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Newspaper
Van Wert Weekly Bulletin
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1890
Page
6
A Rev Talmage sermon imagines a rainbow crowned throne as the heavenly pledge of God’s mercy. It links Noahs ark and trials on earth to the eternal refreshment of saints, describing the rainbow as protection and treasure within Heaven and urging entry into the Ark of grace.
A devotional meditation describes the rainbow as a promise from Christ, mapping colors to aspects of his suffering and grace. The speaker links the rainbow to salvation, warning that only those born again in Christ will perceive heavenly glories.
The Atlanta Constitution argues that great fame is rare and many little geniuses find value in modest, brief works. Even if forgotten, their songs touch human hearts, brighten days, and justify the humble singer's perseverance in a world that needs soft, homely verse.
The Chicago News recounts early public omnibuses in Paris, noting a 1662 royal decree authorizing carriages for non wealthier riders versus a 1827 revival. It describes inaugural processions, guards, and officials, detailing high interest then fading patronage before the later reestablishment.
The Chinese pilgrim Fa-hien portrays a colossal wooden Buddha of eighty feet in height with a wide base. Translators differ over exact measurements, ranging from eighty feet high with eight foot feet to eighty cubits tall, suggesting a cross legged seated posture. Some scholars dispute the figures, noting a Greek statue of far smaller stature would imply different proportions.
Whitingham Vermont residents recount a vast island within Sadawaga Lake famed for daily drift to different borders. The 150 acre landmass hosts tall trees and thick cranberry bushes. holes are cut for fish, attracting picnickers as the island shifts across north south east and west shores.
A lesson on Luke 12 29 34 urges believers to trust God for needs, not fret over food or clothing. It contrasts God’s care for lilies and birds with human anxiety, emphasizes seeking the Kingdom, and warns against loving wealth. Revy A F Schauffler notes warn against covetousness and double masters.
The brief cites about 12,000 science students in U S schools, notes 1800s college density, Japan importing 50,000 American books yearly, and the American College and Educational Society banning tobacco users. It also mentions Carlisle Indian Training School enrollment 728 with eight graduates, Chicago plans for a school matron, a Toronto university gift of 2350, Haiti free elementary education in 14 inspector districts, 400 National schools, 22 760 white and 13 004 colored students in Washington 1859, with 235 colored and 453 white teachers and total instructional cost of 487 455 52 dollars. Paris has five girls professional schools focusing on languages, domestic economy, design, and garments with kitchens and workshops.
Speaker Reed argues that charges of suppressing the colored vote in the South are admitted yet avoided by claims of necessity or public policy. The piece asserts disfranchisement harms, notes Louisiana's governor boasted of such violations, and contends a national election law is needed to curb these breaches.
The piece argues General Lee was not a secessionist and opposed slavery’s war aims. It cites his January 1861 views, his resignation to join Virginia, and his loyalty to the state over ideal secession. It criticizes Richmond celebrations of Lee and condemns elevating him as a secessionist champion.
Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper urges immediate Senate passage of the McKinley tariff bill or a Senate alternative. It praises Republican resolve, warns delays hurt business, notes past missteps in 1888, and calls for swift conference resolving differences, then presidential signature to stabilize prices and imports.
The Iowa State Register comments on a Democratic platform in Alabama asserting white unity under Democratic rule. It condemns efforts to divide voters by race and urges white men to support Democratic supremacy, prompting ridicule over claimed virtues.
A compilation of editorials and remarks from several papers. It cites opinions on Decoration Day, Civil War figures, Wyoming and Idaho statehood, Utah admission, Democratic judges, and shifting congressional seats. Includes praise for Edward Ammidown as a Chicago world's fair commissioner and notes on the tariff issue.
A Christian Union commentary critiques rigid life systems pushed by professionals. It argues many claim to have found the secret to vast efficiency, yet personal fit matters more than universal rules. Liberty of life outweighs theories as each person must seek their own harmonious philosophy.
A portrait of Rufus Choate highlighting his vivid imagination and rhetorical skill. The article recalls his ability to conjure powerful scenes for juries, his habit of multiplying words to sway perception, and a notable plea describing a ship as a coffin-like vessel in a disastrous voyage.
In Great Valley, a 45 foot well with a 14 inch hole and a whistle warns weather by tone as air moves. The whistle, worn out but the weather still advertises, once signaled storms and clear skies. A heavy rainstorm can even spray rain upward in gusts.
Major publishers Van Antwerp Bragg Co Cincinnati Ivison Blakeman Co A S Barnes Co and D Appleton Co unite to form a stock company to cut school book costs. They promise no price increases for years and to sell directly to patrons at net prices, aiming to expand over the country.
A survey of authors and critics including James Warreome Riley, Prince BisMar nth, Oliv er Wenppet Homes, Epmnp Gossi, and Tennyson, with remarks on Tolstoi and Zola. Mentions Olive Logan, M. Ernest Zola, and Austin Dobson, plus a practical security tip about door bolts and rousing a sleeper.
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