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Editorial
April 29, 1806
Virginia Argus
Richmond, Virginia
What is this article about?
An editorial critiques the insipid practice of repetitive storytelling, especially among old men, advocating instead for discussions on current events and general topics during limited social time.
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COMMUNICATION.
The frequent practice of old story telling, is in general very insipid. Such a propensity is most prevalent in old men, and more so in men than in women; the minds of the latter are apt to be more actively engaged in the passing and flying scenes of the day.
The time that people of business can conveniently be together, is mostly short; and it is reasonable to suppose that men of sense would prefer being entertained with general topics, and the important events that are daily unfolding themselves in more rapid succession, than was perhaps ever known in any period of the world.
Trifling stories often repeated, become stale and tiresome. It would seem as if some people laid in a stock of them for certain occasions, with as much care as travelling expenses.-Gaz. U. S.
The frequent practice of old story telling, is in general very insipid. Such a propensity is most prevalent in old men, and more so in men than in women; the minds of the latter are apt to be more actively engaged in the passing and flying scenes of the day.
The time that people of business can conveniently be together, is mostly short; and it is reasonable to suppose that men of sense would prefer being entertained with general topics, and the important events that are daily unfolding themselves in more rapid succession, than was perhaps ever known in any period of the world.
Trifling stories often repeated, become stale and tiresome. It would seem as if some people laid in a stock of them for certain occasions, with as much care as travelling expenses.-Gaz. U. S.
What sub-type of article is it?
Social Reform
What keywords are associated?
Storytelling
Current Events
Social Commentary
Insipid Habits
Business Conversations
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Critique Of Repetitive Storytelling
Stance / Tone
Critical Of Insipid Storytelling, Prefers Current Events
Key Arguments
Old Storytelling Is Insipid And Prevalent In Old Men
Women More Engaged In Current Scenes
Busy People Prefer General Topics And Unfolding Events
Repeated Trifling Stories Become Stale And Tiresome