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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1894
Page
4
The article reports on Suess and Seetheer's claim that gold mined annually only meets present arts demand, leaving no for coinage. It explains the invisible supply through recycling of jewelry, losses in abrasion, wear on rings, dental fillings, leaf, and remelting losses, detailing methods to recover gold.
A St. Louis Globe-Democrat tale recounts an Italian organ grinder and his hat-tipping monkey that astonished a local dog. The intelligent animal paused before a yard, saluted the fox terrier, and caused the dog to retreat indoors, impressed by the courteous display.
A terse quotation notes that Morurers remain unaware of their own unwarranted pride, implying a paradox of self awareness within this group.
A northern town incident hints that a woman and the milk wagon driver have a tense relationship, with the conflict described as lasting no more than three months. No further details are provided about dates or parties involved.
A town details a testimonial for No To Bac from FC Waite claims two boxes cured a longtime tobacco habit, improved health, and pleased his wife. Sterling Remedy Company offers three boxes guarantee for $2.59 with refund option. Manitoba student note cites four zones: frigid horrid temperate intemperate.
Rev Dr Talmage discusses laughter in scripture with Sarah David and God as central examples. He condemns skeptical mockery yet urges joyous faith praising divine acts and eternal triumph. The sermon contrasts worldly merriment with holy laughter and envisions heavenly rejoicing among saved souls.
The preacher extols the coming heavenly jubilation and the joy of saints as they witness Christ’s triumph. He contrasts worldly laughter with the eternal gladness of heaven, urging repentance and spiritual elevation over skepticism and mischief.
The article links cold wet weather and damp hill dwellings to diphtheria spread, noting eastern England and Welsh mountains as high risk. It warns sore throats precede outbreaks, urges excusing children with acute throat infections, and praises school management to limit transmission. Domestic animals may carry diphtheria, though such cases are rare.
The article recounts Enoch Crosby, a Brewster resident and real life prototype for Cooper’s Harvey Birch. Crosby spied for the Patriot cause after Long Island, sometimes disguising himself, escaping from Tory captors, and supplying vital information to John Jay. He settled back in Brewster after the war, serving as a church elder and township justice.
Numismatic expert George Russell of Raywick Kentucky describes an Irish shilling likely among the first issues. The silver coin, about the size of a quarter, has been passed down as a family heirloom and bequeathed to his son Kelly Russell with its tradition.
A humorous miscellany details oddities from across towns. Stories include the first Indiana white child Aquilia Robertson alive at ninety in Deputy Jefferson County, a London robin in a beer can, and a Tokyo doctor widening eyelids for Japanese eye shaping.
A St Louis reporter records Captain J A Denny describing burial at sea as more oppressive and solemn than land ceremonies. He notes sailors show piety, the vast ocean heightens death’s terror, and the body is weighted and dropped from the bow with the captain performing the final act.
The article describes the growth of a royal eagle from egg to fledgling, detailing the downy coat, helpless early days, feeding by parents, teaching how to fly and hunt, eventual independence, and a note that in 1719 an Austrian eagle died in captivity after over 14 years.
A friend recalls a humorous hotel scene where a remarried widow, at table with her new husband, mixed up names. The bridemistress tries to correct the confusion, noting the batter is the same but the name differs. The anecdote ends with a wry reflection on memory and phrasing.
In Nebraska a man convicted of theft and sentenced to one year in prison had served his term and been discharged before the Supreme Court ruled he was entitled to a new trial.
A vintage ad extols Royal Baking Powder as essential for bread biscuit cake rolls and pastries. It claims risen goods are light sweet tender and wholesome and that the powder saves time flour batter and eggs while improving digestion.
The article discusses chloroform as a sleep inducing method for burglars and the high difficulty and danger of the procedure. It warns that victims awaken from irritation of inhaled vapors, risking violent resistance as the burglar faces immediate peril. Medical Record notes the extreme penalties for such acts.
The text discusses parental secret griefs and fears about children, noting how offspring sweeten labor yet worsen memory of death. It contrasts memory and merit with animal perpetuity, and explores unequal parental affection, especially mothers, and the dangers of parental generosity leading to low associations, advising restraint and timing in guidance.
A garbled OCR fragment references scientists and a controversial device or method connected to Bard ware and a public display. It mentions a 16 year old subject, a weight issue, and terms like Momo and trap, with unclear context and dates.
Fragmented notes discuss instruction and guidance for youths in reading and education. Mentions Dr Johnean and training of young people, emphasizing reading care as a hard part of education and the role of tutors and guides.
A physician studied thirty eight boys aged nine to fifteen and found injurious effects in twenty seven. Observed issues included uro genital and digestive disorders, heart palpitations, taste for alcohol, frequent nosebleeds, insomnia, and mouth ulcers improving after smoking cessation.
An old pamphlet advertises a liquid laxative and syrup for emotional relief. It markets a “true and genuine” remedy for various ailments and urges readers to request their can from the California Pix Syrup Co. with a printed notice at the bottom.
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