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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1894
Page
4
The Milford Tidings editor proposes a novel coupon: with 16 cents in cash readers can buy one pound of beefsteak. Meanwhile New England endures drought while the Pacific coast basks in wet weather signaling the largest grain harvest in that region this fall.
The trim Wall River from Iner Plymouth ran aground on Spindle Rock in Newport harbor during dense fog Monday evening last week. It was floated Sunday morning and shows little damage, its outer shell punctured by the rocky bed where it rested.
Focus on fruit trees during June and July. Destroy caterpillars at first appearance to prevent lasting damage. Although fruit may be scarce this year, neglect could endanger next year's crop.
The article lists Yale annual costs from 961 dollars for freshmen to 1255 dollars for juniors with a high of 4000 and a low of 135. about half the class lived on 600 dollars a year, implying some extravagance kept averages high. It notes Grange growth and new reorganizations totaling 80 and 28 respectively for year ending 1893, with 80 new groups and 45 reorganizations in first five months of the current year. mentions Fourth of July preparations and reflections on boyhood. It recalls the assassination of M Carnot, praising his leadership and noting anarchist danger in France and globally.
Nearly forty thousand women cyclists exist in the United States with New England and New York leading the count. The sport is expanding in the west and is expected to reach the East, while fashion hints at a return of earrings as a social trend.
Mrs Coleman Stuckert proposes a Chicago inspired system of model homes to cut housekeeping costs. A central two story building houses kitchen laundry and heating with telephones and a dining hall. 44 homes surround it with shared services and staff paid by residents. She claims costs fall to about two dollars per person per week.
William Payne Lord governor elect of Oregon was born in Kent County Delaware about 55 years ago. He studied law in Dover and Wilmington served in the First Delaware Cavalry rising to major. He later practiced in Salem Oregon with Napoleon Knight and married Juliet Montague of Baltimore. He is now chief justice and will take office January 14 1805 with a 1500 salary.
The Christian Endeavor annual convention will convene in Cleveland July 11 through 15 with 15 Cleveland churches hosting simultaneous meetings. Notable speakers include Rev. George Dana Boardman and Bishop Samuel Fallows. welcomes will be given by Governor McKinley and Rev. J. Z. Tyler. Delegates arrive by train and boat, with state HQs and badges issued. rates average about 1.50 per day for board and lodging. The piece outlines the movement’s growth since 1881 and its global reach led by Francis E. Clark, John Willis Baer, and William Shaw.
This week we replenish our silk and dress goods with new black silks at prices far lower than earlier in the season. Combined with annual reductions, we offer a remarkable lot of fabrics at astonishing figures, claiming no town stock matches these novelties for such value.
A selection of Dotted Swiss Walking Skirts offered in organdies and summer muslins at a striking price of 3.37. Also featured are Swiss Muslin Skirts with a double ruffle, tailored for fuller dress styles.
A new line of fancy wool armores debuts at 39 cents, featuring handsome, modish designs suited for street wear. The launch emphasizes current fashion, offering affordable style.
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