Text: Anonymous, “Editorial Delicacy,” Yankee Doodle (New York, NY), Vol. I, no. 3, January 16, 1847, p. 172, col. 2

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EDITORIAL DELICACY.

We have been inexpressibly delighted with the considerate delicacy and forbearance with which the temporary misfortunes of a distinguished author have been recently dragged before the public by the newspapers. Every mean-spirited cur, who dared not bark when his tormentor had strength, feeds fat his ancient grudge, now that he sees his enemy prostrate and powerless — with heart crushed and brain shattered by the sickness and suffering of those most dear to him in life. This shows in a just and flattering light the prudence and discrimination of the Press, and is a pregnant commentary on the blessings of type-metal.