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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Jul 30, 1881

Page

4

Humorous Old Fashioned Anecdotes Spotted in Conversation

A series of brief, humorous vignettes and quips shared by guests and correspondents. The tales include a sermon warning about a talkative woman, rustic eye jokes, German opera curiosity, oleomargarine etymology, a San Francisco bathing anecdote with chickens, country life reflections, and a country boy informing visitors that Mrs is not at home with a straight face.

The Pistol Swap and a Young Printer’s Lesson

An Irishman driven by money fears robs a traveler of his pistol and money, only to be tricked into keeping the pistol when the traveler demands the money back. A boy with a printing press prints a warning card that leads to a comic misadventure where he ends up trading his press for a yellow dog and a popgun.

Berlin Pat Patrick Oil City Pearl Avenue Gould John G

NeEICHBORS Hens Revenge Ends In Hen Mounted Vexation

Ragbag and neighbor Gallagher feud over hens. Gallagher encases hens in taxidermy so their heads move with wind. Ragbag waits to shoot the hens in his garden, neglecting work while Gallagher laughs at the plan. Revenge is sweet to the troublemakers.

Neeichbors Ragbag Mr. Gallagher Gallagher True & Co Augusta Maine

Favorite Remedy Syrup Promoted As Blood Purifier

An 19th century notice warns against tonics and bitters containing rum and spirits that ruin lives. It praises Sr Kennedy's Favorite Remedy syrup as alcohol free and suitable for all ages to purify blood regulate liver kidneys or bowels and restore strength. Sold by druggists for $1.00 a bottle.

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