27 August 1729 — Old Bailey: Benjamin Rand was convicted of a lesser offence in a housebreaking case and sentenced to transportation, illustrating how Georgian juries softened capital charges.
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Thought of the Day: The Early Worm
Today’s Thought of the Day from The Sage: “The early worm gets eaten. Sometimes it pays to sleep in.” A humorous twist on the classic proverb, reminding us that rushing ahead isn’t always wise — and sometimes the smartest move is staying in bed a little longer.
Quote of the Day: Anne Teak on Time
Today’s Quote of the Day from philosopher Anne Teak: “Time flies when you’re having fun — but it taxis very slowly when you’re waiting for the kettle to boil.” A witty reflection on how joy speeds time up, while impatience slows it to a crawl.
Advice of the Day: Phone Power
Today’s Advice of the Day from The Sage: “Keep your phone battery at 100% by never leaving the house without a very long extension lead.” A perfectly impractical solution for modern anxieties, proving once again that true wisdom lies somewhere between genius and utter nonsense.
Thought of the Day: Common Sense
Today’s Thought of the Day from The Sage: “Common sense is like deodorant. The people who need it most never use it.” A witty reminder that wisdom, like freshness, is most noticeable by its absence — and often missing in the very places it’s most required.
Quote of the Day: Anne Teak on Memory
Today’s Quote of the Day comes from fictional philosopher Anne Teak: “History is written by the victors, but remembered by the ones who can’t find their glasses.” A witty reflection on how memory shapes truth, with Anne’s signature mix of historical perspective and gentle absurdity.
This Day in History – 21 August 1848
21 August 1848 — Old Bailey Session: Thomas Lancaster faced trial for coining counterfeit coins. In the same session, Albert Brown was judged for poisoning, and John Boosey for pocket-picking.
This Day in History – 19 August 1844
On 19 August 1844, John Morphew was convicted at the Old Bailey for stealing a rasp and horseshoes from his farmer-employer—a crime against trust as much as property.
Thought of the Day: Snacks and Happiness
Today’s Thought of the Day from The Sage: “You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy snacks — which is nearly the same.” A playful reflection on life’s simple pleasures, reminding us that while snacks aren’t enlightenment, they’re often close enough to keep spirits high.
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