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Newspaper
Singleton Argus And Upper Hunter General Advocate
Location
Singleton, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 29, 1879
Page
1
A long excerpt lists social rules from the 19th century manual, including cautions about politeness and behavior in company. It cites the 1878 edition of the Etignatie, Hila Manual of Social and Business Form, and notes societal issues of that year such as crime, poverty, and suicides in England amid bad weather.
A report honors Trooper Jones who died serving, and notes the bravery of the police. The piece reflects on the fallen veteran and the public’s gratitude while recounting earlier battles and the bounds of service. It also includes a long theater and work life essay contrasting brainwork and laborers.
The trial of Rosenburg publisher of Town Talk for Mrs Wallis Weat and Mr and Mrs Langtry is concluded but sentence is deferred. Mahet Pasha resigns Byria governorship as idle obstruction delays the man demanded by the Porte.
A farmer named George and family visiting Lithgow report a four year old boy missing after a hunting trip. The elder brother allegedly shot the child in the side then hid the body in a stump, threatening his sister to keep silent. Parents found the corpse at midnight and the case has caused a local uproar.
A coach bound for the International Exhibition overturned near Beatty’s Son Gresford after the driver fainted. Miss Holden, daughter of G M Holden, died from injuries after leg amputation and severe trauma. Others were bruised or shaken. an inquest was held with Coroner T W Pearse reporting the case.
The jury concluded Mary Holden died from accidentally being struck by a coach. Witnesses testified while John Beatty and Mr Wells faced limited attendance due to illness and shock. The coroner and jury deemed no blame attached to Mr Wells.
The Bishop of Melbourne argues immigration fears are driven by concern over morals and numbers. He notes lower wages and large Chinese populations could threaten European workers, while moral issues may be exaggerated and require careful inquiry before any policy. He warns against hasty bans and urges just measures based on fact.
The Spectator reports Belgian bishops push their plan to limit religious teaching in state schools and buildings. Priests are told to refuse sacraments to children in communal schools using Catholic catechism without episcopal approval, prompting parents to oppose the move.
A House of Rest, presided over by the Archbishop of Canterbury, will open at Mentone to aid clergymen who have collapsed in health and cannot endure another winter abroad. Honorary trustees include liter, CO, Wyatt Smith, Middleton Hone, Upper Tritiog, and Rev H Britchotham, chaplain of Se Voho's Meatone.
A Philadelphia Ledger piece argues misunderstandings stem from clashing temperaments not motives. It urges recognizing differing natures, practicing time and trust, and avoiding hurt by avoiding unfounded explanations.
The article notes Rev George Amith of Batereit in Durbin as a Rorke’s Drift hero who stayed with a small garrison on January 22 to aid during the siege. It also mentions Rev George Smith, chaplain to Colonel Glynn and later to the second division, who helped defend Rorke’s Drift and tended wounded before the Severe ended at Ulundi.
A Birmingham factory boy who miraculously survived being drawn into machinery after an accident at work is hailed as a hero. He laments not his own suffering but the pain his father would feel, asking not to let his father see him injured. The tale mirrors the "Young Hero" theme and contrasts a child’s sacrifice with inherited fame.
The annual report outlines seizures since 1834 including 880569 prints books and negatives 63487 pamphet books many with obscene engravings over five tons of other material 98444 obscene songs cards and other items 11 presses and 42 type items plus 16500 offensive periodicals targeted in past months to curb a growing street scandal.
Qown correspondent reports on Friday the 21st a fight at Mr. E Byrne's Dabbo farm. Sullivan and Austin argued after drinking. Austin stabbed Sullivan, then attacked a third man and fled. Austin later was found dead in a hay-field with a slit throat. Sullivan died, and a fourth man survived in a critical state.
An unclear local notice mentions Mr Lawon editor and Mr Labouckne with scattered names and actions. Details are unreadable, but its context indicates a civic or editorial matter from a city newspaper page.
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