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Newspaper
Van Wert Weekly Bulletin
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1886
Page
7
Tom Masson writes from the N. Y. Sun about a man who, leaning from a window, hears a haunting cat melody that fails to move him until a final note brings a ray of hope. He fires a gun in frustration, then the cat’s song fades as a peaceful smile returns. The tale ends with a chestnut bell ringing.
In an 19th century style essay, Richard A. Proctor discusses how stars vary in color and life stage, from Aldebaran to Sirius, noting turquoise and violet hints under telescopes. He explores double and multiple star systems, atmospheric effects on color, and imagines worlds orbiting Albireo and similar suns, ending with reflections on cosmic beauty.
A New York Evening Post description highlights an importer’s elegant black gowns including a Turkish satin dress with India gauze embroidery and jet ornaments. It notes ornate front dress plaitings, back satin lace groups, and a frilled lace bodice with epaulets, plus a Parisian inspired gauze vest. It also showcases fall and winter bonnets in velvet and gold bead trim with various shapes and color schemes. A San Francisco dentist is noted for high fees and soothing talk during procedures.
A farm arts article argues paint protects wood and metal, extends life of fences gates and machinery, and adds durability to plows and harrows. Practical tips include red lead paint for metal, brown mineral on wood, two to three coats, proper nail preparation, and using oil mixed paint for handles and joints.
A compilation of domestic tips from various papers includes guidance on flock care, grass seed germination, barn cats for rodents, pickle eggs, apple and peach sauce, tomato seed selection, stubble as fertilizer, velvet sponge cake recipe, and a bed spread construction method.
A Sunday Magazine verse expresses a lamb seeking guidance from the Shepherd. The speaker pleads for strength to bear suffering and follow, trusting divine care in a cold wind.
October to December outlines Christian studies with lessons on Jesus risen Thomas Peter Walking in the Light John vision of Christ Worshiping God and the Lamb Saints in Heaven The Great Invitation and year end reviews plus missionary temperance or other lesson chosen by the school
A St Louis letter argues Lincoln shifted from infidelity to devout religion. It cites reliance on God during Civil War, consultation with church leaders like Bishop Simpson, and speeches such as Gettysburg. The Emancipation Proclamation closing line is noted for majesty and humility.
The Iowa State Register recalls a moment when a U.S. president, facing war, sought solace in prayer at his knees, describing faith as his refuge and strength amid vast military power. The article portrays his devotion as unwavering and central to leadership.
A Christian Union meditation on life as a preparatory process. God fashions humanity like clay for a future eternal home not made with hands. It envisions a future disclosure of sorrow, repentance, and providence ending in a final good.
Humboldt compares luminous skin from phosphorescent sea bathing to the Christian transformation of mind and heart. The Congregational Magazine urges habitual devoutness and daily applying the truths of Jesus to maintain the heaven given light in ordinary life.
A collection of historical quotations on diligence religion and virtue from Dr Johnson Seneca and others. It emphasizes prayer humility perseverance faith and practical ministry with notes from religious periodicals and thinkers.
A Rochester Post Express interview outlines Warner's safe cure as a leading kidney and liver remedy. The salesman cites medical authorities and Dr J L Stephens to claim the drug cures narcotic habits, with sales rising while ads decline. He stresses widespread drug habit dangers and links many illnesses to kidney toxin buildup.
Catarrh is blamed on impure blood and cold exposure with symptoms like nasal discharge throat tickling eye pressure and ear noises. Hood's Sarsaparilla is said to target the cause by cleansing the blood and curing long standing cases as shared by JANS HINEY and LUTHER D. ROBBINS testimonials.
Hood's Sarsaparilla is sold by all druggists with a price of one dollar or six bottles for five. Prepared by C J Hood & Co Apothecaries Lowell Massachusetts.
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