01 Mar 1870
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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1870
Page
1
A Louisville paper reports a sensational tale of execution, alleged posthumous revival by galvanic treatment, and a mysterious midnight transfer to a surgeon’s vault. The narrative blends vivid detail with speculative scientific bravado and moral questions about justice and life after death.
A judge denied blocking a deaf and dumb witness from sworn testimony, asserting the Constitution guarantees speech. He stated that as long as he sits on the bench, speech rights shall not be violated or invaded and that the witness shall have them.
A woman entered a dry goods store asking for bleached cloth. Several sheets were shown but did not satisfy. She hinted the fabric’s use is to make robes for repose, prompting the clerk to fetch another piece and quickly leave the area.
A reflection on how people rise from poverty to wealth through civility. Civility breeds civility and polite behavior yields reciprocity. Lord Bacon is cited on respecting others as a safeguard for self respect.
Aj'tippler, with his load on, bumped a newly painted house. He freed himself with effort and blamed the painter for leaving the paint exposed overnight, saying it caused the mishap. He checked his shoulder and hand while scolding the careless setup.
The passage argues true esteem comes from choosing the just action and mastering one's passions. A man who self governs, even in poverty, deserves more respect than those who flaunt wealth and reputation earned from rents or revenues.
Az Adamsel answered that the best hearted and wiser of the two should be the first to advance toward reconciliation when both fault. The remark reflects a prudent approach to resolving conflicts with humility and initiative.
A young man described as illiterate but polite sent a note declining a wedding invitation. He wrote regretting that circumstances repugnant to the acquiesce will prevent his acceptance of the invite.
A poet Crabbe warns that a great lie resembles a large fish stranded on land. It may fret and cause a stir but cannot harm if one remains calm. The image suggests truth endures while deceit collapses on its own.
A remark on the value of clear honesty over offering empty promises to avoid misleading people into false expectations. The speaker favors direct refusal when a request cannot be met, rather than words that pretend availability or capability.
A medical discussion argues that cold water or fluids drunk during meals dilutes gastric juice, slows digestion, and can cause fever or disease, particularly for those in feeble health. It recommends limiting to a glass at one meal and avoiding cold drinks or cold food after eating, especially in winter.
The article from Hall's Journal of Health argues against placing open water on stoves to humidify rooms. It warns that steam-rich air burdens lungs and blood, increases cold risk when outdoors, and urges ventilation with fresh outdoor air by opening doors or windows during meals.
A aphorism contrasts envy and pity, explaining that being envied signals superiority while being pitied signals inferiority. The idea frames social dynamics where others position themselves relative to you based on how they feel about your status.
A physician boasts of curing his own ham during a dinner. A guest quips that he would rather be the doctor’s ham than his patient, reflecting a witty exchange and humor at the gathering.
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