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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1930
Page
4
A reader shares simple driving tips to parallel park efficiently. The guide covers positioning the car ahead of the curb, reversing with turning the wheel, and avoiding contact with the curb or other vehicles. It also notes driving tips on gasoline, oil, and lubrication from earlier installments.
The piece traces two colored hose trends from the 14th to 16th centuries. It notes Chaucer’s scorn for the fashion and describes two tone hose as a medieval vanity. It also mentions high quality long hose and velvet pairs ordered by Henry III and gifts to Edward VI, highlighting shift to knitted silk stockings in Britain.
The daughter of the house arrives home sad after John delays a proposal. She notes he sent a large box of monogrammed stationery enough to last six months, signaling no rush to propose.
A fragmented text notes a petition and authority to purchase and references to Waship Grant and Lincoln. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR, but the piece mentions eight allowances and a requirement to come to an arrangement. The context suggests a local civic or legal notice about property or grants.
A burglary at the Brothers grocery on Wood and State Streets last night saw cigarettes stolen after a State Street entrance was forced by breaking a glass pane. Police are investigating, suspecting youth involvement.
The final meeting of the Fourth of July Committee will be held Thursday in the hall of the Hydraulion Engine and Hose Company.
In Woman's Home Companion Frederic Van de Water argues boys become fathers to their dads when parents imitate virtue. The writer notes his own shifts to virtue as months pass, folding napkins, courtesy on calls, punctual dress, and tidying, hoping his son learns from example even as the son ages toward maturity.
Home economist Josephine B Gibson outlines affordable, savory meat recipes to brighten winter favorites. Dishes include Stuffed Ham Roll Porcupine Beef Balls Creole Pork Bake Corn in Beef Hash and a cheese crumb crust bake. Each uses pantry sauces and vegetables to elevate cheaper cuts.
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