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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1888
Page
2
A 19th century petition expresses gratitude for life health and wealth and asks divine blessing on the nation. The author Ira A Kimball prays for unity brotherhood and the healing of corruption within the republic.
Uncle Blight's search for a century old star sapphire ends when the gem is found inside stage jewelry bought by him. Colonel Granger buys the jewel from Simon and Kitty Sepple, clearing debts and funding a Thanksgiving feast for Kitty's family. Uncle Blight dies after sharing a quiet blessing on the night.
A collage of vintage jokes and captions ranging from social satire in high circles to kitchen mishaps and armchair philosophy. The set includes yuks about painters, duels, a stammering school, and a bear tale, all tied by a parlor- magazine tone.
The article argues incandescent light is best for reading and counters claims about electric light harming eyes. It states most glasses wearers need them to avoid strain, notes focalization drains energy and causes headaches, and prescribes cold water washes and a saline eye lotion for inflammation while advising medical guidance for eyewaters.
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