Economic strain and looming labor shortage across the nation
The editorial argues that farmers and manufacturers slow due to scarce labor and transportation, with urban housing shortages and rising office rents. It notes a growing population yet a vanishing labor force, predicts continued prosperity as people return to work, and sees prices easing as profiteers bow to peaceful, saner market conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aanance
New York
Washington
United States
America
Mexican Government Pays Villa to Secure Peace
A garbled note claims the Mexican government paid the outlaw Villa to ensure peace, arguing that the path of the transgressor is harsh. The text suggests official belief in appeasement to avoid further conflict.
Prominent Russian Official Wrangell Highlights Europe’s State
The statement notes that General Wrangel’s view of Europe reflects a broader condition, signaling concern over political and military tensions across the continent. Wrangel’s position is cited as emblematic of the era’s upheaval and strategic uncertainty.
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Europe
General Wrangcel
Some Men Are Born Great and Some Have Greatness Thrust Upon Them
A witty take on destiny and ambition places emphasis on individuals in Ohio, suggesting greatness manifests differently across lives. The quip reflects regional pride and universal fate with a humorous, aspirational tone.
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Ohio
Plenty of Folks Aim High but Few Pull the Trigger
A reflective column notes many people set goals yet few translate plans into action highlighting the gap between ambition and execution in personal endeavors.
Failure is more frequently from want of energy than want of capital
Quote attributed to Daniel Webster about the common cause of failure. contrasts energy and capital as factors in success.
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Damiel Webster
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Promises Cure and Reward
Claiming catarrh is constitutional, Hall's Catarrh Medicine by F J Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio is advertised as a remedy that works through the blood to mucous surfaces. A $100 reward is offered for any case not cured, with testimonials and Hall's Pills also promoted for constipation.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Toledo. O
Amily K
Local Notes and Social News Roundup
Bernard Hart returns from New York visit. Rev George H Perkins to preach at First Baptist on Sunday. Alfred and wife Lemieux back from wedding trip to New York and Atlantic City. Regina Morris and Connors sisters vacationing in Newburgh. Elizabeth Ormond returns from Newport with nephew Angie Pierce Jr. Mrs Van Voast returns from New Brunswick visit. Mrs Duffy recovering after second surgery in Fall River. Special footwear sale at Sam the Shoeman. Bristol Post Office carrier civil service exam tomorrow. ex-service men to take it. Arrangements recorded for Arrone Adams marriage intentions. Stevens Brothers Exposition site now inactive. local youth attend Warren Circle dance. New arrivals at Hotel Belvedere include Brigham, Hyde, Nolan, Wilkie. Miss Hyde away on vacation. expect to be away another week. Charity whist for Bristol Chapter DY Roo next Wednesday. Theft of candy cigarettes and small change at Alfredo Delaureo’s on State Street. entry via rear window. Governor’s Day observance at Camp Sims on Thursday. Governor Beeckman to attend. Garden suspects: twin dahlias in Phoenix window. large Rockford cucumbers shown. Soldiers’ Home building repairs by E. W. Weaver. painting by Doyle & Muller. Rex G E Edgett on vacation. Sunday service at 10:30. Epworth League to handle evening service. prayer meeting Wednesday at 7:30. Knight rank conferred at Burnside Lodge. visitors from Narragansett Lodge and others expected. street parade planned. Social Committee arranging entertainment. About 200 Knights anticipated.
