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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1925
Page
4
A London Tidbits note explains how binding Toone shingle with tamarisk along the Sussex coast and sea blue on the Norfolk coast stabilizes shifting shingle. Planting thick shrubs resists incoming tides, with storms embedding shrubs to spur new shoots that reinforce the coast.
The article argues the elephant is the most intelligent of lower animals and highly adaptable. It notes its omnivorous diet and ability to roam plains forests and mountains, its exceptional trunk with acute smell, and its cautious, stealthy movement in dense forests to evade hunters.
The article traces the evolution of marriage gifts from bride price to dowry, noting that suitors paid the bride’s father and brides received dowries. It cites variation by wealth and bride’s accomplishments, with examples from tribal customs and Bedouin practices, including prices from three to twenty dollars up to thirty six for highly connected or attractive brides.
Pathfinder Magazine reports the Archeological Society of Azerbaijan seeks the legendary gold and spoils from Alexander the Great as mutinous troops chased Persians. Believed buried about sixty five miles from Baku near Andrievka, an elderly man claims an ancient map. Excavation may yield relics illuminating pre Christian peoples.
The text notes humans have inferior eyesight to many animals and especially birds. It claims birds often possess vision about one hundred times greater than the average person and can spot a worm at 300 feet. Birds’ eyes are tuned to detect moving objects at great distances, enabling early detection of enemies.
A short etymology note traces grouch to 1400s roots with likely links to growl and speech. It notes that a grouchy person often begins a talk with a growl and explores the unclear origin of the word.
Pinchbeck is an alloy of copper and zinc named after a London watchmaker who died in 1732. It made cheap jewelry resembling gold but weighed less and lacked resonance. Typical composition is 85 to 90 percent copper with 10 to 15 percent zinc, sometimes with tin. the term also denotes anything counterfeit or spurious.
The plain gold wedding ring, a Saxon survivor, outlasts fashion changes. Mary I resisted jeweled settings at her marriage to Philip of Spain, choosing a simple band rather than gems.
In a tense confrontation, two women argued over a bet and began moving their cots and bedding. One woman opened a satchel and produced a large revolver, dumping cartridges and cleaning the weapon while a man warned that the situation was dangerous.
An eastern hosiery firm received an order from a North Carolina woman. She explains she buys white stockings because fleas show up on white fabric, unlike black stockings where fleas are not visible. The note says fleas are invisible on black stockings and disappear before she can detect them.
Bror Williams pleads for spiritual improvement and gratitude in a short prayer from the Atlanta Constitution. The plea asks for humility patience love for neighbors and perseverance in daily deeds and faith.
Pathfinder Magazine explains that not all monkeys are apes and not all apes are monkeys. It notes that apes refer to tailless, manlike Old World primates such as the chimpanzee while monkeys cover smaller arboreal species.
Japanese decorations catching fireflies are a profitable venture in Tokyo firms sell them for lawn parties. They are hung in cages and released among guests as a shower of sparks, creating festive atmospheres.
The article notes various names for lily of the valley reflecting its popularity. It mentions English usage and foreign terms such as the French Muguet de Mai and German Mat Blume, highlighting the plant’s purity and humble associations.
Uncle Eben quotes a saying about people who boast of telling the truth often focusing on others while hiding their own misdeeds. The Washington Evening Star features this moral remark on honesty and self awareness through a folk voice.
The Supreme Court ruled on November 20, 1893 that the term high seas correctly applies to the Great Lakes, settling a long standing controversy over their legal status. The decision clarified navigational and jurisdictional implications for shipping and international law.
A scholarly claim says ancient surgeons used plant based drugs including morphine hashish and alcohol to ease pains in operations, reflecting early medical knowledge and practice.
A poetic note titled Flowers That Fade Not speaks of jade flowers kept in a box and compares them to immortal thoughts, praising enduring beauty and indestructible arrangement. The tribute is signed Emperor Klen and translated by Toussaint and Joerissen.
A fragment from the London Mail describes a fortress looming over foreigners with a devilish fortress image. It questions whether anything like it can be found elsewhere and hints at strong anti foreign sentiment.
The article notes that trained men conduct bird and game censuses in civilized countries. It contrasts methods: Europe uses actual counts, while the United States and Canada rely largely on estimates via capable helpers, yielding broader but less exact figures.
Asbestos from Cyprus ranks among the island’s chief minerals, supporting local industries. Inhabitants use the mineral to produce packing and building materials as well as oil containers, water pipes, and furniture.
A brief note explains the saying by rule of thumb as a practical, non precise method of measurement used in carpentry and extended to everyday estimation. It contrasts practical estimates with scientific accuracy.
Many English towns lost walls and gates yet York and Chester retain them. Castles abbeys and colleges across the country still preserve medieval barriers as reminders of earlier eras.
Science Service reports that fused quartz rods are now used to carry light to microscopes. This method reduces heating of specimens by keeping them farther from the light source while delivering bright illumination.
Duluth Herald notes safety reminder about crossing behavior urging pedestrians to pause and listen before stepping onto tracks as trains approach. It cautions that a rear collision may be less damaging than a locomotive strike.
A cynical bachelor notes that daily fortunes swing with marriage possible tomorrow. He observes a man can be happy today and wed soon after. The quote highlights uncertainty in personal happiness and plans.
A Dulath Herald note quotes a renewed conviction that a vacation reveals the value of steady employment. The piece reflects on work as a steady anchor and contrasts leisure with reliable earnings.
A Duluth Herald line phrase notes the stereotype of long lines and crowds as a recurring American behavior. The quotation reflects a humorous critique of public impatience and social habits observed in everyday life.
A New York American note reports women pick up swimming earlier while men must teach themselves. The item highlights gender differences in learning pace and self-teaching.
November 18 1925 the probate court asks that Susan M Sheple of Bristol or another suitable person be appointed administratrix of the estate of Reuben A Healey late of Bristol deceased. The matter is continued to December 7 1925 at 10 oclock AM in the Bristol Probate Court for consideration with notice to be published fourteen days once a week in the Bristol Phenix.
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