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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1895
Page
4
A fragment contrasts Venus as envisioned in art with the idea that her famed beauty would drive a woman mad if she lacked it. The piece notes the absurd proportions of Venus in art, suggesting the marble goddess may seem unrealistic.
A Moscow promenade scene leads to a courtroom dispute over a torn dress when a officer’s spur tears the train of a wealthy woman’s gown. The woman and her husband demand 200 rubles, but the officer pleads poverty and is led to court to resolve the case.
A court scene unfolds as an officer demands the lady’s dress be handed to him on the spot. The judge enforces the claim, while the lady protests and her husband pushes for immediate payment to replace the gown. A draft is prepared as spectators hiss.
A first person account describes a Broadway cable car incident where a man harassed a woman and followed her with intrusive eye contact. She reflects on broader gender safety fears and cites a belief in a law to deter such behavior.
A garbled OCR excerpt cites a mix of old Times and Journal notes mentioning maternal customs, restless children, night awakenings, and stray phrases about dogs and sheep. It includes stray names and incomplete quotes, with references to Indianapolis Journal and Antigonews.
Noon sale of a cottage with lot on Burton Street near Eddy Place and a parcel described as Lot on Burnside Street. The listing notes a desirable residence site with potential for development. No further details provided in readable text.
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