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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1928
Page
4
The article discusses Hawaiian soil origin and its impact on crops, focusing on Lanai where red volcanic soil supports pineapple farming. It notes iron in soil, windbreaks for goats, and rows of pineapples, plus recipes using pineapple and a pineapple ginger ice dessert.
A satirical line from Dullags News questions why a married man should stay home amid rising burglaries of vacant houses, reflecting concerns about residential security. The piece cites Unequal Distributo71 and London Daily Express quips on social behavior and hobbies.
A Louisville Courier Journal report recalls Swede W. T. Unge credited with inventing the depth bomb. The 1908 note from Toofus remarks on fishing yarns about catching in ft, reflecting era reportage on military tech and popular lore.
February events listed include dinners at First Baptist Church vestry by G. G. Group, Musidal Recital at Colt Memorial High School for Bristol Community, Spaghetti Supper by American Legion Auxiliary Unit 6, Chicken Salad Supper by Eqworth League, Second Annual Ladies Minstrels by Hope Circle 70, Turkey Supper by United Brothers and Rebekah Lodges, Radioletta at Memorial Chapel by Congregational Club, Turkey Supper by Mount Hope OES, Food and Candy Sale and Bridge Whist at Doric Club Rooms, Colonial Review at Guiteras School by Company C Colonial BTA.
A historical overview of the Reign of Terror in France from March 1788 to July 1704, noting the revolutionary tribunal and the overthrow of Robespierre and his associates. The period saw executions largely among the aristocracy as the regime consolidated power.
In this town on January 28 Phoebe De Costa widow of Manuel De Costa aged 73. On January 29 Mars August Farria widow of Joseph Farria aged 66. Local notices record their passing.
In loving memory of a devoted mother and wife Ellen Smith Wright who passed away February 1, 1922. Our thoughts and footsteps draw us near to the place of rest. Time passes but memories stay, cherished by her daughter and husband who remain.
Jimson Skupper frets over a stubborn clock in a Providence Journal scene. He wipes, pries, and oils the device then hurls it into a fireplace, hoping to spark life. The clock then resumes ticking in its own quiet way.
An article notes the Senate keeps historic items in use such as a gavel from an elephant's tusk and sand sifters kept at desks to dry ink. It references John Adams and the Continental Congress, detailing traditional objects still seen in Washington.
A Pathfinder Magazine correspondent reports that about 16 million dollars yearly flow to the dead via ghost money. Paper taels and tin foil shoes are produced in Shaoxing, where thousands are employed. burning the money is a ritual and an economic activity for the living who collect ashes to recycle tin for new notes.
Pathfinder Magazine explains that Holland derives from old Batave land names meaning woodland The text traces the term from TaBatav language Tlolt and Dutch Hout to describe a forested delta region along the North Sea It notes medieval divisions and misattribution of the term Dutch by England and Germans calling themselves Deutscher or Deutschland
Historians dispute which peaks form Mount Sinai and Mount Horeb in the Old Testament. Some place Sinai on Jebel Musa and Horeb on Jebel al Mir in the Sinai peninsula between Suez and Akaba. Others argue both names refer to the same mountain.
The text explains that a Doctor of Laws is the oldest and most valued university degree, conferred to eminent practitioners after long study and original work. It notes that LLD is sometimes honorary and that other degrees and practices vary by university, with mentions of open completion of requirements and third degrees alongside PhD and other doctorates.
A resident on noon street disrupted road repairs by shouting at workers over a pile of debris. The argument escalated as he asked where the debris would be removed and made a joke about heaven, reflecting local tensions during the disruption.
A presidential decree corrects the published population of France from 40 745 801 to 40 745 874 after an error in the census notes for Honnecourt near Cambrai was discovered. The interior minister and president signed the correction.
A young Inglish iman seeks furs from the In Man using awe some glass beads. After failures Toofus the Fort Mink philosopher says traders now seek beadwork to trim tourists, warning of losses in modern times beyond Captain Marryat era.
A report to the American Isogenics society cites Dr Charles W Burr warning that unbridled self expression in children risks trouble. The Hygelu Magazine notes eugenicists oppose the view urging mastery of emotions such as rage fear love and fate for racial improvement.
A famous Russian dancer and skilled musician attended a reception and listened to a bold pianoforte performance without flinching. When asked about the young lady's playing he diplomatically replied that she has a very firm tread.
A factory ships 200 pounds of imburger cheese in a rough oblong box and marks it as a corpse. At the first stop the worker inspects the baggage car, stands by the box in a mournful pose, and explains the box contains his brother. The baggage man offers grim sympathy noting the box is dead, all right.
A young woman and her fiancé visit a fearsome aunt who speaks her mind. As they depart the aunt bluntly declares she would rather have the fiancé for lunch than for life, highlighting sharp wit in a domestic moment.
An excerpt extols prudent focus on food work housing and credit to protect a man's reputation in his community. It argues steady self attention fortifies character and readiness to meet higher obligations as discussed in I W Howe's Monthly.
A Washington Star quip portrays Uncle Eben as a lively talker who can prompt you to realize thoughts you did not intend to consider while he sells you on a suggested idea. The remark captures storytelling humor and social wit.
The sailing ship Dreadnought reportedly made the fastest Atlantic crossing in 12 days in 1859, according to Liberty.
Paris city green space Lone Oak Park holds over 100000 trees yet contains only a single oak tree. Among the most common species are platangs chestnuts elms and maples.
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