The Craftsman and the Literary Man in Modern Thought
A critique argues that skilled tradesmen should not boast of tools against other crafts, and that true literacy requires mastery of languages. The piece warns literary men to use intellect over pedantry, stressing service to society rather than self-aggrandizement. It condemns pretentious sermons and urges practical enlightenment.
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Jones
Shoemaker
Westminster Abbey
St. Paul
Garibaldi Accepts Spring Visit to Liverpool
Garibaldi has accepted an invitation to visit Mr. Jeffery of Liverpool in the upcoming spring. The visit will be private, and the Liverpool Mercury urges that General Garibaldi’s wishes be scrupulously respected.
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Garibaldi
Jeffery
Liverpool
The
Liverpool Mercury
Shipbuilding on the Mersey Expands Amid War and Trade
Liverpool shipyards built 94 vessels in 1864 totaling about 76 300 tons with iron dominating. Iron barges and steel steamers sail the Mersey surge, while new methods from Jordan and Robinson push innovative designs and heavy ballast usage amid rising orders and yard relocations.
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Mersey
Liverpool
Messrs
India
China
Mr. Jordan
Mr. Robinson
Henry Jordan
Messrs. Jones and
Quiggin
John Robinson
Robinson
Laird Brothers
Jones, Quiggin
Messrs. Laird’s
Her
Agincourt
Cheshire
Seacombe
Birkenhead