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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1909
Page
4
Terms used in science often misname the products they describe. Oil misapplies to hydrocarbons and other oily substances. copperas is iron sulfate. sugar of lead is not sugar. cream of tartar and milk of lime mislead about their origins. German silver contains no silver, and black lead is graphite. As popular science grows, older vague terms give way to precise nomenclature.
The piece recalls how Mississippi's Private John Allen used humor to win the congressional nomination against Confederate General Tucker. Allen pitched a clever slogan contrasting privates and generals, claiming both sides had stood watch, which resonated with voters and sent him to Congress for a period of notable renown.
A Chicago geographer recalls how explorers like Peary prepared for expeditions by receiving odd parcels from cranks. Peary once anticipated a crucial express package and found a keg labeled to be opened at the farthest north. It contained axle grease for the pole.
In an address at Vienna, Professor Karl Van Noorden, a leading European medical expert, denounced wives who overfeed their husbands. He said many men gain weight after marriage because wives serve their favorite dishes on every possible occasion.
A Cleveland Leader quip has a west side mother asking her son to go to bed. He replies he can be induced to stay up an hour longer. The exchange ends with the boy's prompt request as the solution.
The New York Press notes Hewitt_Gruet cannot spell his own name, contrasting it with Jewett who claims he understands it. The piece cites a man showing another how to mark a cross on an Australian ballot, implying forgery of a signature.
Hortense reports to Mrs De Millyans to reach Mr De Millyans about Fido. Carlo expresses a desire to bark the suggestion via telephone. Washington Herald records a light genteel note on pet etiquette and social routines.
The saying implies if one fails to plant productive thoughts a person will cultivate troublesome ideas. It presents a caution that inaction or poor judgment leads to undesirable outcomes. The proverb uses agrarian imagery to convey moral instruction about mental discipline and choice.
A young man Enathius learns eloquence from Protagoras and borrows until he pays one half upfront and the rest on winning a case. Protagoras sues, arguing payment regardless of outcome. The student claims payment only if he loses, citing the bargain. Judges pause the case, sending it to a day that never comes.
Dr. George M. Gould notes animals show no inherent right side preference while humans display widespread right handedness and right eyedness tied to ancient military use. The left side protected as the shield side and the right hand as the fighting hand influenced early counting and the decimal system, shaping drill and combat from Greece to America.
In a Kansas City Newsbook tale, Mr Scoberbs explains he bought a watchdog to guard his wife from tramps. That night a tough-looking loafer sat on their porch, explaining the lady gave him 50 cents to stay away and distract the dog.
A Scotsman seeks a quick answer to a marriage proposal and endures a day at the telegraph office before receiving a yes. The operator warns him to think twice, but the Scot jokes that the girl who keeps him waiting is the one for him.
London News notes that in Henry VIII's era a volunteer force existed in England and the Honorable Artillery Company served as a center of instruction for city trained bands during Cromwell. It connects to the Mayflower era, noting that in 1638 the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts was formed.
A brief exchange weighs the idea of marriage as a safe match. The man questions marrying a nice girl while the woman warns no girl is ever safe, and hints the choice depends on knowing when to stop. The line captures social caution and ironic humor.
A humorous exchange from the Philadelphia Press between a romantic youth and a practical fellow. The youth quotes music as food for love while the other asserts a taste for costly dishes like lobster salad and terrapin.
In a tense courtroom exchange a judge asks a distressed woman if her husband will live as the physician replies that survival is precarious. The blunt wit and fatal tone underscore the gravity of the medical crisis and legal anxiety surrounding the case.
Secretary John J. Dann of the State Board of Agriculture has arranged a Farmers Institute in Providence at Prescott Post Hall on February 10 and 11. The first in the city, it promises to be a major state event with Governor Pothier expected at the opening. Speakers include A E Stone, H J Wheeler, G O Levey, H C Daniels, H E Manchester, J Lewis Ellsworth, D K Lambert, E H Forbus h, and Sayles B Steere, covering pests, soil, dairy feeding, milk handling, poultry, native birds, and stock yard scenes. General discussions follow each address with question boxes. motion pictures may be shown.
