Wealth happiness debated by millionaires and public
The article cites the Woonsocket Patriot arguing wealth does not guarantee happiness, noting ancient wisdom and modern contrasts between rich and poor. It highlights regret of the affluent, the appeal of simplicity, and the illusion of material fulfillment amid social envy. It also advertises the Easel Monument Association’s sale of J W Carnahan’s G A R Hey with reduced prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Woonsocket Patriot
Pericles
Orasus
Diogenes
Dante
Florence
Armour
Chicago
Lota
Pullman and
Mackay
Corbin
P.poor
Sam Poor
Mrs Greenhalge Leads Two Committees for Atlanta Exhibit
Mrs Frederic T Greenhalge wife of Massachusetts Governor heads two committees forming an exhibit of historical portraits and relics to send to the Atlanta Exposition. The Newport News item notes Rhode Island also has rich portraits and relics and could contribute if a Rhode Island woman takes up the project in the style of Mrs Greenhalge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederic T. Greenhalge
Massachusetts
Rhode Island
Greenhalge
Newport News
Advice to Wheelmen: Don’t Take General Guidance on Country Roads
A collection of cautions and maxims for bicyclists. It warns against accepting generic advice, riding irresponsibly, attempting to teach others before mastering riding, and neglecting safety like lanterns at night. The tone mixes humor with practical guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Livingstone
Africa
Israel
George Washington
W H Bele Co Bristol Promotes Home Furnishings
The Bristol Rhode Island firm W H Bele Co advertises housecleaning and home upgrades. They list needs for new carpets or straw matting, window shades, a chamber set, dining chairs and table, parlor suite, polished top centre table, and other furniture for sale. They invite public interest in these items.
Furniture for Sale at Special Prices in First Class House
Large stock of Brussels with borders to match, tapestries, ingrains, unions. Carpets made and laid quickly in best manner. New designs and colors fabrics from 10 to 50 cents per yard. Ready made shades from 15 to 25 cents each, formerly 50 cents. Custom shading made to order and guaranteed not to fade.
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Brussels
Bristol
Washington Row
Westminster Street
Exchange Place
Taylor
Cambridge
Princeton
Oxford
Providence
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Easel Monument Association
Lil
Grand Army of the Republic
Dax Publishing Co
Grand Army
J. W. Carnahan
G. A. R Hey
Order
Hes
Tur Bristol Prant
Casteald
Pangires
Takeo Conpary
Brew York
Harriet D'w.‘Taylor
Harriet D’w. Taylor
Tate
Yee Bates
Bristol Phanix
Hersert
Bennett
J. P.reynolds
R. I
Samuel
Easterbrooks House
Franklin ST
Bristol, B
Quirk’s Block
Cor
State
Wood Sts
Oakdale Butterine
Quirk Bros
Harry “ Andrews
W.H. Bele& CO
Bristol, R. I
State Street
James Tobin
JUICE
Warren, R. I
Cornelius Harrington
Prop
Geo. E. Ingraham
Cottage Street
PEATS
Peat
Kimball's Clothing House
R.S. Reed CO
W.H. Bell & CO
RK. I
Briatol
Burnside Memorial Building
William Williams
Stephen W. Churacka
R. J
Fiest
Globe Bible
Baistol Tea House
J. J. O'Donnell
MR. W. A. Douglas
Hope Street
F.S. Burgess
Bristol County
Burgess’ News Depot
Ella L. Chedell
Metacom Avenue
B. I. Tam
0. M. Burnham
Wowan’s Exchange
MRS
Wisowers
Philadelphia
Janes
MLLER
Bradford Street
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