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Newspaper
The Grafton Eagle
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1885
Page
4
In a fragmented tale from The Grafton Eagle, editors express deep religious conviction about Christ’s resurrection and life after death while contrasting science education with faith. The report details a dramatic rockfall near Red House and river navigation risks, alongside a winter preview of Northwest fashions and air quality.
The article describes a two and a half century old Portland area building, its thick oak-like walls, hand-hewn logs, and a long firebox and iron house feature. It notes the structure’s age, original use as shelter from Indians, and later modifications such as clapboarding and window changes. Also mentions a two-story addition built around 1770 and a deep cellar with a milk room and large kettle, illustrating practical colonial-era architecture and living conditions.
A compilation of misquoted maxims and aphorisms from diverse authors invoking mind, education, wealth, time, integrity, and beauty. The extract weaves statements from Cusa, Sidney Smith, Goethe, Franklin, Huruyere, Mann, Mason, Paley, and others into a theme of virtue, perseverance, and inner worth.
A speaker in a crowded market place vents about lawyers and a planned confrontation. He recounts a clash with a Black man, mentions paying for legal advice, and describes threatening actions and a pending settlement involving money and possessions amid urgent, rough dialogue.
A lengthy 19th century advertisement for Lovett's Guide to Fruit Culture describes purchase options and delivery offers. It touts improved varieties, colored plates, and abridged editions. The piece notes pricing, distribution, and the seller's postal service conveniences from Little Silver New Jersey and Tite Silver New Jersey.
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