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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1928
Page
4
Recent investigations cited by Popular Science Monthly discuss printing of individuals by race to improve racial classification. The article notes similarities among prints of same race and suggests this method could refine subdivisions across European and Asian groups.
A new window design uses extremely thin gold films on glass to create a one way view. Outside observer sees an opaque gold panel while the interior looks through a green tinted transparent pane.
A quirky Times item notes a Hungarian practice of making cloth from bean pods and seeds. It praises self sufficiency with home grown overcoats and calls a fortunate person a lucky has-bean.
A five year old oak root reportedly lifted a granite block weighing six percent dons. Over seven years the block rose two inches, illustrating a surprising strength of tree roots in old growth.
The article explains flax farming splits into two industries, fiber flax and seed or oil flax, noting fiber flax is a separate variety from seed flax.
The article notes Anexdal Hon Nathan Barnert a philanthropist and twice mayor of Paterson New Jersey. In 1925 the city erected and unveiled a statue of him in the City Hall plaza. He died in 1927 at age eighty nine.
A Montreal Gazette report asserts that a man’s effort in playing three rounds of golf equals hard work plowing an acre, while some players turn over sod as much as a foreman, highlighting a energetic comparison across papers.
When a chimney catches fire close doors and windows to starve the blaze. For an open fireplace hold a wet blanket in front to stop the draft and slow the flames.
The Grand Canyon spans over 200 miles and is divided into the Kalbab Kanab Ulnkaret and Shenavwitz sections.
A historical note traces women serving on juries back to ancient Babylon around 2200 B.C. and cites later English law permitting women to serve as jurors in specific cases centuries ago.
A visiting delegation from the George H Brown Women’s Relief Corps of Providence enjoyed a Wednesday afternoon at the Soldiers Home. A 2 basket lunch preceded a program of readings vocal and instrumental music including piano pieces by Ellen Knox and a violin solo by Daniel Elliot.
A small barn and damaged garage burned on Giuseppe Vaccaro’s premises at the corner of Gooding Lane and Malden Street Wednesday forenoon. Neighbors helped spray water until three fire companies arrived. Firemen used chemicals to subdue the blaze and protect the nearby dwelling. Estimated loss about 200 dollars.
Joe Mulvey a former Bristols player under manager Christopher L. Baker died at age 71. He later played third base for Providence in the National League and for the Athletics Philadelphia in the American League, and for the Baltimore Orioles. He was found in the Athletic's clubhouse locker room in Philadelphia on Tuesday where he had been employed as a watchman. Teammates included John McGraw and Dick Jennings.
Charles H Orgelman died Wednesday after a period of illness. His body was brought from Providence for burial in North Cemetery following funeral services at his residence 162 Pearl Street. Born in Sands Hook Connecticut he lived here for many years before moving to Providence about 1920. He worked as chemist and foreman at National India Rubber Company and later with Narragansett Rubber Company. He also painted in town and Providence. Survived by his wife formerly Isabel Baker and several children and siblings. He was about 60 years old.
Caicome Principe a longtime resident of southeastern town section died suddenly at his home on 407 Street near Richmond Street aged 55. He sat on the porch with family before collapsing. Funeral services were held at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church and St. Marys Cemetery. He leaves wife Mrs Mattia Principe and four sons John Lorenzo Dava Michael and daughter Ida. He was employed by National India Rubber Company for 25 years.
Dr. Dan McKenzie traces the evolution of medicine from witch doctors and priest physicians to thirteen folk healer types in southern Europe and beyond. The United States emerges with the widest array of religious and peculiar practitioners, totaling thirty seven varieties, as scientific medicine seeks evidence for established facts.
Dorothy confronts the speaker from a bridge lamp reading in a big chair. She denies having red hair and accuses the speaker of a nasty contemptible nature, then tells them to go home as a cool, admonishing warning.
The essay fragment outlines motion and rest as nature’s twin secrets. It argues a single fundamental “stuff” underlies all phenomena, from shells to skies, with transformation ceaselessly producing variety. It uses simple experiments and natural forms to illustrate universal unity.
The article notes that Dionysius of Rome set the birth date of Christ too late by about four years. Later investigations align Christ’s birth with Augustus era census in Syria under Quirinius, revising the historical timeline with Rome’s records and Scripture.
Emerson reminds that enduring affection from parents surpasses any other bond. He warns against those who shame you away from filial fear and obedience, as they seek to steal the most faithful love you know.
A man buys an old bureau that eerily resembles one from his childhood. At home he discovers a secret drawer containing his father’s documents and a five pound note, linking the piece to his past.
The text notes a ritual drinking from a single cup during the Jewish Passover Seder. It mentions terms meaning loving cup and describes the observance of sharing the cup as part of the ceremony.
The text credits Sebastian Lenormand with inventing the parachute and describes his 1784 descent from a upper window in Lyon. It notes Garnerin made the first balloon descent in Paris in 1797.
A tiny canvas attributed to Rembrandt sold at auction for about 8000 dollars. The portrait is only slightly larger than a postal card, highlighting the high value placed on diminutive Old Master works.
A concise quip notes that many men crave a private den at home perhaps because they already have a keeper. The line reflects a witty, domestic humor tone from the Atlanta Constitution.
A Lake View Til. high school pupil defines a passive verb as used when the subject is the sufferer, giving the example I am loved and explaining its grammatical function in class.
Report notes extreme ocean waves dubbed rollers reaching about 30 feet in height and stretching 600 to 700 feet long, highlighting their remarkable scale and potential impact on maritime conditions.
Astronomers classify stars into two groups Elants and dwarfs based on physical properties and stages of development. The term Elants refers to brighter hotter stars while dwarfs represent smaller cooler stars though the exact criteria vary by study.
The first candles known as rushlights used pith from reeds and rushes soaked in grease to burn. They were simple portable lights used in ancient households and tools to study lighting origins.
Mary Court of Fall River Massachusetts petitions to appoint guardian for Mabel B Dickerman an adult resident of Bristol. The matter is referred to Sept 4 1928 at 10 A M in the Bristol probate court for consideration with fourteen days notice to be published in the Bristol Phoenix.
Harold E. Hill of Bristol qualified as Administrator of the William E Matteson estate. Creditors must file claims in the office within the legally required time, starting August 10 1928. A D 1928.
The estate of Annie Emerson Tucker of Bristol presents a last will and codicil for probate. The documents are referred to September 4 1928 at 10:00 AM in the Bristol Probate Court Room for consideration, with notice to be published weekly for fourteen days in the Bristol Phenix.
Probate Court of Bristol appoints guardian for Lewis E Buxton and deputy clerk notes guardian’s bond. All creditors must file claims with the Bristol Clerk within six months from first advertisement. John W Church Clerk undene 8s. Cole Guardian 651 Pontiac Ave Eden Park R I.
Augustus A Gravelle as administrator presents the final account of Jeremiah Kirby late of Bristol deceased for allowance. The account shows credit from real estate sale. A hearing is set for August 11 1928 at 10 o clock A M at the Probate Court Bristol for consideration and order of notice.
Giuseppe Morra guardian asks to sell a one half undivided minor interest in Bristol Rhode Island lot No. 286 on the Gooding plan dated May 1918 to pay debts and support the minors with proceeds reinvested. The petition is assigned for hearing Sept 4 1928 at 10 AM in the Probate Court Bristol and will be publicized in the Bristol Phoenix.
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