Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 427 by Various
"Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 427" by Various is a periodical publication written in the mid-19th century. This journal presents a diverse collection of stories, articles, and essays reflecting on contemporary themes, society, and local matters of interest, while also exploring various human experiences and characters. The opening of the journal introduces the establishment of the 'Mother Bunch' public-house, operated by Mr. Peter Bowley, who struggles to attract customers despite a lavish housewarmingevent. As he grapples with financial difficulties, he has a chance encounter with a patron named Mr. Nogoe, who proposes the idea of forming a mutual-assurance society called 'The Charitable Chums' Benefit Club.' This society quickly grows in popularity as it promises generous benefits, yet it simultaneously highlights the contrasting themes of brotherhood and the all-too-real consequences faced by its members as the narrative unfolds into issues of financial mismanagement and the challenges of maintaining a community spirit in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871 |
| Editor | Chambers, William, 1800-1883 |
| Title | Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 427 Volume 17, New Series, March 6, 1852 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Richard J. Shiffer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17256 |
| Release Date | Dec 8, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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