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Newspaper
Weekly Wisconsin
Location
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1885
Page
11
A fragment from a Wisconsin page presents an autumn poem by Stella. It evokes dreamy days, hills, mellow fruit, brown fields, rank ground, hedges, and a deep sky. The verse reflects quiet countryside imagery with trees tinged in color and a lingering, hushed atmosphere.
In Clifton Mrs Wentworth joins Mr Harding's store talk to launch Christmas giving. The town’s Sewing Society plans a church tree with gifts for local children, while Mrs Purser and Mrs Cash debate charity propriety and dignity. The gathering names families in need including the Lesters Morleys and Hannahs, and agrees on practical new clothing and school access.
Grandma Wentworth and a circle of ladies bring aid to the poor Lester family at Christmas. Boxes and clothing lift the children's hopes as Mrs Lester recalls their struggle, while the community plans a warm rescue with garments, dolls, and faithful charity. Text also covers mince meat lore and ramie cultivation ideas.
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