21 Feb 1894
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Newspaper
Wilson Mirror
Location
Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1894
Page
1
A Morganton Herald poem narrates an aging speaker leaning on tobacco memories. He recalls Ag and smoke and snuff as life’s ballast while watching smoke rings drift toward a fire. The speaker longs to keep Sallie Michael pipe and stem as years pass and voices call from the other shore.
The text explains that red sunsets indicate fair weather next day, while yellow gray or red lowering skies predict rain. Gray mornings imply good weather, halos around the moon signal rain, and larger halos suggest nearer rain. Coronae around sun or moon forecast rain, with star count within circles correlating to hours before rainfall.
A torn five dollar bill and a yellow scrap circulate through Morganton’s economy as Capt. George P. Erwin notes it has been deposited and paid out dozens of times. He estimates the bill has settled debts worth at least five hundred dollars, passing from debtor to debtor and returning to the bank.
The piece argues that Hawaii is recognized by the U S and other powers, making it effectively independent while a Nicaragua canal reshapes global trade. It contends Hawaii’s value as a coaling station and harbor, notes Admiral Ammen on Virginia coal, and asserts the United States will eventually annex Hawaii as its people seek union with the United States.
A New York pest hospital conducts a red light treatment for smallpox patients. Glasses, lamps, and interiors are ruby red to expose patients to red light. Dr Edson expects cure for all patients, noting prior success at Bergen Norway and anticipating nationwide attention.
Several Winston graded school students were expelled for attending the hanging of murderer De Graff. The incident prompts blame toward county commissioners for allowing such public spectacles and urges they not be repeated in Wilson County.
The piece outlines arguments for repealing the Sherman law as a step toward currency reform, with supporters like Senator Voorhees and General Gordon claiming repeal would enable silver legislation. It notes that repeal did not restore confidence and discusses Bland bill aims to coin silver bullion stored by the Treasury, expanding circulation by about 55 million dollars, while gold monometalists oppose. The debate is expected to extend for days.
A summary of Elisabeth Scovil guidance on diphtheria care for children. Look for throat symptoms and seek medical advice. keep the child in bed until a doctor arrives. Lime-water throat applications, steam inhalation, warm oil neck rub, and flannel bound neck may help. Offer frequent nourishing liquids, milk, and beef tea to support strength.
A Recorder writer argues that prominent individuals frequently pressured to endorse unknown applicants. The piece warns endorsements are often false or inflated, risking reputations, and urges reform to protect society and worthy candidates.
Edward W Bok describes a wife’s life centered on her husband’s pleasure. She plans rooms, purchases, meals, clothing, and children’s care to please him, adjusting her own preferences for his happiness and seeking cheerful, welcoming homecomings.
A Toronto Presbyterian minister visiting New York attends an elite dinner. When asked by his wife what the ladies wore, he quips that he cannot tell from above the table and he was too much a gentleman to look under it.
Col J S Carr president of the State Agricultural Society plans novelties for the next fair and hopes General Gordon of Georgia will deliver his lecture The Last Days of the Confederacy This drawing card complements efforts by Secretary Aver to ensure a successful exhibition as noted by the Evening Visitor.
Dispatches report Edward Douglas White of Louisiana appointed to the Supreme Court and swiftly confirmed by the Senate. An Oxford portrait of Charles I is described as a mosaic of minute letters forming the head and ruff with biblical and liturgical inscriptions.
The note questions if Goodluck's rising pay reflects extra duties while confirming he heeds the proprietor's guidance about his baby's clever sayings.
A collage of quips on public life, friendship, commerce, and religion. Jokes tease politicians ministers autioneers and pastors with pithy observations on honesty wealth and farming.
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