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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1924
Page
3
The article notes that the first ten amendments to the U S Constitution became effective June 15 1700 and are known as the American bill of rights It highlights freedom of speech and religion and the right of peaceable assembly in the first amendment and the right to a jury trial in later articles.
A Washington housewife sought a general houseworker. Eleven applicants answered, each pledging to start next morning, but none of them showed up.
Camels are noted as the only domestic animals unable to trace their lineage to any wild species.
A bright channel buoy vanished two years ago off the port of Huenos Arrea Argentina and has been found on Australia’s west coast. Currents carried it across the Bowsh Atlantic and Indian oceans, nearly halfway around the world.
Vienna, Austria, the capital, shows very little dirt or slum areas. It has one-quarter of New York’s population spread over four times the city area.
A fragmented report notes that women were entirely barred from attending the Olympic games in ancient Greece and were not allowed to cross the Alpheus river during the events.
The Ivy Guild outlines ongoing parish activities totaling pledges to the Children’s Home St. Andrew’s Industrial School and other causes. A September supper raised 339.21, outings included Prudence Island to Newport, and 223 bouquets plus eight baskets were sent by the Flower Mission. The report honors late vice president Mrs. Hanson and lists receipts and disbursements for the year ending May 1, 1924 with balances, gifts, and continued parish support.
The brief item marks the end of the oil can and grease gun era, signaling a shift in maintenance tools and practices. It notes a transition point for workers and shops relying on traditional lubrication methods.
The Metropolitan Life Insurance Company distributes a million and a half fly swatters as part of a health campaign. The notice urges swift action against flies to curb disease and protect milk and food, framing the campaign as a patriotic effort with public health backing.
Probate court in Bristol hears final account of Harriet D Waldron estate with sale of real estate and publication order. Also petition for Henry W Hayes estate support allowance referenced with notice to be published for fourteen days in Bristol Phoenix. Names include George H Manchester executor and Rhode Island Hospital Trust Company administrator.
Researchers at the University of California conduct experiments to learn why women wear bright colors and whether choices aim to please themselves or men friends.
New Mexico contains six national forests totaling about 9.5 million acres in combined area.
Administration notice for the estate of Ellen L Galvin of Bristol Town records admission to probate of the will and the executrix bond filing starting June 6 1924, invites all claimants to file with the Bristol court clerk.
Probate Court of Bristol appoints administrator for Josiah Everett Coggeshall late of Bristol deceased and bonds to be filed. Creditors urged to present claims by June 6. Clerk John W. Church signs the notice. June 3, 1924. ESTATE OF JOHN J MANDELL
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