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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Jul 01, 1893

Page

4

Nothing to Feed On and Odd Quips From Life

A collage of light humor and brief dialogues from period papers. Jokes about brain fever and trivial mischief sit alongside quips about parrot swearing and neat housekeeping with a hint of newspaper cartoon style. Local gags include Cobble's move and a judge remark on salary proximity.

The Grand Lottery and Marriage as Lottery Parody

A humorous dialogue hints marriage as a lottery with lines about drawing a blank and the altar. Mr Norris jokes that the greatest prize is being unable to escape it, while Mrs Norris and other speakers react with coy banter and cautious indignation. The exchange is styled as toasts or witticisms from Vogue and Boston Globe excerpts.

ORK Cmnoy America True & CO Augusta Mr. Norris Mrs. Norris Vogue

Quirky Quotations and Humor Vignettes From 19th Century Papers

A collage of short humor lines and dialogues from journals like Ram's Horn Harper's Young People Truth Chicago Record illustrating domestic life manners and witty exchanges. It collects quips about newspapers dogs pie manners suitors and babies, reflecting period tone and social mores.

Modern Marriage and Tips Across Continents

A compact satire citing jokes from Detroit Free Press and Cloak Review. The piece contrasts American humor with European practices and critiques gratuities in hotels and restaurants. It notes European tipping norms, U S expectations, and the uneven service tied to tipping.

Detroit Free Press Paris Europe America

It Was THE Crock Lovers Tale at Eleven P.M.

A Detroit Free Press excerpt describes a night scene at eleven o’clock with a young man visiting a girl. The clock prompts suspense as the man reacts to time and a mysterious moment, closing the door after a tense exchange.

Detroit Free Press

Tur would is full of people who pray with a loud voice

Faithful crowds gather as prayers rise for world conversion and charitable giving described as a collective effort. The scene centers on public worship and a communal hope for divine intervention.

Benson Teimion Bristol Conservato Ian Salwar Gop TotcOnte Mount Hope RB Odaon

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