helped build the first cart there under his supervision and taught agricultural craft. A peasant woman once recognized him riding home alone, provoking joyous public tribute.
Superintendent Jorneon reports 381477 scholars in Maine in 1875 a decrease of 3000 from 1874. The average wages of male teachers last year was 96.96 dollars per month. There was a slight increase in eachor wages from 1874.
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