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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1932
Page
3
Selected excerpts reprinted from Phenix files of a quarter century ago cover Bristol events, notable people, and local happenings. The piece compiles period reflections and questions from readers about past civic life and cultural moments.
January 1 1907 Phoenix Office reports a doll leg found as a humorous gift. Bristol Camp No 9558 W M A elected officers with DeWolf McCaw Davis Blaisdell Wilson Van Voast Merriman Fish. supper by Blanche Myers. specials include Hannah Miller sang Sing Me to Sleep and a George Foley violin act with Abe Myers and Frank Stewart in blackface.
Miss Annie McCaughey from this town enters Rhode Island Hospital to study nursing. She has worked at the N. I. R. Co. factory and has a sister who is also a trained nurse.
This evening the Bristol Dramatic Company presents the three act comedy Uncle Silas. Advance ticket sales are strong and a crowded house is expected. Cast includes Silas Bradford bank president John R. Potter sheriff Jim Bender Edward Sullivan Lemuel Harrison Andrew Cashman Pard on R. Kenney Martin Murphy John Hughes Sam Potter James J. Connery Jack Walker Lottie Bradford Rose Conley Gertrude Malvin.
Albert A Young a University of New York student spent Christmas at his hometown and returned to his studies Sunday evening in this town.
George A. Buffington and Miss Ella Baker, both of this town, were married in Providence last week.
At the semi monthly meeting Mrs Mary R Finch the retiring president presented secretary Mrs Emma E Carey with a china dish and a book of poems. She also presented treasurer Mrs Almy Phelps a handkerchief case and a half dozen handkerchiefs.
The article recounts Malay peninsula camphor trade from Johore, noting camphor trees yield superior crystals than other sources. It describes belief in Bisan the tree spirit, Jakuns using a hog Latin jargon to fool her, and Jakuns living peacefully with wildlife while cultivating the camphor language.
The Cross at Bewcastle hosts the oldest surviving sundial dating to about 675 A D The Anglo Saxons used decimal and duo decimal time The Kirkdale chancel in Yorkshire preserves an 1056 inscription and a pure Eleventh century English text Mass clocks appeared across churches after that era Norman rule introduced the 12 hour day merging Anglo Saxon dials into combined systems Many antique dials from this period show both time systems despite weathering and centuries of decay London Tit Bits
Advice on improving daily life through laughter storytelling and small acts of kindness. Emphasizes keeping one’s troubles private and encouraging others with cheer, quoting Robert P. Anderson on daily helpful deeds.
Charles Lathropack emphasizes forests as man’s constant allies from early human history. North American forests provided essential resources enabling settlement and expansion, shaping the continent’s development and civilization.
Archaeological finds show a vast Ostia emporium serving Rome's elite with silks, jewels, and luxury imports. Visitors flocked to this early department store section, a beacon for wealth and display in the ancient city.
The Hammurabian code states if a robbery is committed and the thief is caught he shall be killed. If the robbery is not caught the robbed party shall claim before God for all items stolen and the town and the governor of the territory will restore everything lost.
The famed Doctor Johnson wore shabby wigs whose fronts burned near candles during reading. In a visit to a home, the butler kept a new wig ready and would replace it as Johnson moved to the dining room, sometimes daily.
Fragments state a maxim on making friends and seizing kindness and truthful speech in every place. It echoes Ruskin urging constant sociable conduct and sincere interaction to build lasting relationships.
Coach Ian M Walker urges daily practice as Colt High School prepares for an January 8 game against Rhode Island State Freshman quintet. Lombard Pozzi and Cowboy bowling team fall to Al Sousa Easy Pickin s by three straight strings at State Street Alleys, keeping soda dispensers idle for a spell.
Thomas Donohue of New Haven Connecticut chairs the NB A boxing commission and presents a ranking of champions to be considered. The heavyweight lineup lists Max Schmeling of Germany as top. light heavyweight is vacant with Maxey Rosenbloom as No 1 contender. middle Gorilla Jones of Akron. welter Lou Brouiliard Worcester. junior welter Jackie Berg England. lightweight Tony Canzonetti New Orleans. junior lightweight Kid Chocolate Havana. feather Bat Battalino Hartford. bantam Al Brown Panama. flyweight Young Perez France after beating Frankie Genaro.
A double main bout bill at the Auditorium Providence features Mexican and Italian American boxers. Johnny Gonzales Ari zono vs Tony Catalano and Al Denave vs Paris Apice in 10 round bouts. Also YMCA volleyball sets local match vs Warren Monday at 6 with listed Warren players and Bristol lineup announced.
Haze in the region is driven by fine airborne dust and extreme heat, with smoke and volcanic eruptions contributing to the murky conditions. Authorities warn of reduced visibility and health risks during peak daytime hours.
Ants observed in Europe reportedly set and stabilized wounded allies by applying improvised plaster to broken legs, showing organized cooperative care within the colony.
Mrs Ida Waldron Robertson widow of James T Robertson died Thursday morning at her Constitution Street home after months of illness. Born December 24 1858 she was 73 turning 74 and left a sister Ella Newman and a son Edward Robertson. Funeral set Saturday at 2 pm from her residence with Rev A R Parshley officiating. burial in North Cemetery.
Mrs Elizabeth Frederico wife of Ambrose Frederico of 507 Wood Street died yesterday at home after brief illness She celebrated her 41st birthday on Wednesday Born in Scafati Italy she was in town 20 years Survived by her parents her husband three sons Frank Anthony Joseph and five Frederico children Mass and funeral at Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church Saturday burial in St Marys Cemetery officiated by Rev Joseph Sargano
William Henry Brotherton 80 died Tuesday evening at St. Josephs Hospital. A Connecticut native who lived in Bristol over 50 years, he worked as a crossing tender for the New Haven Railroad at Pappasquash and Nayatt stations. Survived by daughter Edith Newbold and half brother Theodore Brotherton of Providence. Funeral 2 p.m. from his home Rev H D Graetz officiating. Burial North Cemetery. Bearers Al Moren Herbert Newman Walsey Brotherton George Hayes.
A short item notes that private conduct discussed openly elevates status, while gossip behind fences keeps one unimportant. The piece uses quirky spellings and references to a viola as a violin with a different tuning, reflecting local column whimsy.
A Collier's Weekly note asserts that only half of women worldwide wear leather shoes, contrasting barefoot trends with footwear choices across cultures.
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