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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1903
Page
7
A writer ridicules Cuban music and dances, praising discordant bands made from improvised instruments. He likens their tunes to drum noise and chides the national hymn and dance as inept and painfully dull, arguing Cubans must relearn music.
The article reflects on birth as a perpetual process, noting 8 to 40 million babies born annually with more girls than boys. It cites a 100 to 90 ratio and an ongoing surplus of women. It also highlights massive infant mortality, estimating 5 million never speak, 5 million never walk or run, and 5 million never reach schooling, in round numbers.
The article explains a snake swallowing method. It notes the jaw can move independently to grip the frog, then push forward and draw the jaw back to pull the prey inward. The process can take over half an hour for large frogs. The snake’s skin stretches greatly and the jaw dislocates, with extensible ligaments keeping bones aligned.
The compass plant of Asia Minor is an annual shrub described as resembling wild indigo with branches on the north side. Mentioned in the Bible for its steadiness, travelers in the Mediterranean, Arabia, and Persia rely on it to navigate, akin to a mariner's compass built on modern science.
A Texas farmer faced ruin as boll weevils ruined cotton and drought destroyed corn while his daughter eloped with a vagabond and his son followed the circus. His wife bore triplets, and he died by self-inflicted hanging using rope and rafter. The coroner ruled the death justifiable homicide per Halietsville Herald.
Bobby, seven, studies the shiny new arrival with a critical eye and complains the brother isn’t finished yet. A nurse asks how he likes the newcomer, and Bobby quips that he’s not finished. Source: Brooklyn Life.
An unnamed visitor asks a boy what he will do when he becomes a man. The boy answers with a grave expression and a trembling voice that he will whip his papa, revealing a haunting memory of family fear and violence.
A London alderman sits in state to hear a schoolboy’s Greek orations and bows whenever the Greek word ouden meaning nothing is pronounced, as it sounds like his own name.
A chatty exchange hints a cashier is absent for several days. One says he went out of town, another questions whether the departure is for rest or flight, leaving the town puzzled about his fate or motives.
A brief Syracuse Herald item notes a late night exchange about domestic routines and language. The dialogue hints at shared vigilance at home, with a wife keeping a light burning and attending to language as well.
A brief exchange features Mr Bixby and a younger partner discussing a clever ace trick. The dialogue hints at playfulness and mutual appreciation as they agree to ensure success. Names appear as Bixby and a junior counterpart.
The ad argues proper feed boosts farm profits by improving milk pork and eggs, then claims Scott's Emulsion is a scientific mixed food for children curing soft bones and anemia, with cod liver oil building flesh blood and muscle and lime and soda aiding bone and brain development.
The National Printer-Journalist of Chicago lauds the Phanix Christmas Souvenir and Bristol’s Semi-Weekly Prong for vivid illustrations and strong advertising. It notes eleven pages of art, historic images, and stylish ads, praising growth in sales and wide reader demand with over 500 extra copies selling and 1500 more asked by advertisers.
An original poem recited at the Annual Convention of the Department of Rhode Island by Mrs. Emma E. Carey. It honors the flag and the sacrifices of those who died for their country, celebrates red white and blue symbolism, and pledges eternal loyalty and remembrance.
The record lists multiple social events including an Artillery Armory gathering on February 16, a Jolly Eight social in Columbia Hall the same day, a Centennial Social Club event at the Opera House on February 18, a Ladies' Aid Society turkey supper on February 19 at the G A R Hall, the Robert Emmet Literary Society annual ball on February 20 at Grand Army Hall, Bristol Train of Artillery's Washington Ball on February 28 at Grand April, and Company C Easter Ball on April 18 at Hasbrouck Armory with St Mary’s Fife and Drum Band Fair running April 18 to 26.
A group of four engravings showing the east west and south interior walls as they appeared in the St Albain Lodge room for nearly a century is on display in Stevens & Co’s show window. Printed on heavy 26 by 19 inch paper they are for sale at Stevens & Co or the Pianix Office where they were printed. Sent post paid on receipt of price 25 cents.
Corrected list shows Feb 12 as a reference point with Indies of Providence at Bristol on Feb 19 Brockton High at Bristol on Feb 21 Y M C A at Brockton Feb 28 Boston Y M C A at Bristol on Mar 7 Newport Y M C A at Newport on Mar 12 and Mar 14 Dean Academy at Franklin Massachusetts.
A merchant treats advertising as a legitimate cost equal to clerks and light, aiming for large sales and small profits to turn goods into money repeatedly. In contrast, a pen advertiser seeks small sales and large profits and complains when citizens buy out of town.
Frequent requests for prints led to a few copies on heavy 19 by 12 inch paper suitable for framing. They cost 15 cents each, available at Stevens & Co or the Photix Office, and will be sent postpaid on receipt of price.
In central Asian lore a khan narrowly escaped capture thanks to an owl spotted guarding a thicket. The pursuers left, believing the bird meant danger, allowing the khan to slip to his camp. The tale sparked lasting reverence for owls, whose feathers became symbols of victory.
A health advertorial warns kidney trouble as a leading danger linking heart, lung, and bladder diseases. It promotes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney liver and bladder problems, claiming cures and a free sample offer from Binghamton New York.
Bristol Commandery 321 U O G C held an officer installation with Grand Commander Walter E Townsend of East Providence as installing officer. New officers include Commander Thomas H Mowry and Miss Edith A Maxfield as Vice Noble Commander. Remarks, refreshments, and a social hour followed. Next meeting scheduled for February 23 1908.
The listed names include A L Barker Charles Heinz Mathew Oliver Dr W F Robinson Miss Grace Briggs Clara E Cole Mrs 8 P Church and Mrs Maland. These are letters awaiting pickup at the post office for the week ending February 7.
James Burke and Minnie Duperon, both residents of this town, were married on February 6 by Rev P. M. Cabe, pastor of St. Mary’s church.
The N Y N H and Hartford Railroad announces a complete electric car timetable effective August 13, 1902. Northbound trains from Bristol to Providence and Fall River run weekdays at several morning and afternoon intervals, with express options and varying start times. Southbound service from Fox Point Providence to Bristol operates on a full weekday list with multiple departures and express runs. Trains from Providence to Bristol arrive at Bristol throughout the day, with additional Sunday schedules for north and southbound trips.
Regular service between Providence and Bristol detailed with weekday and Sunday times. Dorrance Weybosset corner departures start at 5.45 a.m. with 80 minute intervals to late evening. Bristol terminus departures begin 5.19 a.m. and run every 80 minutes, including late hourly runs to Riverside car house. Franklin Street departures occur six minutes after terminus leaves.
George Byron Diman, a familiar Hope Street observer for 75 years, passed away after a long illness. Renowned for generosity and kindness to children, he avoided pride and showed tolerance toward all faiths, valuing memories of Bristol’s past and the ships that built its history.
A runaway nearly killed J. B. Orner of Franklin Grove Illinois. A four year leg ulcer resisted doctors and remedies until Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cured it. Also good for burns bruises skin eruptions and piles. 25c at J H Young Co Drug Store.
Handsome line of ball and party invitations tickets dance programs pencils and tassels 1902 styles at the Promix office.
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