05 Aug 1869
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1869
Page
1
In a pastoral tale Charity Abbott walks a country path to visit Mrs Wells and assist the ailing matriarch. Dr Norton, crossing her route barefooted, sees her in new gaiters inspiring a romantic turn as he asks her to marry him. Her eventual response leads to a formal wedding scene in the parlor.
A fragmented discussion on sectarianism, arguing that calling someone sectarian simply describes preference for one's own church or family. The piece critiques assigning universal virtue or fault to such views and warns against generalizing about others' beliefs.
The article recalls De Quincey Lamb Burns Coleridge and Byron as addicts and cites their ruin from opium and alcohol. It cites moral danger for public figures urging self restraint and condemning drink and drug use as life destroying. It compares historical figures to current warnings about addiction and calls for refusal of any intoxicants to preserve life.
Gail Hamilton argues working class flattery hides true shortcomings while education and effort define worth. She contrasts self deception with real merit, noting the gulf between aspiration and privilege and urging honest self-examination over swagger and ignorance.
A letter dated March 1 1811 from Chancellor Livingston replies to a rail proposal. He argues steam carriages would be costly heavy fragile risky to stop and prone to accidents and compares favorably to canals in expense and practicality.
Fragmented notes compare dairy cattle types. Mentions Durkda graders, Ayrshire, and cheese making. Text unclear on outcomes or locations but highlights milking quality and usage for tables and milkers.
A didactic tale argues speech can bless or harm. It contrasts truthful, kind, and prayerful words with harmful chatter. The Greece tale features Xanthus and Aesop ordering tongues to show the tongue as both bond of society and source of strife.
A thoughtful reflection urges Christians to prioritize universal humanity over secret societies. It argues that heartfelt fellowship among Christians would counter disintegration, reduce community strife, and inspire outreach to the ungodly, warning that selfishness will erode charity if not resisted.
The passage argues that right and wrong are intrinsic motives guiding action beyond reason, noting humanity’s sense of obligation and the idea of disinterested virtue. It cites Cicero on pleasure and charity, and frames moral virtue as a connection between human and divine through pursuing what is truly right despite suffering.
A fragmented excerpt extols a neat clean air home that fosters peace and moral influence within a family. It emphasizes orderly habits, respect for duties, and considerate behavior among household members.
Mr. Taggart balks at rising bills until his wife uncovers a hidden reserve of $500 in cash and a check. She pays debts, buys furniture, clothing, and toys for the children, transforming the home. He initially resents the spend but softens as gratitude and affection return, learning not to hoard wealth but to provide for family happiness.
A young man living within six miles of town tried to charm a nearby girl. Her parents overheard rumors that she was too young to date. The mother, in playful prudence, sent him away with a large slice of sugar bread and a motherly rebuke about bedtime. The boy left without further sweetness.
A 19th century editorial warns against cosmetic arsenic use by young women seeking lighter skin. It cites a California case where a girl took a dose to tone her complexion and died, arguing such attempts to alter the Creator's work fail and moral concerns rise.
The passage urges independent reasoning over habit or education. It argues that relying on others' opinions risks passing along error as well as truth and that knowledge should be tested by personal thought, with others aiding only to strengthen weaker powers.
A temperance wedding tale recalls a guest refusing wine to toast the bride saying true health lies in water. Guests extend thanks for the compliment as plans to ban intoxicants in the room are reported amid other varied items such as herbal remedies and curiosities.
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