The Sunshine of Religion in Dr. Talmage's Sermon
A 19th century sermon extols the "sunshine" of Christian religion, urging joy over worldly amusements. It praises religious explanation for life’s perplexities, comfort in trials, and the coming joys of heaven, with vivid imagery of light, angels, and eternal reunion.
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Luke
Snall
St. Mark’s
St. Paul’s Rooksries
Dr. Thornwell
South Carolina
Mr. Yoplaay
Florida
Land of Flowers
France
Cruton
Celestial City
Chidren
Lowell Mason
Isaac Watts
God
Jesus
Gov Boies Declines Agri Culture Cabinet Offer
Des Moines February 4 Gov Boies has declined the Agricultural portfolio in the new cabinet. President-elect Cleveland first invited him three weeks ago and urged him repeatedly to accept. Boies notified the President-elect and three Iowa friends urging they stop pressing, stating he could not honestly take the post.
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Des Moines
Boies
Cleveland Fist
Iowa
Pittsburg Interview Denies World’s Fair Deficiency Rumor
Pattison, passing through Pittsburg en route to Franklin, dismissed the circulating report of a deficiency in Pennsylvania's World’s Fair appropriation as untrue.
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Pittsavrs
Pattison
Pittsburg
Franklin
Pennsylvania
British Steamer Deptford Arrives at Falmouth
The British steamer Deptford under Captain Woodruff from New Orleans to Hamburg arrived at Falmouth with the rescued crew of the British bark Quebec. The Quebec was abandoned as she sank on January 28 at latitude 40 N longitude 60 W.
Peacock brooch dazzles with emeralds and diamonds
The New York World describes a peacock brooch as the year’s finest ornament. Facing east, its plumage glows with emeralds sapphires and a tail of diamonds rubies and emeralds with a gem studded head crest.
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New York World
Fashionable Voice Shifts From Soft to Shrill Says Queen
The Queen notes a change in modern speech from soft modulated tones once prized in ladies to a high shrill voice now dominant among the upper circles. She observes the shift comes not from the outer circle but from the inner ranks, with the top ranks leading this trend.
Fashionable shoulder capes and silk petticoats of 19th century style
The article describes shoulder capes and jackets with chiffon folds, lace borders, and ribbon bows asAccessorizing gowns. It highlights the rise of silk petticoats as a coveted fashion craze with sets of seven to sixteen pieces in various shades and brocaded textures, elevating a woman's street and drawing room presence.
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Demorest
Wowa
Woman Empowerment Against Discriminatory Enterprise
Aimed at organizing a strong company to end violence against women. The speaker notes women have overcome far greater difficulties and managed larger ventures, and once united they can swiftly remove grievous discrimination.
Remarkable New Orleans Vet Woman Cures Animals
Mrs. Everett wife of a New Orleans drayman gained fame by treating horses and mules during an influenza outbreak. She learned veterinary care from books, set broken jaws, removed hoof nails, treated cholera influenza and lockjaw, even compounding remedies. Her selfless work earned praise from the Public Opinion.
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New Orleans
Everett
Drayman
Mrs. Everett
No Crinoline Crusade Moves to Ban Hoop Skirts in England
London faces alarm as No Crinoline League forms led by John Strange Winter and Mrs Stannard and a pledge to prevent wearing crinoline. The Princess of Wales is reportedly against it while newspapers debate the issue and couples react with warnings.
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London
John Strange Winter
Mrs. Stannard
England
Chicago Herald
Risha
Fashion Notes From Paris and London Winter Styles
The article surveys winter dresses and accessories with emphasis on colors like olive brown and red, black bengaline fabrics, velvet trims, and empire or leg-o-mutton sleeves. It notes cape collars, full sleeves, tassels and feathers, hat shapes, abat-jour skirts, and ornate coats, advising on flattering silhouettes and fabrics for varying figures.
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Heaven
Winsteys Sea
Lord Jesus Christ
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Thomas Hoods
Charles Lambs
Charles Matthews
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Oon
Adirondacks
Rankard
Lucan
Howe
Acs
God Almighty
Shotman
San Francisco
New York
Falmouth
Painty Decorativ
Crinoline
Bretelles
Sarah
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