Newspaper

Well since nothing too thrilling is going on with me right now I thought I'd share a part of another creative writing assignment I finished up last week for school. Since I'm reading the 19th century novel Pride and Prejudice (which is not the most exciting book in the world) I had to write my own version of a 19th century newspaper. Let me tell you it was no piece of cake. I would often sit staring blankly at the computer screen for hours at a time trying desperately to think of something, anything, newsworthy to share. Okay maybe I'm exaggerating a bit. :) It was quite a challenge though. Since it's rather long I'm not going to post the whole thing. I'll probably post some today and then some tomorrow. Enjoy (maybe).


The Terrycott Sunbeam
Volume 22, Issue 15, 12th of September, 1814
.10 cents per issue
British Fleet Surrenders! American wins at Lake Champlain!

Yesterday when General George Provost sent the British fleet out into the ocean, he had little idea that it would be the last time he would ever do so for a long time indeed. American Master Commander Thomas Macdonugh commanded the American fleet of precisely four ships which took the British fleet by surprise and thus won another battle in the dreadful War of 1812 which has been raging for quite some time. Macdonugh arranged his ships in a precise and orderly way so the British would have to approach them head on. After a small skirmish the entire British fleet surrendered thanks to Macdonugh’s careful planning and precision. Macdonugh could not be reached for comment at this point.

Obituaries

We are extremley sorry to report that Mr. Jonathon Duncan passed away last night at precisely 11:01 PM at his home on the outskirts of town. At the age of 101 Mr. Duncan passed away from nothing short of old age and he will be commemorated always for the way he spent his long life. He was a steadfast member of Terrycott Methodist Church and contributed greatly to the community with his excessive wealth. A very generous and kind man Mr. Duncan will always be remembered for his kind and thoughtful deeds here in this community. He is survived by his eight children, 10 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. His funeral will be held at Terrycott Methodist Church on the 14th of September, 1814 at approximately six o’clock PM. Rev. Douglas Peters will be the speaker. If anyone would wish to extend their condolences to the family they may do so tomorrow evening from 6 o’clock to 8 o’clock at the family’s home.

Miss May Winston passed away yesterday morning at precisely 10:09 AM at her home due to recent injuries from a stagecoach accident. Miss Winston was a proud member of the Ladies’ Sewing Society and will be greatly missed by all. She was a Sunday School teacher at Terrycott Methodist Church and is survived by her two sisters, three brothers, and her mother Millie Winston. Funeral services will be held tomorrow evening at 4 o’clock PM at the Terrycott Methodist Church. Rev. Douglas Winston (Miss Winston’s brother) will be the speaker for the evening. If anyone would wish to extend their condolences to Miss Winston’s family, they may do so this very evening from 5 o’clock to 7 o’clock PM at the family’s home.

Town Bakery Robbed
On the morning of the 11th of September the Terrycott Baker was broken into and robbed. $30.00 dollars was taken from the store as well as a small assortment of pies and other baked goods. Fortunately no one was in the store at the time of the crime due to the fact that it probably took place in the early morning. Police are still investigating and hope to have some answers soon. Anyone with any information concerning this crime is requested to stop by the Terrycott Police Station on 441Taylor Street to reveal any tidbits or information concerning this.


More tomorrow.