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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1928
Page
3
The Great Divide is a broad elevated tract in Montana and Wyoming where numerous rivers originate. The term denotes a wider area than the Continental Divide and refers to a highland ridge feeding many river sources.
The United States Department of Agriculture states that by selecting suitable strains chrysanthemums can be grown in nearly all states except the extreme North and the hot wind swept Great Plains region.
It is estimated that only two books have surpassed Pilgrim's Progress in global circulation. The Bible and the Koran are cited as the other two volumes with vast reach across cultures and eras.
A coastal Africa tableland features a forest of dwarf trees only 12 inches tall with leaves rarely more than two per tree and trunks about four feet in diameter, presenting a curious botanical sight for observers.
The Parthenon used Pentelic marble from nearby Athens quarries, which supplied most building material for modern Athens as well.
In London the Old Bailey enforces a rule that a judge cannot sit without another judge present on the premises. The second judge need not hear cases but must be in the building.
The article argues that the best remedy for a cold is very cold conditions. It cites Scott and Shackleton expeditions avoiding colds in 40 below zero and suggests future patients may fly to polar sanatoriums for coughs and bronchitis under iceberg shelter. It contrasts Arctic rigor with ports in New Zealand and Australia.
A folkloric account recalls Columbus meeting a Carib chief Guarkanagurik at Mole Street Nichols on December sixteenth. The chief offers a cigar, unnerving Columbus who nearly neglects his oath to claim new lands. The tale notes a surviving image of Notrement's alarm and the celebratory mood of Ferdinand and Isabella.
The article explains that due to the Earth's axial tilt of 23 64 degrees the Arctic experiences polar night in winter and midnight sun in summer. From March 21 to September 23 the North Pole remains in darkness, with no day for six months, and from September to March it stays dark for six months.
The piece argues that individuals align with their creed outwardly while often diverging in private thought. It notes society uses broad creeds to guide behavior, yet personal conscience can conflict with those general dictates.
A recalled incident from English court life shows an announcer mispronouncing guest names at a late evening event. Percy Armytage notes Mrs. Dawson-Damer arrived as Lady Portarlington, and the frightened announcer cried out the surname in a comical mispronunciation.
Quayle laments modern frenzy over loud carnivals and pageants, urging readers to seek the quiet beauty of sunrises and sunsets. He imagines a pilgrim’s path to witness a single sunset each decade, praising the mountain’s serene spectacle over crowded celebrations.
The piece notes progress in position and earnings for people in middle age while asserting there will not be another era of sweeping fortune. It emphasizes cautious optimism about advancement and financial gains forming a steady path rather than dramatic gains.
August 4 1963 report on the Bristol Rhode Island state tennis tournament final. J E Jones of Providence beat R H Carleton of New York in three straight sets 6 0 6 4 6 2 to win the singles title while Clarence R Budlong loses 7 5 7 5 8 6 in a dramatic championship match. The event drew large crowds and will net over 100 dollars for YMCA funds.
A syndicate led by ex mayor Coughlin has purchased Mt Hope Park and intends to build a summer hotel. The new owners foresee many improvements and alterations at the property.
Charles Brales James Via Milburn Jr and Charles Sanborn left for St Louis to work on World’s Fair buildings. The St Mary’s parish Sunday School excursion on the Steamer Favorite to Newport and Rocky Point carried 905 passengers with a stop at City By The Sea. The return was about 7 pm with steady reports of enjoyment. St Marys Fire and Drum Band provided music. In Bristol Rhode Island tennis tourney the prior week many graduates competed including entrants from Harvard MIT Lehigh Columbia Yale Brown.
Incoherent text fragment speaks of mind and heart aligning with sour purpose and a final note on splendid work. The passage appears as a stray, non coherent quotation with no clear event or identifiable figures. No verifiable entities, places, dates, or organizations are present.
Prussia took the lead by passing an 1836 act giving protection under its statute to writers from any country that would reciprocate, with Russia first to act in this international copyright framework.
The Detroit News reports a man who carved watch charms from peach stones left three boys. One created the breakfast cook, another the rumble seat, and the third made the folding chairs for bridge tables.
Early Egyptian color schemes described prisoners painted yellow while birds and water appeared blue and green. Men were painted red, more intensely than women, reflecting gendered color usage in ancient depictions.
Nature Magazine hails the downy woodpecker as one of the most useful and common birds for destroying tree insects in orchards and groves, noting its inestimable value in protecting crops.
A mule caused a passenger train derailment near Sacramento in a quirky mishap not involving any driver. The animal is described as stubborn but not one that operates engines.
Defiance Company members press concern over site for a new fire station while Bristol Highlands and Beach Terrace race and Bristol Narrows areas are cited as within two miles. A building committee member estimates relocation could save about half a million dollars though insurance attendance data show Defiance compares well with other town companies. The meeting ends with cooperative spirit and a forthcoming decision on the protest.
A London church still holds income initially allocated to purchase faggots for burning heretics. The note implies historic use tied to religious persecution and material support remained in the church's coffers despite changes over time.
The article notes a trend in London wedding pages where traditional boy names like David Peter and Michael are being replaced by Jeremy Timothy and Martin with Julian Simon and Brian also rising in popularity.
The smoke pall over American cities reduces daylight by up to 42 percent in early mornings and as much as 18 percent at noon, per a United States Public Health Service survey.
Luther Burbank a famed American naturalist born in Lancaster Massachusetts on March 7 1849. He advanced plant experiments and horticulture earning lasting influence in the field.
A quotation on self government asserts that government at home school and state serves only as aid to individual rule. True lawfulness comes from ruling oneself and following the inner voice.
The chemical used for smoke screens is titanium tetrachloride a liquid that turns into heavy smoke when exposed to air
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