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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1910
Page
4
A 1853 New York Crystal Palace opening featured foreign exhibits. President Franklin Pierce rode in a procession as his silk hat was crushed on Wall Street mud. The hat was replaced amid public amusement, marking a humorous incident in the event.
Timetable excerpt dated October 3, 1908 showing weekday and Sunday departure and arrival times between Prov, Bristol, Newport, and nearby points, with early morning to evening service and dockside fish market mention at Bristol.
The advertisement urges indoor living value through Lowe Brothers Interior Enamels. It promotes cost effectiveness, convenient can sizes, and a “High Standard” line. The copy credits experience and approved methods, claiming better performance and economy than cheap enamels.
An exchange shows Mr Blunt authorizing a sovereign on account of Mr Phipps salary to be deducted later, with the head of the firm approving the advance. The gaggle of quick lines then shifts to other snippets about Nellie and a query on Paul’s affection for Mamie, plus a quip about auburn tresses and love.
An excerpt from London Spare Moments extols the camel as a marvel of desert endurance. It notes the animal’s somnolent organization and alleged laziness, yet praises its ability to subsist on sparse forage and a diet as unappetizing as a green umbrella. The piece details water conservation, loads of 500 to 1,000 pounds, and travel rates up to 100 miles per day for swift breeds.
The humming bird’s flight outshines the eagle with a plump body and long rapid wings. It hovers motionless to sip nectar without alighting, moves gracefully between flowers, and chases away bees and small birds. The bird shows bold independence and fearlessness toward others, as described by St. Nicholas.
Scott's Emulsion rapidly builds health for mothers who nurse and enriches breast milk to nourish the child. The ad urges almost all nursing mothers to take this tonic to sustain themselves and properly feed their babies. Bend 10c to receive a savings bank and Child's Sketch-Book with a Good Luck Penny. Scott and Bowne 409 Pearl St New York.
A three year old girl Ada asks her mother if all salt is made of ladies after hearing the tale of Lot's wife turned into a pillar of salt. The remark shows a child’s literal interpretation of biblical imagery and prompts a gentle parental clarification.
Larry says his wife went away yesterday morning and returned last night. Harry notes the glum look. The exchange reveals no further details about the separation.
Ella notes a very smart turnout and Bella confirms, saying guests were ejected from one of the town's best hotels.
A raspy New York Times note recounts a tale of an old enslaved man and Mars Tom. The man explains how a pig was purchased with a loan while another pig dies from cholera after a harsh misstep. The exchange reveals hunger, cunning, and cautious humor amid hardship.
Reverend Clarence Godfrey, while planning retirement, attempted to telepathically project a phantom to a city woman. After about ten minutes he fell asleep. Four hours later the woman awoke troubled, drank soda for calm, and found Godfrey's apparition standing on her staircase for several seconds before it vanished.
Cured by Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Park Rapids Minnesota and Brookville Ohio residents report relief from menopause related symptoms, irregularity, and nervousness after using six bottles. The compound, made from native roots and herbs, is claimed to have no narcotics and to offer doctor free guidance from Mrs Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts.
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