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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1917
Page
4
In a brisk critique of 19th century social shifts, the author laments how factory wealth and mobility erode family prestige. He notes names become generic and careers like forgery or bankruptcy alter lineage meaning, contrasting Have-Much and Have-Little-W. L. George.
A Geographical Review writer cites Prof Alexander McAdle from Harvard noting three‑dimensional wind movement in the upper atmosphere. He explains the troposphere and stratosphere layers, with strongest winds near the stratosphere and temperature dropping deepest above the equator.
A reflection on love showing mercy when faults appear. True love covers sins and hides blemishes like a painter shielding a friend’s flaw. It praises virtue, buries weaknesses, and reveals the friend’s strengths in noble silence.
The article summarizes early scientific disagreement on Earth's age with estimates from 20 million to 150 million years. It notes John Phelps proposed a much larger figure near 338 million years, reflecting the era's uncertainty and speculative methods.
A brief line notes rust and decay leading to a harvest of loss. It reflects metaphorical decline affecting crops and livelihood, signaling a somber trend described in terse terms. The passage frames deterioration as a foreboding agricultural consequence without detailing events.
Excerpt on refined conduct and self control outlining how a well bred person should appear and behave. It contrasts dignity with formality, urges calm under pressure, unforgiving standards for self and others, and emphasizes ease and unity with people while avoiding stiffness.
A Harvard study cited by the New York Herald notes many individuals, including 15 Porcelain club members, have no middle names. Observers say efficiency drives shorten names, avoiding 10,000,000 potential words on checks and signatures.
Onlookers gather to watch street excavators at work with one laborer in a yellow shirt enjoying the moment. A second man says the laborer is an actor who has never faced such a large and attentive crowd.
A short reflective saying urges acting without doubt or fear and focusing on present duties. It claims right effort now prepares for future ages, echoing Emersons ethos.
A reflection on how sharing affection enhances joy while the gifts of love received provide substantial satisfaction and emotional steadiness.
Superintendent John F Dunn expcts to close the Nam quit Worsted Company mill on Thames street and move the business to Greenville Rhode Island where leased mill property exists. About 200 workers were employed at full operation and several departments have already transferred. The stone building, once tied to Richmond Manufacturing and later Namquit, is now owned by Charles B Rockwell and may remain idle given its desirable location for manufacturing. There are rumors a new firm may take over a similar line of goods.
In 1800 the capital moved from Philadelphia to Washington as John Adams and wife endured a cold drafty White House. Betsy Adams arrived to a dreary home while Jefferson soon hosted grand receptions. The piece also notes local league bowling results with North Ends and Live Wires edging Hayseeds and Slow Five.
The tale recounts Mark Twain as a prosperous writer who repeatedly chased risky ventures. He funded ventures from a steam generator to a marine telegraph idea, losing substantial sums before wisely declining Alexander Graham Bell stock and instead lending money to a friend who soon failed.
Jan 12 private dance for Class of 1917 at Colt Memorial High School. Jan 18 basketball MCA vs Naval Training Station Newport at YMCA gym. Jan 18 first annual masquerade ball under metspices of Bristol Sporting reborn G R Hall. Jan 25 installation of officers of Wampanoag Encampment I O O F. Jan 27 opening night of Hydraulion Engine and Hose Company fair at G A R Hall. Jan 30 dance at AR Hall under Court Alice No 124. Feb 8 Twelfth annual Eagles banquet at Hotel Belvedere. Feb 12 141st anniversary hall Bristol Train of Artillery at G A R Hall. Feb 19 and 20 Miniature H M Pinafore at Pastime Theatre by Bristol RI Boy Scouts.
Harold and James argue under a tall hickory tree. James boasts he can reach the top, Harold retorts with defiance asking who he thinks he is. The playful exchange ends with no climactic action or outcome.
The article explains a home method for hot compresses to aid the sick. It instructs using a double boiler setup with flannel, soaking in water, wringing minimally, and applying the heated cloth directly. It emphasizes avoiding extra wringing and keeping the compress moist during application.
January 10 1917 probate notice from Bristol Mass stating Thomas B Lavey petitions to remove James F Lavey as administrator with will annexed for John Lavey deceased. Court sets Feb 5 1917 10 30 AM for hearing and orders fourteen days of notice in Bristol Phenix. Probate Clerk John M Cogshell.
January 10 1917 notice from John M Coggeshall Probate Clerk in Bristol Rhode Island that estate of William S Munro of Brooklyn Kings County NY has a will probated and copies requested for record in Rhode Island with publication for fourteen days in the Bristol Phenix and a February 5 1917 hearing set at 1030 AM Property in Bristol Rhode Island and Kings County NY referenced.
The Bristol Tax Collector announces a public auction in the Burnside Memorial Building on Saturday January 17 1917 at two o clock for parcels of real estate with unpaid taxes. Listings include Bay View Heights Lot 92, Lot 44 Bristol Terrace and Ten Lots Bay View Heights, with amounts due from 1910 through 1918 to various owners. Zebedee Paull William Sheldon Katherine Allen and Henry H Tilley are named with tax amounts for years shown.
An advertisement from New Jersey touts Vinol as a cure for weak lungs and chronic coughs. It features a testimonial of a user who improves after taking Vinol and claims restored health and energy.
A friend recounts a father joking about a Sunday school teacher saying all hairs on our heads are numbered. The father replies that his son Warton's head numbers don’t match, highlighting a playful exchange about figures and counting.
A short tip notes that rain spotted fabric can be refreshed by laying it over an ironing board and steaming. Place a damp cloth over the garment and iron to restore smoothness.
A Washington Star column frames optimism through a father's explanation. A small boy asks what an optimist is and the father says an optimist is a man who works so hard at being cheerful that others pity his overwork.
December 29 1916 Probate Court of Bristol hears final account of Guardian Joseph F Farrally for Rogers Scott Farrally estate. The matter is received and referred to January 15 1917 at 10 30 for consideration with notice to be posted for fourteen days in the Bristol Phenix.
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