A February Woman's Home Companion article promotes a cleaning fluid claiming it cleans fabrics and disinfection, warning of injurious ingredients. The formula includes sulfuric ether, alcohol, chloroform, and oil of cloves in one quart gasoline, with notes on usage, safety, and reusability for clothing and ostrich plumes.
RANDIS B. LIVSEY of Clarkson Maryland writes from a Baltimore American excerpt criticizing wealth gifts to education as aiding socialism. He argues high and public schools expand state control and welfare, highlighting Rockefeller funded Chicago University as socialist. He claims millionaires fund schools while opposing socialism, ending with his personal stance.
The Defiance Hose Company fair at Bristol Train of Artillery Hall on State street drew large crowds opening night with Hydraulion Engine No. 1 Burnside Lodge 84 K of P and Warren Train of Artillery as guests. Upcoming nights will feature Rough & Ready Hose No. 6 from Warren Rumford Fire from Rumford Sowamsett Club Warren Dreadnaught Hook Ladder Hose Bristol Marine Band and Uniform Rank K of P with Lavey's orchestra providing music. Prizes abound as the youngest town fire company hosts its first fair and seeks generous patronage.
Joseph Bosrick of Warren appeared before Judge O L Bosworth yesterday morning charged with carrying a razor. He pleaded not guilty and the case was continued to the Warren session on Thursday with bail set at 100 dollars. Several other cases were continued a week. The Turner case against the state treasurer was withdrawn from district court and will proceed in Superior Court in Providence.
A Minneapolis reader credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with curing her female troubles after a three month course. The testimonial urges public sharing to show the product's benefits and notes confidential, free advice from Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts for twenty years.
Burton J. Hendrick reports on Dr. Alexis Carrel at the Rockefeller Institute showing kidney transplants between animals and leg grafts between dogs. The article notes aims to treat chronic organ failures by replacing sick organs with healthy ones and links recent progress to broader surgical ideas.
This notice promises a free 750 bottle of Uric-O rheumatism remedy to any reader who sends name address and their druggist’s name to Smith Drug Co at 232 Smith Bldg Syracuse NY. It urges trying the pill add on 250 package Uya-Lax Pills and notes Uric-O costs 75c to 1.00 per bottle, sold nationwide and recommended by J. H. Young & Co.
The article recalls the August 1906 land filing for a Colt Memorial High School site in Bristol, noting foundation work, corner stone ceremonies led by the Grand Lodge of Masons, and speeches by Gov Utter and university leaders. Samuel P. Colt donates land and a marble, fireproof building, with the town to maintain a free public school, and a 1969 deed reinforces the gift. The piece lauds Col Colt’s philanthropy and calls for Electors to accept the memorial gift for advancing local education.
Advertised letters listed include George EB Polldok John D Brown J ON Christensen Miss Bronson and Foreign Franco Terreira.
An old advertisement urges keeping Liver Oil with Hypophosphites at home. It claims cures for cold throat and lung issues, strengthens delicate children, and builds strength in emaciated parents. Readers are asked to send four cents for a Handy Atlas and to include the paper name. SCOTT & BOWNE, 409 Pearl St., New York.
The Sleeping Sentinel refused promotion, dying in March 1862 near Yorktown after a fierce river crossing. Wounded comrades bore him to safety, and as he lay dying he thanked Lincoln for kindness at Chain Bridge. He spoke of duty and dying a soldier, not a coward, to the end.
A Bristol resident recounts relief from kidney trouble using Doan's Kidney Pills. Mrs. DeWitt E. Bolster reports backaches and urine irregularities ceased after using the remedy from J. H. Young and Co. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo is sole U S agents. Remember the name Doan's.
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