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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1924
Page
4
The piece notes Gotham as a Nottinghamshire town whose people were mocked as simple and short sighted, called "the wise men of Gotham." It adds Washington Irving's Salmagundi usage that applies the name Goth am to New York, satirizing local shortsightedness.
The notice describes a settlement logic involving protection of loved ones from danger and mentions trust officers. It notes the need for a secure future, the possibility of erecting a safeguard, and references an obligation or vacancy. The text centers on protection and a prospective formal action.
The defense lawyer blocks hearsay testimony during cross examination of a female witness in Curryvale. He insists on first hand knowledge and presses about her birth date after she repeatedly cites what she has heard.
The Detroit News notes De Guiges cited a 5th century Chinese priest report of Fu sang a country likely northwest America. Archie Bell mentions Vancouver Island legends linking Indians to Chinese and Japanese, suggesting early Chinese visits, possibly by storms or exploration.
The article explains how steam behavior near the critical point affects calculations of temperature and pressure in boilers. It notes a shift toward higher pressures in modern practice and mentions the distinction between pure steam as a thermal substance and practical mixtures, with engineers studying these near critical conditions.
A church member discovers a secret connection with a new acquaintance. The plot thickens when a card is slipped to reveal a covert meeting at a parsonage. The woman returns home and questions arise about whether the minister should be informed.
A father reveals surprise that his daughter will wed a chosen suitor, noting the proposal only finally progressed after a lengthy, slow buildup. The dialogue captures a cautious, humorous tension as plans advance.
An old Trishwoman mails a parcel to her son Pat including a note joking she cut the bottom off to save weight. She adds you will find them in the top pocket. The anecdote highlights a humorous family exchange.
W H Hudson writes from Hampshire Days pondering the cicada of England, the New Forest insect Cicada anglica. He recalls the rarity of finding it singing in trees and doubts its song, noting a stridulating mantis would be a slower sound but none is present. He the sound he heard was distinct though brief and left him unsure if the cicada truly sings.
The Hoodoo region near Miller creek at Yellowstone's east boundary displays striking erosion and wind sculpting of rock. Discovered by miners in 1870 and reported by Del Norris in 1880, it features eroded hoodoo monuments 50 to 200 or more feet tall with tunnels in snow and ice fields where Righorn sheep hide, wind-driven chants echoing legends.
In a social club dance, Norman ends his season by declining to dance with Mrs Curtis after she rejects his dig at fat women and poor dancing. He comments on Miss Rednzers and Miss Stender, prompting embarrassment and a blunt confession about his tastes.
A fragmentary report notes a living fossil from the carboniferous era, one of ten surviving plant genera, with roots in ancient forests and earlier giants now limited to stumps and early heights. The piece links fossil plants to modern industry amid ongoing federal investigations.
A titanotheriid has arrived from Asia, and scientists clarified that this creature belongs to the perissodactyl group. The Plain Dealer presents the explanation of its zoological classification and implications.
A corridor dialogue contrasts routes to Buffalo and Syracuse with passengers debating which line best serves eastbound points. An economist notes efficiency and consumer preference shaping rail choices.
The Bristol Yacht Club announced the trial race drawings to be held Tuesday with seven crews entered from Bristol Jamestown Edgewood and Rhode Island Yacht Clubs. Bristol entries include girls Mary Jordan Katherine Wilson and Alice Deveaux and the team of Astace Chapman captain Robert Chapman Frank Steele Bokie Chesebrough Harold Payson and Perry Payson.
Dancing resumes at the Bristol Casino with the seven piece Musa Isle Orchestra playing popular pieces. The venue draws crowds each evening with orchestral piano music and refreshments. Tomorrow night several out of town parties plan to attend as special music is performed by the ensemble.
Commandant Mrs Susan M. Sheple extends a public invitation to witness a flag drill by the Flag Team of Arnold's Woman's Relief Corps of Providence on the Home lawn tomorrow evening at 7 o'clock.
The Augustan age marked a brilliant era for Rome and Latin literature named after Emperor Augustus who supported writers like Horace Ovid and Virgil. In England a later term covers a period of literary activity tied to Steele Addison and Swift while France recalls Louis XIV.
Knots form when dead branches are overgrown by living wood. As trees shed branches through decay, frees them from knots and allows clear lumber to be produced.
Scientists in recent interviews discuss glowworm light possibly containing X ray like properties. A Japanese researcher tested 300 worms and observed filtered rays resembling emissions from radioactive minerals.
Estate of Mary W F Howe with executors Alfred G B Steele and Louis B Kirk seeks letters testamentary. Will proved in Philadelphia with Rhode Island and Bristol assets. court orders notice published for fourteen days in Bristol Phoenix beginning next week.
In Bristol on July 7 1924 Alice M Coggeshall and William L Coggeshall widow and son of Josiah Everett Coggeshall request a court allowance from his estate for the family’s support. The matter is referred to August 4 1924 at 10 30 AM in the Probate Court Bristol for consideration with notice to be published weekly for fourteen days in the Bristol Phoenix.
Gardner, Administratrix of Annie W Fitch late of Bristol deceased, presents her first and final account and petitions for distribution to heirs at law. Hearing set for August 4, 1924 at 10:30 AM in Bristol Probate Court. Notice to be published weekly for fourteen days. John W Church, Probate Clerk.
Annie Elizabeth Wardwell executrix presents the final account of Edward Allen Blake deceased for allowance. The sale of real estate is credited through August 4 1924 at 9 30 am in the VC Probate Court Room Bristol. Notice ordered to be published weekly for fourteen days in the Bristol Phoenix.
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