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Editorial
June 23, 1830
The Arkansas Advocate
Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas
What is this article about?
The editorial satirically mocks rival editor 'Little Billy' for retreating from a contest, praises his prudence with proverbs, and postpones publishing a critical book due to his recent good behavior, while noting the manuscript remains ready.
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Little Billy has ingloriously fled from the contest, leaving the field in our undisturbed possession. Perhaps he has very wisely come to the conclusion, that
"He who fights and runs away,
May live to fight another day."
If so, we admire his prudence, as it always is admitted that "discretion is the better part of valor." Or it may be, that the sage little Editor is somewhat apprehensive of the contents of our unpublished little book. In consideration, however, of his good behaviour the past week, we will at present, postpone our proposed publication. But by way of advice, not untimely, we hope, we will inform him, the manuscript is always at hand.
"He who fights and runs away,
May live to fight another day."
If so, we admire his prudence, as it always is admitted that "discretion is the better part of valor." Or it may be, that the sage little Editor is somewhat apprehensive of the contents of our unpublished little book. In consideration, however, of his good behaviour the past week, we will at present, postpone our proposed publication. But by way of advice, not untimely, we hope, we will inform him, the manuscript is always at hand.
What sub-type of article is it?
Satire
Press Freedom
What keywords are associated?
Editorial Rivalry
Satirical Mockery
Prudence In Retreat
Publication Threat
What entities or persons were involved?
Little Billy
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Mockery Of Rival Editor's Retreat From Contest
Stance / Tone
Satirical And Advisory
Key Figures
Little Billy
Key Arguments
Billy Has Fled The Contest Wisely
Prudence Is The Better Part Of Valor
Postponing Publication Due To Good Behavior
Manuscript Remains Ready As Warning