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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1850
Page
1
The Warren Mail details annual mail and office subscription prices at 2 50 in advance and 8 0 0 within the year with a 50 cent additional charge for residence delivery. Papers not discontinued until arrearages are paid. Advertising rates set at 25 cents per square for each subsequent insertion.
A young speaker laments nearing death while longing for a father’s voice and touch. The poem expresses fear of darkness, acceptance of rest, and a child’s pain at being left behind as Sam endures keen pain. It centers on themes of separation, death, and consolation.
A reminiscence on a mother's influence and memory, focusing on Frank L- from childhood to his death in the Mexican War. The narrator recalls his gentle mother, Frank's reckless path, battlefield bravery at Monterey Buena Vista and Churubusco, and the final sacrifice with a mother's last kiss.
The author contrasts Jefferson and Randolph as public figures, praising Jefferson’s didactic yet flowing speech and broad knowledge while highlighting Randolph’s richer imagination and polished discourse. The piece notes their differing views on government, religion, and tradition, ending with a Philadelphia mayor’s joking exchange about a chicken theft.
An account from the July Knickerbocker describes Lewis Gaylord Clark touring the Old Seventy Six House at Tappan. He visits Major Andre’s confinement room and an aging Washington headquarters, hearing from elderly locals about Washington, Major Andre, and Pop Blanvelt, with memories of battle era life.
A detailed critique explains how hidden wires batteries and a compact electromagnet worn in a lady’s attire can trigger movements and sound effects to simulate spiritual knockings. It warns the public against such devices and notes demonstrations by M Allister using similar electro magnetic tricks to deceive audiences.
A carpenter's apprentice, too lazy to work, repeatedly bumps his nose on a post about every hour. He bleeds and then sits down for a rest, continuing the idle pattern.
In March, reminiscences describe New Englanders leaving Washington after Webster's speech with pride and defiance. They walk taller, glare at strangers, and celebrate a personal victory, shouting gratitude and pride in being Yankees.
A narrator recalls early mistreatment by a schoolmaster and corrupting influence of peers. He describes running away from school as youthful rebellion and reflects on bitter memories caused by intermeddlers who praised his defiant acts. The text ends with a call to consume something “while they are fresh.”
A satirical comparison describes a woman as a funnel in a jug and asks who will dress in fashion after this insult. The quip uses a fashion plate analogy to critique style and status.
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