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The article presents the author's insights on American Aëronauts in the U.S. The author states that true aëronauts are not the discoverers of flying-machines and not affected by the problem of aërial navigation, but they are concerned with the uttermost parts of the earth. Furthermore, balloonist John Wise and Washington H. Donaldson showed their enthusiasm and views on the sanitary aspects on aëronautics.

The short story "Adam And Eve" is presented.

A personal narrative is presented which explores the author's experience of canoeing in Mississippi.

The article offers the author's insights on national music which interpret the characteristics of people based on musical scales and notations. The author mentions that the Hindoos' music is rapid and gay, Arabic music is characterized as wild, powerful, and romantic in nature, and Scottish music is full of rhythm from the strathspeys. Furthermore, the author says that national melodies are greatly influenced by the countries' physical features.

The article focuses on the "Book of Mormon," which was printed from September 1829 to March 1930 by Wayne Sentinel and E. B. Grandin. It mentions that Martin Harris was the one who provided the funds for printing through a mortgage of 3,000 dollars on his farm. It states that the origin of the Book of Mormon was connected with the work of Solomon Spalding, a soldier of the Revolution from Connecticut. Furthermore, the inconsistencies found in the novel of Spalding are discussed.

The short story "Studies in the Slums," by Helen Campbell is presented.

The article discusses the book of one of the pioneers of the old-book trade in New York William J. Gowans entitled "Western Memorabilla" in which never been published. The author states that this book contains Gowans sketches and recollections of the famous men whom he had met in his career including Poe, Simms, and Halleck. The author also says that some of the parts of this book were scattered and became others possession.

Chapter II of the book "Mirror of Taste & Dramatic Censor," Vol. I, No. 2, is presented. It examines the history of drama in Greece as well as the origin of tragedy. It also mentions the appearance of Susarion of Megara as well as the opposition of Solon, the great lawgiver of Athens. It discusses the representation of Thespis as the first inventor of regular tragedy.

The article offers information on the various theatrical productions of Master Payne at the theatres in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It discusses his performance and stage instruction approach. It explores the talents of Master Payne as well his performances in Richmond, Virginia. The management of the scenery in Master Payne's theatrical productions is also tackled.

The article discusses the departure of Colonel Thornton from Yorkshire, England. It notes that Colonel Thornton has been considered excellent in hawking, coursing and hunting. It offers information on the Spy Park, noting that it is located in North Wiltshire. The battle that took place at Wilsden Green is also mentioned.

Act I of the play "Man and Wife; Or, More Secrets Than One" is presented.

An introduction to the book "Mirror of Taste & Dramatic Censor," Volume 1, Number 1, that was published on January 1, 1810 is presented.

Act II of the play "The Foundling of the Forest" is presented.

A biography of singer John Hodgkinson is presented. It states that his paternal name was Meadowcroft, but he took the name of his mother's family. It relates that when his father was dying, her mother married a second husband and he became an apprentice in the inferior department of a silk trade. It says that with his fine appreciation of music and exquisite voice, he then became a famous singer.

The article offers information on theatrical performers Dwyer, Young, and Master Payne. It mentions that Dwyer is one of the greatest acquisitions in American stage and has played Hamlet and other tragic characters. It adds that Young has studied the masterpiece of Shakspeare, Hamlet, with infinite care while the fame of Master Payne has reached Europe.

The article offers the author's insights regarding the writing style of William Shakespeare. The author states that doctor Farmer exhausted his learning to prove that Shakespeare did not consider writing like a madman. He relates the reproach to Nathaniel Lee, who is an English dramatist, for writing like a madman which involves two assertions such as the former is to be proved by the play under consideration and the latter by the produced commentators.

The article offers information on various opera music, performances, and music-related anecdotes. It relates that Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart has completed his opera despite of worries on his usual procrastination habit. It mentions some of the musical compositions by various artists including the "A Grand Sonata," by J. B. Cramer and the "Sigh and the Tear," by Cumberland.

The author discusses various aspects of modern pedestrianism among pedestrian candidates for fame. The author suggests that the personal worth of running footman professionals enable them to be free from suspicions of negligence of duty. The author notes that athletic exercises are conducive to the health, perfection, and health of youthful citizens and to the state's welfare.

Act II of the play "A New Way to Pay Old Debts," by Philip Massinger is presented.

A letter to the editor is presented regarding the continuation of the series of publications.

Act IV of the play "A New Way to Pay Old Debts" is presented.

The article presents biographical memoir in the British literature. It relates the circumstances in the life of author William Gifford. It says that the memoir of Gifford first appeared associated with his translation of "Juvenal." It adds that Gifford is also the author of the book "Maeviad" and "Baeviad."

The article offers information related to literature and language. It explores the domination of Latin and Greek languages in literature such as on the works of William Shakespeare. It relates the mythological imagery of commentators Theobaldus Secundus. It also discusses the first appearance of Shakespeare's hero of tragedy, named Hamlet, and the course of works of author John Hill.

Act I of the play "Alfonso, King of Castile," by M. G. Lewis is presented.

The article offers the insights of William Gifford, author, on his works and experiences. Gifford says that he furnished himself by degrees with geometry books and paper and had lived in the want of money in which he thought as a Peruvian mine. Gifford mentions that the death of Mr. Hugh Smerdon was succeeded by an older person who was not qualified for his living condition. Moreover, Smerdon hired him to translate Classics due to his capability of reading Greek and Latin.

The article offers information on the drama entitled "Dramaticus." It states that the play has interesting and excellent tragedy, in which the dramatic performances were acquainted with dictatorial power. It notes that the author of such dramatic pieces deserves the gratitude of other dramatists. Moreover, information on stage actors Henry Metayer and authors Charles Macklin and Richard Fullerton were also been discussed.

Act II of the play "The Free Knights" is presented.

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses various reports within the issue on topics including American literature, German Literature, and translations of German Poetry.

Several poems are presented including "Mirtil and Thirsis," First Line: Hark! The majestic sound! The trumpet hear! Last Line: Preacher of the gospel at Hindelbanck. "The Bacchanalian," First Line: The thunder rolls dreadfully through the dark sky, Last Line: No-'tis for the best wine to enquire. and "Fable," First Line: While a nightingale chanted in the midst of a forest, the neighbouring hills and; Last Line: but uninspired inclinaton."

Several poems are presented including "Ode On The Late Victory Obtained By The King of Prussia," First Line: Hail matchless monarch! Prince renown'd! Last Line: When thou in dust shall sleep. "The Third Psalm Paraphrased, Alluding To His Prussian Majesty," First Line: Look down, O God! regard my cry! Last Line:Nor battle to the strong. and "On A Cargo Of French Muffs Seiz'd By The Prussians," First Line: Lewis, the winter harsh, and climate rough, Last Line: Were battles to be won by nimble fee.

The article lists the translation of German Prose which includes "Anecdotes of the late Emperor of Germany," "Marriage Rites in Modern Germany," and "Lavater."