The Leisure of God and a Quiet Visit with a Good Man
A writer recalls an hour at the White House, a calm talk with the President, and contrasts active busybodies with the leisurely God. He recalls John Adams and Benjamin Franklin, notes Franklin’s silence, and reflects on overrated bustle versus serenity. He finds time’s distraction resolved in simple, reflective moments.
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John Adams
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Adamson
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The Great Man Advertisement
The piece humorously contrasts animal sounds with humans delaying boasts. It notes animals express themselves boldly while humans hesitate to advertise, ending with a quip on mankind’s reticence. Wetumka Oklahoma Gazette.
Perpetuating the Race He Has Made Arrangements For
A fragment notes plans attributed to a figure who seeks to continue the race beyond his generation and believes good works will not be completed in his generation. The language suggests a moral or religious frame about ongoing effort and legacy.
Shaving Automaton Draws Crowd in London Theatre
A London theatre displays Professor John Repsie’s automaton that shaves a man with a safety razor when powered by storage batteries and coils. The lifelike figure, silent and motionless, offers a quiet shave free of conversation, though it requires courage to trust the machine.
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London
John Repsie
Bonham Ad Promises Unexcelled Low Prices
Local Bonham firm M. C. Spivy & Co. advertises the lowest prices and unparalleled value, promising customers superior service and unexcelled goods.
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M. C. Spivy & Co
Bonham, Texas
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