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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1896
Page
4
A poetic scene describes towering redwood trees with skyward limbs and quiet, tranquil calm. The speaker hears a divine undertone in the stillness, a breath and call within the soul, as nature exalts in a heavenly, reverent mood.
In an ancient tale Lord Hildebrand built Isfadell as a fortress yet a retreat. After Danes failed to seize it it passed to Lord Hurdron, a harsh ruler, who opposed Lady Ella’s romance with Roland Hunter. Their secret meetings threaten her father’s wrath as they plan to flee for a life together.
Roland Hilter duels fate by the sea bank where Rupert pushes him to the cliff. Both plummet into the ocean as Lady Ella mourns and later dies on the cliff. Lord Hurdron confronts a ghostly return, fires, and dies. The castle is haunted and later destroyed, a tale still told in England.
A quotation from the Omaha World-Herald laments Americans overworking for wealth, exhausting energy and health in youth. It argues societal pressures and hurried duties erase the chance for long, healthy lives, portraying workers as trapped by intensified modern conditions.
The London Truth claims Lord Cadogan grows weary of his post as viceroy of Ireland while holding wealth, cabinet ambitions, and hereditary prestige. It suggests the burden of three great honors may overwhelm one man, noting heredity would likely not have yielded the other two honors.
Ethel asks about a lady dressed in black and learns she is a sister of charity. The exchange leaves Ethel reflecting on whether charity persists. The dialogue appears in a playful Princeton Tiger context.
Poem by Annis L. Muzzey expresses longing for homecoming and justice. It calls for love as strength, freedom, and the union of workers. The verse links love to liberty and endurance in struggle, praising solidarity from sea to sea.
Governor Altgeld issued a Democratic message praising loyal support after a defeat, saying the party once prostrate has risen from stock jobbers and trusts, repudiated betrayers, and remains committed to Democratic principles. He forecasts a future reversal of yesterday's verdict and a return of prosperity.
Publicity expert Nath C Fowler Jr shares guidance on profitable bargain ads for local newspapers. Emphasizes honesty, large space, bold headlines, visible pricing, and avoiding repetitive offers to sustain reader curiosity and maximize returns.
The associates of the Girls' Friendly societies of the Episcopal diocese of Rhode Island plan their annual gathering with St. Michael's society tomorrow. About fifty delegates are expected on the 10 10 a m train. The program includes a communion service and a sermon at St. Michael's church at 10 30 delivered by Rev Dr Locke. Luncheon will follow at St Michael's chapel, hosted by the local Society. The business session will report on church society activities, with St Michael's committee coordinating arrangements.
Local shop advertises copper and steel engraving for visiting cards business cards wedding invitations announcements reception cards crests monograms and mercantile work. Customers may bring their plate or have a plate made by the shop. receipts for house rent and other business purposes available in pads of 100 for 15 cents at the Phosniz Offices.
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