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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1926
Page
4
A collage of cheeky quotes from newspapers nationwide highlights witty takes on politics, wealth, fashion, and social norms. Notable lines touch Mussolini taxation, Santa Claus identity, and the lingering war era mood as editors joke about daily life and public policy.
The article notes bridges as an ancient art essential to civilizations. It cites Chinese and Roman achievements, describing arch bridges and their lasting influence across Europe.
A passage describes two artists and their unusual works. One writes on a lens surface, and another draws 124 different heels on a single cherry stone after spending ten years. The second artist refused a $2,000 offer for the stone.
Richard Lloyd Jones argues that honest advertising builds trustworthy commerce and warns against misrepresented goods. He cites a shift from youthful doubt to a staunch defense of national advertising, urging buyers to favor reputable merchants who reveal true quality and price.
Funeral services were held for Mainel Fidalgo ten year old son of Mr and Mrs John S Fidalgo and for Martian Jodomonds who died Tuesday. Requiems and burial took place at St Elizabeths Church North Cemetery and Jumper Bay Cemetery with St Albans Lodge Masons and veterans groups attending. Bearers included Harry Tallman and nephews from Providence.
Henry VIII, royal patron, introduces hard tennis courts in Europe marking a landmark shift in the sport. The king promotes a court project, aligning royal prestige with modern athletic facilities and game play.
Notice of probate admission for Fred M Dixon estate in Bristol with executor bond, claims due by law, and filing details. Also includes notice of final account for Harold Coombeckham estate and administratrix Peckham seeking public hearing and order for publication.
The probate court orders administrator appointment for Natey Murphy estate. Publication required for fourteen days weekly in the Bristol Phenix. Clerk notes official proceedings and references to the vestry records.
The Rhode Island State Board of Public Roads voted October 14 1926 to take land in Barrington for highway use under Chapter 497. A plat No 160 A and a detailed description signed by three board members were filed with the Barrington Town Clerk on October 16 1926.
In Bristol a petition for a guardian to sell ward Susan Mott's real estate seeks authorization to auction or private sale of Lot Eight on the James Riley Plat Bristol to pay debts and fund a better investment. The hearing is set for January 10 at 10 o clock AM in the Probate Court Room Bristol with notice to be published for fourteen days weekly.
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