14 Nov 1885
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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1885
Page
1
A veterinary style patent medicine ad claims Burdock Blood Bitters are a strictly vegetable preparation of Nature's remedies. It asserts the product cures torpid liver impure blood disordered kidneys and a broken down system. Sold by druggists with a money back guarantee if not benefited.
In Thorncliff Tavern a narrator meets Blondelle and her mother, a sick girl who foresees death via prophecies. A storm and cyclone destroy the tavern and claim the old woman and a young sailor, while Blondelle grieves and joins him in death beside her lover.
The piece counsels against spreading falsehoods and excuses. It extols restraint, valor in following orders, and the virtue of work over complaint, noting fate favors the good and wise and condemns idle fault finding.
The text argues that friendship disappointment stems from overestimating others' regard. It asserts civilization is judged by the character of a nation’s people, not census or crops. It notes perceptual bias shapes views of war and peace through an ancient definition about who bears whom in conflict.
The passage likens small daily events to snowflakes that go unnoticed yet cumulatively shape a person’s character. It argues no single act reveals or changes character, but habits accumulate into identity.
Discussion on praying for others and private prayer shaping public worship. The text contrasts solitary, intimate prayer with communal gatherings and cites the proverb as a reflection on authentic spiritual communication.
The text lists three requisites for proper enjoyment of earthly blessings. First, thankful reflection on God’s goodness inspires gratitude. Second, a deep sense of unworthiness fosters humility. Third, a sober recollection of our precarious tenure promotes moderation.
Emerson argues that the aim to master daily living and social roles—husband, father, friend—requires vast breadth of power, and that the failure lies in not treating man as sacred. He links the vices of housekeeping, government, education, and religion to those of private life.
The passage lists counts of English women in varied roles from crafts to intellectual fields. It notes 347 female blacksmiths, 9188 in nail-making, 10592 bookbinding, 2302 assisting in printing, and 123995 teachers. It also cites 7162 missionaries and preachers, 2260 civil service clerks, 1180 painters, 1000 students, 54 engravers, 37910 in medical work, 452 editors, and 1309 in photography departments.
A Valreas cotton spinner Henri Meynard leaves $40,000 estate to his mortal remains, plans a tomb carved in stone cemented shut, topped with a stone, and placed in his house cupola. He leaves the house to pets only. heirs will contest, arguing insanity despite Meynard's fortune and public service.
Fragmentary notes praise Dr. Thomas for remarkable ear cures though text is garbled. The report highlights deafness cases and claims of reliable restoration of hearing with his remedies. The article reads like a medical endorsement from an old newspaper column.
A railroad operator recounts a daring incident at mile post 461 where three robbers tried to force him to dispatch a fake order. His wife, alerted by telephone, arrived with four armed men, captured two robbers, and saved the station. The tale ends with a note on trusted female intuition and steadfast courage.
The Aparetta Democrat editor explains readers that illness struck several staff members including Ida the best helper and another helper who fell ill, followed by the editor's wife becoming sick. This left the paper shorthanded while handling home duties and the newspaper workload.
For cure of rheumatism and neuralgia in its various forms including sciatica and semi crania, Salvation Oil is advertised as the greatest pain cure on earth. Price 25 cents a bottle. The ad extols Bull’s Cure as superior to other remedies and notes demand for the old established remedy.
The advertisement claims Ely's Cream Balm cures catarrh hay fever and colds in head with immediate relief. It notes easy fingertip application and 50 cent price. A testimonial from J B Case of St Denis Hotel New York reports improved smell and reduced head pain after use.
A cyclon is described as a waiter that carries everything before it, suggesting a powerful force moving items forward with steady control. The analogy emphasizes relentless, encompassing progress.
Advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a universal remedy for Brights disease diabetes weak back and urinary complaints. It promises rapid cure with blood purification and bowel regulation and guarantees satisfaction with bottles sold at 50 cents by J. H. Young & Co.
A remark on craft and social sentiment asserts such needlework as fitting for unconventional people, contrasting order and madness in a colorful, paradoxical statement.
An old man recounts his failed fortunes after opposing his daughter’s marriage to a poorer suitor he later mocked by throwing a shoe for good luck. He laments poverty and asks his son-in-law for help, blaming the past for ongoing misfortune.
A Boston Globe excerpt argues women can succeed in jobs like telegraph, stenography, and operating rooms if they act as nonfeminine professional machines. It contends women must discard flirtations and eye contact, accept firm accountability, and view work as their primary purpose, equal to men.
In a New York paper’s composing room at 2:30 a.m. a group of printers plays a bluffing game over a ten dollar bill. A Hackensack tramp wins a larger stake but Thompson frowns, then posts a notice banning jeffing in the office.
Sea air aids chronic disease and tedious convalescence especially in scrofula bronchitis rheumatism gout and consumption. When digestive function is weak a short country air sojourn is advised as sea air’s warmth helps alleviate symptoms though baths require proper advice.
Sullivan Fenner of Providence says Hunt's Remedy cured his kidney disease. The ad claims the medicine is valuable, permanent, and treats bilious headache costiveness dyspepsia and purifies the blood while strengthening the stomach.
Rates for one inch one week is one dollar with each additional week twenty five cents. Twelve lines nonpareil type make one inch. Special notices before marriages and deaths double the rate. Transient ads require advance payment. Yearly ads limited to immediate business with delivery by Thursday noon for next issue.
Reverend Sam Jones urges balance between generosity and justice. He lampoons vain generosity and calls for fair treatment of wives, children, and neighbors, sharing personal examples of domestic mistakes and repentance to urge kinder, more just conduct at home and in the community.
L Fenner of Waterbury Connecticut claims a long liver complaint was cured after taking three bottles of Sulphur Bitters. The testimonial notes improved health and urges others to consider the remedy.
The article recounts the ancient Greek fire as a famed incendiary used in celebrations and demonstrations. It explains its original formula of niter sulfur and naptha, its rumored underwater burning effect, and debates over Callinicua or Indian origins before gunpowder ended its prominence.
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