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Bernard Hart
New York
George H Perkins
First Baptist Church
Alfred Lemieux
Atlantic City
Regina Morris
Catherine
Mary Connors
Newburgh
N. Y
Elizabeth Ormond
Wood Street
Angie W. Pierce, Jr
Newport
William H van Voast
Congregational Street
New Brunswick
New Jersey
James F Duffy
Truesdale Hospital
Fall River
Sam the
Civil Service
Bristol Post Office
Andrew Arrone
Emma Magdalen Adams
Warren Circle
Daughters of Isabella
Institute Hall
Warren
Hotel Belvedere
Henry W Brigham
Marlboro
Mass
F C Hyde
Boston
Thomas Nolan
Adam Wilkie
Waterbury
Camp Sims
Prudence Island
Beeckman
William Cheshire
Thames Street
Phoenix
Rockford
John Gerard
Honozra Tixon
Soldiers’ Home
E. W. Weaver
Doyle & Muller
Rex G E Edgett
State Street
M. E
The
Epworth League
Burnside Lodge
Knights of Pythias
Narragansett Lodge
Phenix
Fl Karun Temple
Providence
Bathing Suits at SUZMAN'S and Local Notices
Local social notes report Miss Katherine McKevitt returning from a Boston vacation and Miss Hannah fuvianston visiting Medway. Families from Chicopee Falls and Webster visit Bristol area. two hundred Junior Naval Reserves parade on Prudence Island. Council approves a Sunday clam bake. Knights of Columbus and Pythians attend outings. Weather note from Evening Twilight League games and Cubs exhibition on the common with injuries reported.
Donations to Home Support Children’s Home Garden Party
The Children’s Home lists donations last month including sweaters, lettuce, vegetables, sugar, potatoes, milk, clothing, and a rocking horse from various donors. It thanks all contributors for the Garden Party that made the event a great financial success.
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Emily
Aida Connery
H. C. Wardwell
Steele
Bosworth
Newman Bros
Leonard Sanford
R. Siegel
Miss Peck
Miss Spaulding
A. Earle
Miss Bragg
Mrs Low
Clarke and
Manchester
Obituaries of Nutting and Robertson in local town
Abney E. Nutting aged 81 died Aug 10 at the Soldier's Home in town. David Robertson aged 71 died Aug 11 in the same town.
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Nutting
Abney FE
Homeward longing for Ma’s home made pies reminder
Jerome L Barrus recalls childhood on a New England farm yearning for his mother’s pies and the homestead. He longs to see the kitchen clock, the dough rolling, and family scenes now gone, grieving the loss of his mother and home.
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Dad
New England
Noah
Little Sis
Jerome L. Barrus
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J. F. Farraely
Hope Street
Bristol
B. 1
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Richard GC
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Hasbrouck
American Press Association
Guardian
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M. C. McKenzie
Chas Brown
A. R. Hall
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Buffington
Jones's
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J. Kinder
Editorial
American Railway Express
Leage
Evelye
American Railway
Iexprist
Post Office
August A.M. P.M
News of
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Hannah Fuiveston
Medway
Teddy
Yevette LeClair
Johnston
Arthur LeClair
Franklin Street
W. J. Golden
Chicopee Falls
Manuel Valante
Bay View Avenue
Bristol Council
Knights of Columbus
Domenico DeCristofaro
Salvatore DeFelice
Sons Native Discords
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Knights of the Domain of Rhode Island
Duby’s Grove
Louise Doyle
Margaret O’brien
Bristol Narrows
Albert C. Davis
Worcester
Berkshires
New York City
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the Highlands
Edwin S Godfrey
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G- Bradford Draper
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Nichols
Belmore
Traynor
Joseph
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F. N. Easterbrooks
Wool St
Bueffington’s
Everett West
Louise D. Malafronte
New England Conservatory of Music
Ing
Henry FP Trudell
Heswood-Wakefield Baby Carriage
Phoenix Office
A. A. Edmonds Co
Gharers Sartini
Prospect Stree
Sherry Avenue
A. P. Nerone
A. Edmonds, Co
Poreal Estate
General Accident, Fire and Life Assurance Corporation
Philadelphia
Cor
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Croade Street
Warren, R
Frenchy
Cornelius Harrington
Ferncroft Public
Asting
Ferncrott Public
Pure Food Store
Chase & Sanborn Seal
Hase & Sanborn
Chase & Sanborn
Santos
la Touraine
Autocrat
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Pillsbury’s
Lexington Brand
Armour
Charles A. Johnson
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