Silent Word Holds Greater Impact Than Thunderbolt
A brief note reflects on how unspoken words can carry more significance than loud actions. It highlights the power of gentleness and restraint in human interactions and influence.
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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1898
Page
11
Platoic usage noted as a linguistic curiosity brief
A concise note observes that the word platoic may seem learned if used frequently, reflecting on vocabulary choices and reader perceptions in language use.
Sunday Rest as Boon to Mind Body and Spirit
The excerpt emphasizes Sunday as a beneficial period of rest for the mind, body, and spirit beyond religious recreation. It frames Sunday as a welcome chance to pause, restore energy, and reflect, contributing to overall well being.
Memorial services for Frances E. Willard discussed
Readers ask if memorial services will be held in memory of Frances E. Willard. The note expresses belief there should be such observances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frances E. Willard
No hasty judgment urged in slowing to avoid error
In urging caution, the text warns against rushing to conclusions. It stresses thoughtful consideration before reaching a verdict, favoring deliberate judgment over impulsive conclusions.
Maine Disaster Report Praised in Progress Issue
The Progress notes many compliments for last Saturday issue praising the full report on the disaster to the Maine. Readers valued the detailed coverage and clarity, with praise directed at the presentation and factual reporting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine
Assumption Pioneer Seeks War with Spain at a Distance
The message argues for fighting Spain with long range means using pencils as weapons. It frames the plan as a symbolic or strategic stance rather than direct confrontation and emphasizes nontraditional military methods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Assumption
Spain
Arks
Fortitude Without Pain Becomes Philosophical Paradox
A reflective remark notes that enduring affliction requires genuine experience of ache and disappointment. The idea contrasts philosophical fortitude with a life untouched by pain, suggesting resilience grows from real suffering rather than abstractions.
Cornered Thought or Last Week’s Letter
A street corner scene hints at deeper mystery as a man stares into space. The quoted directive about mailing a letter adds tension, suggesting personal stakes and a forgotten obligation that could drive the moment.
Language shifts in newspapers from anent to plain English
Readers note a long-standing usage change from the archaic anent to straightforward modern phrasing. Editors increasingly favor clarity, with “about” or “regarding” replacing anent in headlines and stories to improve accessibility and comprehension for wide audiences.
Spain Claims Right to Inspect Maine Hull
The article notes Spain asserting a moral right to inspect the hull of the Maine, while the United States authorities similarly pursue examination. The clash centers on who may inspect and under what authority this maritime incident is handled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
Maine
United States
Baton Rouge Questions State Takeover Of Municipal Autonomy
In a contentious stance Baton Rouge weighs municipal control and asks the State to assume authority, a move that critics say undermines local sovereignty while supporters argue for coordinated regional governance. The debate centers on governance, power balance, and implications for local policy autonomy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baton Rouge
Voice of the people on parish to county word switch
A public sentiment favors retaining parish in the state's domain rather than substituting the word county. The suggestion appears unlikely to gain broad support among the population.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County
Parish
No Man May Stay Long Without Citizenship Idea
A proposal argues no man should remain in the country more than a year without becoming a citizen. The stance rests on cited doctrine and public policy reasoning.
Senator Barret to Prohibit Ad Libitum Theater Licenses
The Progress predicts that at the next meeting of the General Assembly of this State Senator Barret of Caddo will introduce a bill to prohibit the ad libitum license practiced by men and boys who go out between acts at theaters and operas, a move championed by him as a friend of the ladies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barret
Caddo
St Bernard Voice
St Bernard Parish
W.F. Roy
Dudenheffer
Hicks
Ninth Ward
Dubenheffer
Baton Rouge Citizens Debate Autonomy Versus State Control
Citizens weigh whether Baton Rouge should place the Capital City under state control amid strong opposition to populist ideas of government ownership of telegraph and rail lines. The write up laments inconsistency in arguments and questions consistency as a rare jewel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baton Rouge
Objections to Bryan Addressing Constitutional Convention
The article notes gold bug newspapers oppose inviting Hon. W. J. Bryan to speak at the Constitutional Convention, suggesting Baton Rouge Advocate hides real objections amid flattery. It argues many convention members could teach Bryan about the science of government and questions the influence of the invitation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Bryan
Baton Rouge
Bryan
Chevis
Elders Pratt and Kerr Linked to Ruston Egging Incident
Louisiana Appeal asserts that Elders Pratt and Kerr, identified with The Progress as the Mormons, are the same two pious figures accused of rotten egging in Ruston, tying disputed religious figures to the local disturbance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisiana
Pratt
Kerr
The
Progress
Ruston
Gentlemen spared in Shreveport amid Ruston conflict
The editor notes that Kerr and Pratt, unlike their injured co-laborers in Ruston, were treated with tolerance by Shreveport citizens. The Progress questions Kerr and Pratt’s piety but concedes others share the same fate, implying broader implications of public opinion in the dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruston
Kerr
Pratt
Shreveport
Cotton Belt Route Sale For Southern Lumber Meet
The Cotton Belt Route offers Memphis tickets at one and one third fare round trip on the certificate plan due to the Southern Lumber Manufacturers Association meeting in Memphis. Tickets go on sale February 14th to 16th with a return limit February 19th, 1898.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern
Memphis
Store House For Kent On Texas Street
Elegant brick storefront at 207 Texas Street now occupied by Woodfin Furniture. Possession granted February 16. Interested parties may apply to F. R. or C. D Hicks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Street
Woodfin Furniture Company
F. R
C. D Hicks
Route to New Orleans by Queen & Crescent Line
The best line to New Orleans is via the Queen and Crescent route through Meridan Mississippi. Bates is as low as any other line. Passengers connect at Meridan and arrive in New Orleans at 8:30 a.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Queen & Crescent
Meridan
Miss. Bates
Army Other
Also Mentioned on This Page
D. Hicks
Abbot
Milam Street
Market
Spring Streets
Caddo Parish
Sherveport
Kent
A. V. Swatty
Louisian Street
Union Denot
W. A. Kelly
Frovietor
Cooper's
Alex Watson
John W. Taber
Remington Type Writers
W. Taber
Fannin Street
John Busch
Market Street
Milam
Texas
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