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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1914
Page
4
A quotation by Elizabeth Towne in Nautilus argues that the Indian in his natural state has no diseases. She contrasts outdoor living with sedentary indoor life, claiming lack of exercise dulls the lungs and lowers bodily vibrations, inviting disease germs to attack tissues.
For centuries Japanese divers were women the practice grew until about ninety percent of pearls are gathered by female divers. A movement to replace them with men has faced strong resistance from women who oppose the change.
The text argues that mankind is the most successful creature due to balance but warns the brain's size risks overgrowth in one direction. It claims success comes from continual improvement through struggle, effort, and avoiding complacent rutting rather than seeking quick snaps.
Franklin argues that while war is inevitable among foolish humans, the wiser portion should mitigate war's calamities as much as possible. The piece frames a call for prudence and humanitarian efforts amid conflict.
George Coresiodatvait and Miss Ho Fr Hiest Miller unite in a Sunday ceremony at All Saints Church rectory in Saint Georgehy parish. The bride wore blue. groom has lived in town for a year and previously in Manchester NH. Bridefant former bookkeeper at Seth Paull Co. They plan to reside on State Street with many well wishers.
The article explains that the ten penny system for nails derives from weight per 1000 nails in pounds. Four pun nails, six pun nails, eight pun nails and ten pun nails evolved into four penny nails, six penny nails and so on, gradually losing the original meaning.
Road to success hinges on a competent instructor guiding the path while self study remains possible. The note emphasizes both professional tutoring and independent learning as viable routes to achievement.
Executors Archibald M. Miller and Horace I. Miller announce probate of James A lastpeee of Bristol Town. They notify all heirs and creditors to file claims in six months at the town clerk’s office per law.
December 10 1914 notice by Albert P Peck executor of the last will and testament of George H Peck late of Bristol Township Kansas City. He states probate granted and bond given and invites all creditors to file claims with six months in the Bristol Probate Court clerk’s office.
Probate Court in Bristol adjourns for a guardian petition by Harriet B Sparks Otto of Providence to guard Jared K Sparks a full age resident of Bristol. Hearing set January 4 1914 at 10:30 in Bristol Probate Court with notice to be published weekly in the Bristol Phoenix for fourteen days and citation served as required by law.
Principal Brown and Superintendent report a trial of new session times at Menariak High. Beginning Monday January 4 the school day runs 8:15 to 2:20 with a 12:00 to 12:30 intermission. Class periods extend from 40 to 55 minutes as the plan requires.
At the Star Theatre this Friday audiences will see the last three reels of the sensational serial Trey O Hearts and the first episode of The Master Key. Also showing Mutual Girl Today and The High Spots on Broadway plus a colossal carnival of comedy featuring 52 Universal stars in one film.
Regular morning deliveries proceed while General Delivery quads are closed from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. Mailing Division dispatches at 7:30, 9, 2 and 6 p.m. Money Order Registry and Postal Savings are closed all day.
Christmas night dance in G. A. R. Hall hosted by Jolly Two. Dec 26 dance at Hotel Belvedere for Bristol British Relief Society. Dec 31 masque at Sun parlor Belvedere by Prof Quirk. Jan 6 supper and sale in G. A. R. Hall for Babbitt Woman's Relief Corps. Jan 7 tenth anniversary banquet for Bristol Aerie No. 953 in G. A. R. Hall.
A simple method ties a handkerchief corners around door knobs to dampen closing noise in severe illness. In Providence, most residents shop for clothing at Barnaby's, a common local habit.
A writer laments that drunken parents deprive thousands of children of Christmas joy and urges visiting city institutions housing the homeless to see how collective celebrations uplift many youngsters. The piece contrasts crowded homes with a lone wealthy child enjoying toys.
Recipes include Salmon Salad with cucumber tomato and egg garnish served with a lemony yolk butter sauce, Montreaux Sandwiches from boiled eggs parsley and anchovy pink spread, and Fig Mincemeat Pies using flour fat baking powder and chopped figs baked briefly.
The piece notes French children place shoes by the chimney for Christmas without stockings. Morning gifts range from toys for little children to money and a book for older ones. It contrasts French children’s books with American ones, praising their moral tone and uniform red cloth bindings, sized by the child’s merit and the donor’s heart.
The article notes U S children purchase toys costing about 45 million dollars annually with imports at 15 million. It discusses rising iron toy production at home and concerns about safety and quality in the industry.
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