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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1915
Page
4
The essay argues the church has three duties: evangelize the world, educate within the local church, and Christianize the social order. It urges making the church a year round school of religion and applying Christian ethics to all life, with emphasis on evangelism, religious education, and social influence.
An analysis of the clash between rubber and iron tires, tracing the long arc from bicycle use to streetcars and railroads. The piece argues rubber could transform U S transport by creating widespread road networks, while iron holds the power of established rail and commerce, with a dramatic future at stake.
An expert contends that lasting prosperity depends on a stable, enduring agricultural base. The remark links economic health to farming strength and continued agricultural development.
The article notes large US production of beef hogs sheep poultry cereals and vegetables but highlights the American housewife buying 200 million annually of farm products from abroad that could be produced domestically. It compares consumption to Nebuchadnezzar's wife seeking variety.
The Federal Industrial Commission report urges understanding between capital and labor as the key to resolving conflicts. It views the farmer as an observer and backbone of industry, noting honest conscience and justice as the guiding forces that align interests beyond government mandates.
The essay extols American industrial progress and notable figures who shaped national power. It likens US achievements to historic civilizations and highlights leaders in industry, printing, farming, and finance as the driving force behind progress and republican pride. The piece previews a series on transportation.
A historical overview argues the United States leads world railways in mileage, service, and wages. It cites 1911 figures: US 241,199 miles of track, 38 percent of global mileage, $13 billion invested, and average wages $767. Comparisons to Europe and other regions follow, noting government ownership and cost efficiency.
The essay lauds the telegraph and telephone as America's premier industrial triumphs. It credits invention and organization, cites global reach, and highlights extensive U S leadership in numbers of telephones, investment, annual calls, and wire mileage. It portrays the U S as dominant in telecommunications.
The article criticizes tainted politics and calls for honesty and wisdom in government. It argues self gain drives many politicians, warns against party machines, and urges farmers bankers and merchants to enter legislatures to restore prosperity and public trust.
The essay argues that farming bears excessive water in finance through high interest and inflated real estate and chattel loans. It cites farmers paying 200 million dollars yearly in usury, creating four billion dollars of fictitious values and risking seven million homes. It urges public servants to drain the water from agriculture finance.
A concise remark notes that without a stable agricultural base, lasting prosperity cannot be achieved, signaling concern about sustainable development and economic resilience.
A statement extols agriculture as the greatest industry and praises a prosperous, progressive agricultural population as the safeguard of civilization. The piece emphasizes the value of farming communities in national development and social well being.
A renowned physician, Dr. Weir Mitchell, states that diseases are symptoms of conditions and that reducing a man’s vitality makes him susceptible to ailments. He argues vitality determines susceptibility to weaknesses labeled as diseases.
The Kansas City Star quotes Noyes H. Brewmore warning that sending a social figure to prison for borrowing ten or less could set a dangerous precedent. He argues such action would chill future charitable loans and social aid.
In a park scene, a girl climbs with her grandpa to see flowers in an urn. A policeman warns against picking the blooms. She responds with a moral charm stating she will not pick them, only smell them.
A stage sleight-of-hand performer wows the audience with card stunts then asks for a ten dollar gold piece. A pawn broker in the fourth row responds with a puzzled question, adding a moment of comic confusion to the act.
Puck quotes a young actress eager for a headline linking her marriage to a big splash. The dramatic editor acknowledges difficulty in crafting the story despite the novelty appeal.
The weaker government asks what is meant by establishing a protectorate. The stranger answers that it means protecting themselves as far as possible against further annoyances from the other side.
A Hiawatha school pupil misreads a sentence about a pig and asks about the word stile. The reply confounds the class when a child answers a “stile” is a tight dress, reflecting playful misunderstanding in a Kansas City Star item.
A concise reflection quotes Marcus Aurelius on finding value in minor victories. It urges satisfaction with small, practical achievements and treats them as meaningful, not trivial. The meditative tone emphasizes patience and steady progress in ordinary matters.
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