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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1894
Page
5
A reader wonders which side leads in the Brazilian quarrel while a humorous aside compares egg testing by float test to judgment. The exchange underscores confusion and misperception in public opinion.
A dialogue expresses a doctor diagnosing mental strain from worry and a business man seeking advice. The doctor prescribes a change of scene, with a remark about preferring a country with no ex tradition treaty, as reported in Tit-Bits.
A harsh opinion piece mocks a man as a thick headed bore who provokes spleen by laughing at stories and jokes. The remarks express disdain for his foolish arrogance and callous attitude toward humor.
A humorous exchange questions if Mr. de Smith can support a family while avoiding marriage into his wife's kin. The dialogue reveals caution about marrying into the spouse’s extended family and hints at prudent parenting concerns.
Maud remarks on Miss Skinner being old enough to spark talk about her youth. The sly banter hints at community gossip while a playful tone remains.
Satirical verse notes men chase display while women urged to economize as wallets shrink, reflecting a local sentiment on thrift and gender roles in the economy.
A survey of famous civil and European duels, from Marmaduke versus Walker in Arkansas 1863 to Jean Louis's thirteen-sword duel victories in Madrid. It recounts dueling as a wartime and regimental feud across history, noting later military bans and severe penalties in the US and Britain.
In a Youth's Companion recount, Mme de Krudener's influence on Emperor Alexander is shown through a humbling moment. While crossing her hotel anteroom he questions his order, then apologizes to his valet Joseph and asks for forgiveness, returning to the salon with relief.
The piece traces Dubuque's 1796 settlement by the Frenchman and notes Burlington as Iowa's first English settlement in 1882. It recounts 1829 attempts by J L Langworthy to work Dubuque mines, a 1880 return with companions, and the June 1880 establishment of the first white-led independent civil government in Iowa.
Those seeking a fragrant potted plant for dim rooms should try the tobacco plant. It does not open petals well in indirect light, is easy to care for, blooms freely, and its root can last several years with seasons of rest.
A Turf Field and Farm column urges humane handling and patient training of horses. It stresses small dosing of instruction, warmth after exercise, and friendship with the animal. It warns against overstocking, poor feeding, and cynicism about driving for speed and beauty.
Amid conflicting reports from Boston to Washington the press questions if Gladstone will resign. Lodgings of rumor link to a Mediterranean rest and winter politics, while editors warn of potential political turmoil should he delay again.
A compilation of editorials praising Admiral Benham’s actions in the Rio de Janeiro area. The pieces argue the United States can defend its flag without bloodshed, commend his decisive conduct, and highlight the support among American and international maritime interests.
A brief survey of railroad life notes the trolley foot, the Canadian Pacific from Quebec to the Pacific, and the energy of trains at 75 mph being near twice a 2000 pound shot. It cites Texas main track mileage 9068 miles and debates cab-seating for engineers. It also highlights the Congo river railway tariffs at 10 dollars for a through trip.
A survey of prominent women and affiliations across the United States and Europe. Highlights include Mrs J G Paine and her horse care, Senator Palmer’s wife dining in the senate, Mrs Andrew Carnegie’s charitable concerts, Miss Blanch Martin's reform attire, Mrs Potter Palmer’s embroidery collection, Mrs Stewart in Glasgow, Miss Alee Cooke’s historic teaching appointment, Dr Mary B Glenton named missionary to Alaska, and Annie D Hallock honored for lifesaving feats. Also noted are Mme de Matos in the Brazilian revolution and the Colfax widow’s financial vulnerability, with social figures like Mrs Jennie Heck promoting relief efforts for Mrs Colfax.
The piece previews a broad season for dresses and accessories with shades from black to deep blue, bengs and French cashmere, laces in white and butter, satin evening wear, rhinestone trims, and tailored shirts. It notes basque bodices, corsage lines, and various net fabrics in new Bourbon and Chantilly edgings, plus affordable street gowns using Persian crepe mixes.
Practical home care tips on preserving dried fruit with sassafras bark storing potatoes in barrels shelving vegetables in a cool airy cellar verifying ham quality by a clean bone and sweet scent fumigating trunks with borax and benzine airing clothes with a seven pound iron washing lawn with bran decoction and no soap secrets for cleanliness and long storage.
A collection of miscellaneous claims and trivia noting fear causing erysipelas, earth area estimates, counts of dukes in England, Scotland, and Ireland, English phonemes, patent fees, cheese consumption by a group called the Dance, regional petroleum price, wool to cloth yield, American penmen ranking, and German zinc ore sources.
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