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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1895
Page
4
Arab boys swim for coins as they shoot Nile rapids on wooden logs. They ride the current with jockey like balance then swing off to avoid danger, only to face the rocks below in a heavy, violent stream.
Michael Davitt argues that the ticket of leave acts as a police tool that blocks ex prisoners from fair employment. He notes although safeguards may prevent criminals from reoffending, many who offend by circumstance face barred chances to reform and gain independence from crime.
The piece notes a dramatic scene from Roman legend with Lucullus and a gladiators arena wager. It cites a Rockland Tribune reference about Mr. Gladstone’s writing method in The Woman at Home. It mentions a satire cartoon of Mascagni and reports Geneva hosting the world's largest fountain on Lake Leman with a Sunday display and electric illumination.
A reflective proverb from Ram's Hort compares a mill’s limitation to grind with time past and time to come, arguing true utility lies in what is currently passing through. The passage emphasizes living in the present moment.
A Boston contemporary cites a Dedham statute aimed at curbing immoderate sleeves for women. The article notes sleeves exceeding half an ell in width were forbidden and mocks fashion excess, predicting eventual self-correction without law.
The Providence Journal notes the Vigilant departure from Bermuda to New York and anticipates faster Bristol yachts. It cites Defender's possible July debut and a New York regatta offer, pending a water depth guarantee. Additional items discuss advertising effects, New York public school flag display, Rhode Island census projections, bicycle spending, and a thank you to state inspectors for their report.
Last week we spoke of good cloaks and now present more value. Ladies capes in small sizes priced at 4 to 12.50 with jet silk lace and style akin to $10 to $25 items. Long capes for older ladies range 4 to 10 plus tan cover jackets 5 to 10. Suits from 7.50 to 25 and silk waists and skirts selling well. Come today to see.
The note proclaims that while many have more, the emphasis remains on quality over quantity as the guiding principle behind the trade. It underscores a belief in superior value and lasting merit rather than sheer volume.
A compact listing of plumbing steam and hot water heating hardware stove kitchen furniture paints oils hardware and related items from a local supplier. Includes terms for steam and gas fitting and general home improvement products.
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