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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1922
Page
3
The English form derives from a French proverb about candlelit games. It notes that when effort or stakes are low the prize isn’t worth candlelight and labor, a sentiment echoed by George Herbert in his writings.
An American in Paris discovers large front door keys and medieval style locks. Landlords show a hefty key about a foot long and a pound in weight, while porters and aged locks keep the door secured.
The article notes that even after a 1912 law claiming to free girls in China, most remained in bondage. It suggests many were willing slaves who would lose livelihoods if freed, while open sale of women and girls continued for marriages concubinage servant roles or prostitution.
The message urges brothers to avoid showing pride gloom or pious airs and to display joy in faith with laughter and cheerful fellowship as a guiding principle attributed to St Francis of Assisi.
The unwritten law of hospitality binds hosts to respect guests and refrain from gossip about those who visit. Recounting peculiarities or faults of neighbors degrades the host’s honor, especially when the information stems from visitors.
The article argues that realism feeds romance and romance fuels realism, asserting great works borrow from the opposite school. It claims Shakespeare uniquely blends real people with enduring romantic portraits, highlighting his unparalleled character gallery.
In Uganda during a meningitis outbreak Dr J A Y Taylor used two to three drops of a tincture of iodine mixed with honey on the tongue every three hours to prevent influenza. He reports no flu cases among Europeans in daily contact with sufferers, noting iodine use and isolation.
A reader suggests making a swab from flexible electric light cord to apply a zinc muriatic acid solution to work. The method involves dissolving zinc in muriatic acid and diluting with a small amount of water for use while soldering steel.
Astronomers define satellites as bodies revolving around planets and sometimes call them secondary planets. Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune each host satellites. Most move directly from west to east except Jupiter’s Phoebe and Saturn’s ninth moon, plus those of Uranus and Neptune. The major satellite motions align with lunar theory.
For foreign particles in the eye do not rub. Keep it closed and let tears wash the substance to the corner. Do not use a handkerchief. First try to remove with a sanitary gauze. Viewing the nose sometimes helps. If on the lid pull up the lid and wipe with a toothpick wrapped in absorbent cotton. Let a few drops of sweet oil or castor oil fall into the eye. Close eyelids and apply a clean bandage for a few hours.
An old time mariner notes sailors prize books on voyages and keep Bibles and Shakespeare aboard. He observes ships often have no forecastle without such volumes and sailors read them with unusual dedication, more than ashore students.
The passage discusses how vegetation could influence a planet's appearance from space. It suggests Mars might show red hues due to red vegetation, while Earth would reflect green light, evidenced by a greenish tint on the Moon when the Moon is near Earth.
The shortage of zoology specimens leads to large game reserves in Africa managed by experts. Animals are gradually tamed through feeding grounds and water, with attendants approaching enclosures to accustom them to humans. Once accustomed, beasts are moved to smaller paddocks for behavioral observation and selection of healthy zoo specimens.
The article explains No Man's Land as a Texas region 170 miles by 35 miles ceded to the United States in 1850 and tied to Oklahoma in 1889, a period with no government and outlaw activity. It also notes a Delaware Pennsylvania strip where residents dispute state citizenship and duties between Delaware and Pennsylvania.
A Down East farmer urges youths to mind their work and keep their head up. He emphasizes returning from every task with head held high, saying pride comes from living with integrity and self respect across all ages and endeavors.
The article recalls Mormon pioneers who helped desert areas bloom despite hardships. It notes earlier Southwest peoples, and that Mormons landed in San Francisco and Brooklyn in 1846 and founded San Bernardino in 1851. They purchased 27 square miles of the Lugo ranch for 77 500 dollars in deferred payments.
A brief note suggests birds that eat insects generally avoid butterflies. The commentary implies butterflies survive common avian predators more often than other insect prey.
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