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Newspaper
Singleton Argus And Upper Hunter General Advocate
Location
Singleton, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 23, 1879
Page
4
Fragmentary verse from Chambers Journal speaks of love, longing, and sacrifice. The speaker intertwines vows with sorrow seeking a crown, a dream, and a lasting union beyond life, imagining strength and prize in unity.
The Times discusses looming conflict in South Africa as Natal border tensions rise with Cetshwayo’s Zulu kingdom. Lord Chelmsford concentrates 4000 troops, including Europeans, while British reinforcements and native levies bolster defenses and transport networks amid political caution and calls for rapid decisive action.
The article traces the Victoria Cross from its 1856 creation by Royal warrant for acts of valor in the army and navy. It describes the cross design with the bar name corps, laurel sprig, and ribbon color, notes civilians may receive it, and mentions value as symbolic while detailing pension and medals rules.
A historic discussion argues women should openly express affection though fear of boldness persists. It declares women have equal right to show love, whether by words or actions, and that withholding affection is hypocritical and weak. It insists genuine preference is legitimate and should be voiced.
Fraser's Magazine surveys Rome in the 1700s as a hub for foreign art, noting the city’s sterile home production yet lavish consumption. It profiles patrons, clergy, nobles, and scholars who shaped opera, music, and criticism, highlighting abbati and reformers amid a bustling cultural market.
A reader notes a belt of yellow metal matching the glittering tone of a belt worn by Westbourne Grove, praising the design yet wondering if a brass band would be too much for the occasion.
The Pottery Gazette argues executive talent is crucial for business success, noting many skilled designers or craftsmen fail without strong managerial power. It urges young workers to cultivate executive ability, since mechanical skill alone does not guarantee independent business viability.
The Pestallozsian System of Education founder Pontallozsi, born 1745 in Aurich, Switzerland, transformed from illness to a life of charitable schooling. He educated orphans and poor children, formed classes, led relocations across cantons, and published Leonard and Gertride and Letters on Education. He died February 17, 1427, after a life devoted to infant education and early development.
The Chambers of Commerce push proposals to curb debtor abuse and improve creditor access. Measures include requiring full notices of accountings and faster timelines, plus directing trust proceeds to the estate and tightening dividends in non liquidated bankruptcies.
A dated 21 January 1879 letter from Ash Rochdale to Mr. W. Field in New York argues that protectionist monopoly harms workers and freedom. It recalls English weavers, American trade, and the need for free industry to reduce war and tyranny, urging mutual support for freer trade.
Fragmentary lines discuss a moonlit night and desire for moon visibility. The dialogue references names and tones suggesting a casual conversation about evening scenery and perception.
The Maitland market report notes cautious recovery sentiment as prices for fat stock show little variation due to holiday-timed sales. Cattle consignments from R. Binnie, Alex Howman, Geo Loder, and others fetch varied prices, with prime quality 15s to 18s per 100 lb and mixed cattle around 3 to 5 pounds per head. far brighter demand seen for Walhallow wethers, though overall sheep and store stock face subdued activity.
The report surveys weekly prices and barter for wool, hides, kangaroo skins, and livestock in Sydney and London markets. It notes limited demand, weak activity due to holidays, with price ranges for various grades and commodities and mentions of auction results and stock movements.
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