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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1894
Page
4
A jumble of observations on politics and finance notes the Senate bill and tariff disputes, with comments on Japan China and U S leaders. References include Vigilant sea ventures and a gala day for newspaper men at Roseland Park and the Connecticut Press club.
Thirty Rhode Island pupils attended the Martha's Vineyard summer institute this year with thirty five states and provinces represented, totaling seven hundred one attendees.
The 1894 programs of the Rhode Island State Fair and New England Fair associations promise unusual entertainments and large crowds. A Santa Fe railroad head end collision on Monday showcases the dangers of disobeying orders as two express trains failed to meet at the designated point.
LaRpY Henry Somerset, noted for campaigning against diving pictures in England, has landed in this country. She admits the evil is more flagrant here than in London but says Americans must handle it themselves, noting many capable people exist to do so.
The writers of Sweet Marie receive $2,000 monthly for their work yet the music is played so often it causes regret. The article laments the audience’s delayed awareness of the anguish it would have caused and suggests subscription could have boosted the authors’ income.
William R. Lezenby, professor of horticulture at Ohio University, argues there are no limits to the number of horticulturists in a community. He notes excellent transport and preservation methods expanding markets for first class fruit and vegetables, with steady demand and rising profits. He cites his experience in top fruit regions and asserts consistent success where horticulture is pursued energetically.
The Washington Elm in Cambridge shows wood rot and borers with a short life of five to six years, despite care. A Paris Postal Union idea for uniform stamp colors green for ones red for twos and blue for fives is praised, though not adopted.
Chile plans a large free distribution program to promote nitrate of soda among American farmers. A Washington bureau will ship enough nitrate to cultivate an acre and farmers will report yields after harvest. Chilean officials express strong confidence in the fertilizer and aim to create a steady US market. Ely's Cream Balm is praised for quick relief and safety for catarrh.
The United States nears completion of a new beacon for Fire Island New York using the Le Paute lens purchased for 10000 dollars last fall Experiments with the 250000000 candlepower lens at Tompkinsville show a 100 mile visibility under favorable conditions The two sided 70000 pound lens has major and minor axes of nine and six feet The beacon will tilt six revolutions per minute flashing every ten seconds from 168 feet elevation with beams to Montauk Point
A July list of Agriculture Department publications includes reports on uncultivated East fibers in the United States by Charles Richards Dodge, New Jersey road-building aid by Edward Burrough, a secretary’s letter to Congress listing special agents and their work, plus studies on swine diseases by Theobald Smith and Veranus Moore.
Summary of rural agriculture topics including crop acreage and conditions for corn potatoes and tobacco wheat rye barley oats and rice plus cotton grasses and fruits. Also covers insecticides sorghum syrup curing methods weather data and soil temperature instruments with references to specific reports and Bulletins.
Mrs. F Butler of Fairhaven Connecticut reports weeks of stomach pain and colic ended by Chamberlain s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. She has since recommended it widely and notes its sale by druggists and dealers everywhere.
An exchange explains the main cost in producing first class leads is time and labor. Graphite and clay are carefully processed to ensure uniform hardness and toughness. In cheap pencils the leads receive little attention despite any finish.
Convenient payment plans make these beautiful pianos accessible to all. Ivers and Pond Piano Co. invites economical buyers to write describing their needs. Entire satisfaction guaranteed. 183 Tremont Street Boston.
The hay crop in Rhode Island suffered from last fall and early spring drought. Northern areas face poor prospects for a second crop, while Washington county reports ample rain and crops advancing. Corn and late potatoes are thriving and gardens show notable improvement.
The article argues that drainage is the key to good roads. A well underdrained bed keeps water away, prevents frost damage, and reduces the need for heavy road metal. Even without thick surface material, dry clay supports loads. metal adds only a roof to shed water. Proper drainage and bed construction reduce future repairs and yield smooth, durable roads.
The New York Sun notes two historic roads in China from the Ming and Yuan eras. The Ming route from Yangtee opposite Nankin to Anhoui boasts graded levels and arched viaducts, a standout early engineer’s feat. The Yuan road from Peking to Tuncha is a granite marvel now worn to ruin and nearly impassable.
A World-Herald opinion piece warns that public indifference harms community growth. It argues roads boost county wealth and comfort by speeding farm produce to city markets, improving health and conserving energy for both people and livestock.
Two speakers debate road quality and wealth. Higgins says gravel roads wear out shoes while Watkins notes wealth correlates with road quality and population. The Indianapolis Journal reports their informal exchange reflecting rural frustrations and economic ties.
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