19 Jul 1870
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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1870
Page
1
A lyrical meditation on kisses: a mother’s final kiss in youth, a memory of first love, and a lover’s death kiss. The speaker recalls three sacred kisses and the lasting pain and passion they left behind.
Fanny Chester, a flirt protected by guardian Judge Spafford, loses wealth and social status after a failed speculation. She discovers substance after working as a teacher, rekindles friendship and love with John Wallace, and gains a new life as Fanny Wallace, with the Judge's approval and enduring admiration.
Don Pratt quotes recount a Midland era senator Conklin famed for pugilism and fencing. A boxing bout with Price ends in comic chaos as Abbott’s arm wrench and a nose blow spark a dramatic tumble, leaving the senator studying fireworks from a lounge.
The Lincoln Cemetery area near Springfield, Illinois, attracts pilgrims with a daily horse railroad to the cemetery and a rising monument complex. The Florence sculptor Larkin Mead completed the Lincoln statue for the monument, depicting Emancipation on a scroll, a pen for slavery’s blotting, fasces, the Republic banner, laurel crown, and four groups for army arms.
A Vermont railroad disaster left victims amid chaos as one passenger, asked about his injuries, replied he was not hurt but could not find his umbrella. The remark highlights the stunned muddle and dry humor observed in the immediate aftermath.
A Kansas report recounts a farmer near Humboldt who tortured and killed a bound boy, hid the body in a well, and was hanged by a mob in Elm Creek after authorities failed to act. The item voices strong support for vigilante justice in the wake of the atrocity.
The piece argues fashion drains women's energy and virtue, praising strong-minded, traditional roles. It contends fashionable women are slaves to milliners and servants, produce no virtue or achievement, and raise children who inherit weak traits. It cites biographies noting great figures often had nonfashionable mothers Supported by social critique of fashion’s impact on character and family life.
Spotted Tail writes to Mrs Spotted Tail praising resilience and warning against white man power. He compares settlers to sea sands huts like forests trees and horses iron while noting rapid communication wire networks span nations. He declares the soul of Spotted Tail knows no fear.
A line urges vigilance for faults and greater abundance. It notes how one may discover many flaws and, conversely, how abundance can be found through careful looking and persistent effort.
A polite boy declines champagne offered by a lady and resists a gentleman’s bid to break his pledge for a dime. The exchange highlights the boy’s steadfast teetotal resolve and prompts readers to reflect on their own commitments.
A four year old asks his mother why the moon lets the stars stay up all night. He wonders if the moon is the little stars mother and seeks an answer about right and bedtime in Detroit.
A lawyer asks if the client means to challenge the jury. The client replies in Irish style that he will challenge every juror if not acquitted and asks the lawyer to hint at it to them.
A bright public school boy in the west correctly explains geography by answering Africa is located all over the United States, prompting his teacher to reassess the lesson.
An onlooker mocked Gen Banks noting his Cuban address failed. The remark implied another national bank bust while the text condemns disbelief noting Christ offers salvation. The excerpt frames religious admonition against secular financial critique.
A West Point cadet notes that cadets admire a long dress for its beauty and prefer a short dress for dancing appeal at hops. The remark highlights social fashion and activity preferences among cadets.
A girl falls for an unlucky Irishman and her heart fills with pity Pat as romance falters.
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