These are a few more clippings from 1850 that I found interesting. In my book, A Wisp of Faith, the main character does a little research on her own at the local library. Striving for historical accuracy, I of course had to travel back in time. If only I had the Delorean. . .
The following article is proof that reading really does save lives. The passage people had to read from was Psalm 51:1 Have mercy upon me, O God, according to thy lovingkindness:
According unto the multitude of thy tender mercies blot out my transgressions.
Making your grocery list? Here are a few items you could buy back in 1852. What would be your must haves?
I am still trying to wrap my head around this church service. . .
Stay tuned for more blasts from the past!