01 May 1856
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1856
Page
1
In a town talk piece a daguerrean artist signs babies for sale at 3 PM in two seconds. An old woman mocks the plan asking what the babies would be fed, while the artist deflects and jokes about taking more than one group. The exchange ends with the old woman leaving in disgust.
A reflection on growing up, arguing that boyhood should keep its joy and light. It warns against saddling youth with excessive gravity or wisdom, claiming such limits would dull life’s brightness and the song of youth.
A reflective line praises generosity and humility as worthy traits. It contrasts young people seeking new lands with the old seeking rest beyond the grave, suggesting true gratitude arises from service acknowledged.
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