Elsinore and Other Poems in praise of J H Gillespie
A critique notes Prof Middleton's access to Elsinore and other Poems by J H Gillespie. It lauds the first poem for vivid war imagery in the Shenandoah Valley era and praises his iambic flow graceful natural style. The piece honors Gillespie as a sweet serene singer paradoxically silenced by death yet his verse endures through time.
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Middleton
Wilson Collegiate Institute
Dr. Royal
Horace
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The Peacock In Natural History And Civic Nuisance
A critique of the peacock, its plumage and origin, contrasts its beauty with its harsh discordant cry. The piece warns of legal action for public nuisance, notes complaints from a city resident, and suggests isolating the bird from populated areas.
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India
Palestine
Tom
Quiet Tribute To Died Virginia Woman
Our sympathy goes to Mrs. Cora Shackford and family after the death of Dr. T. B. Kingsbury’s daughter at her Virginia home last week. The notice extols her as bright and pure, recalling happy girlhood and eternal heavenly reward.
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T. B. Kingsbury
Virginia
Paradise
Sullivan Beats Kilrain In 75th Round Prize Fight
The world champion John L. Sullivan defeated Jake Kilrain near New Orleans after a brutal contest lasting 75 rounds. Kilrain fought bravely but Sullivan's overwhelming power sealed the victory, thrilling millions despite the brutal nature of the bout.
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John L. Sullivan
Jake Kilrain
New Orleans
Sullivan
Kilrain
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