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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1923
Page
6
In loving memory of Janette Bush who left us October 4 1918. Just five years since last I saw her. That dear face I’ll ne’er forget. Today recalls the parting with that loved one gone to rest. Love and remembrance live forever. A loving friend and mother, true and kind. A beautiful memory left behind.
In loving memory of Nellie Frances Petty who died October in 1921. Our Nellie lies in a peaceful grave. We watched beside your dying bed and took our last farewell with tearful eyes. Not forgotten, Nellie dear, memory shall never fade around the grave. John and Mary Smith, Mr and Mrs Hertram F Bullock, Mr and Mrs Elmer C Manfield.
A London Answerer note recounts thimbles dating to 1684 with similar patterns found in Egyptian ruins. It traces John Lofting's 1603 patent denial, the shift from costly to affordable metals, and the term thumb bell meaning finger hood later adopted in England for its bell shape and needle protection function.
An electric dog designed by John Hays Ham demonstrates a lantern tracking toy. Sealed selenium cells power eye sensors and steering gear so the dog heads toward light. The model uses a small current to balance light on both eyes, with options for storage batteries and a motor or clockwork for movement.
The article reviews Daniel Defoe’s name origin claiming his father James Foe was a London butcher. It suggests the prefix De arose from convenience or accident as the son was known as Mr D Foe, evolving to Defoe, while Defoe’s own spelling varied between D Foe and Defoe.
The passage surveys diverse breads from potato bread in Ireland to codfish bread in Iceland and rice bread in some regions. It notes James I era barley and rye breads in England, northern Europe’s rye use, and a 16th century siege of Paris when bones from tombs and charnel houses were ground into bread due to famine.
The article describes life saving methods using a small brass cannon to fire an iron projectile on a rope to a stranded vessel. Sailors haul the rope, attach a heavier line, and a breeches buoy carries passengers ashore to safety.
The article surveys historical ideas on tide causes from Aristotle and Heraclitus attributing tides to the sun and wind to a breath-like sea motion. It notes medieval Arab thought that the moon’s heating and cooling of water could drive the rise and fall of tides.
A stark historic claim argues Cromagnons erased Neanderthals in France, leaving no trace among tribes in the region. The text contends Whites built modern civilization by clearing the land of the Neanderthal population.
Havenbeck recounts a chimpanzee that took a keeper’s key to unlock its door. After the escape a high bolt blocked further exits and the animal received a cage mate for security. A joint attempt by Atone or her helper enabled the pair to reach a stone box and free themselves.
A broad tribute extols Bristol as more than a state asset, calling it a benefactor and a chief force defending liberty and unity. The passage lauds its political social features, beauty, history, art, and industry, arguing its obliteration would grieve the West, North, and South.
Bristol Auto Shop founder Joseph B. Condon built the first Bristol garage at 740 750 Hope Street. The fireproof facility expanded to 65 cars by 1921, serving New York to Boston with Studebaker wagons and auto repair. Staff require two years driving experience. Citizens consider Congdon's policy strong and his shop central to Bristol’s automotive scene.
Newman Bros is a fine groceries business on Hope Street run by A Russell Newman and his son Howard E Newman. James Allen Newman was a former partner who died in 1922 while John J Newman oversees the meat department. The enterprise is described as influential in Bristol and the state with a vivid, lucid operation since the mid nineteenth century.
Bristol Baking Co founded 1914 by Joseph Sodini and Louis Giusti at 31 State Street after moves from 270 Wood Street and 617 State. Born in Lucena Italy 1884 and 1493, they built a modern facility with 3000 loaves daily capacity. The Honey Crust brand serves Bristol Warren Barrington and nearby towns by car delivery and provides wedding and party baking.
The Bristol Baking Company defended its grasp on principles of justice and quality in its business, praising its leaders Sodini and Giusti for staying on the job and promoting town welfare. The piece frames the firm’s work as an education campaign in baking skills and quality, noting public opportunity and sustained local support.
A Bristol fruit business led by Harry J. Zelniker and family partners thrives on integrity. The store supplies fresh fruit to Providence and Warren, delivering daily by car. The Zelnikers, including William and Rose F., boast a long path from Russia to Rhode Island and prominence in local commerce.
Funeral services for 16 year old John Perry were held at his home at 59 Gooding Lane followed by a requiem mass at St Elizabeths Church celebrated by Rev Francisco Vieira. Burial was in St Marys Cemetery.
Miss Tumaca Duarte died Monday at her parents’ home on Metacom Avenue. Her funeral was held at 9 o’clock Wednesday at St Elizabeth’s Church with a requiem mass conducted by Rev Francisco Vieira. Burial followed at St Mary’s Cemetery.
Kearney Post 6 American Legion will hold a meeting at Grand Army Hall at 8 o clock this evening. Plans for Armistice Day and arrangements for the annual post banquet will be announced. Bertram W Wall State Commander departs with Rhode Island delegation for San Francisco to attend the Legion convention.
Events listed include Grand Pair in GA Hall every Saturday from Oct 6 to Nov 24, Dreadnaught Lodges and Hose Companys posts on Oct 13 in Naval Armory, United Brotherhood Local and Dorie Cribs Out on Oct 11, YMOCAL Ladies Committee Thursday supper on Oct 11, Ladys Aid Secret event, State Street Mock Church vestry, and First Baptist Berean Class supper and sale on Oct 24 in church vestry.
The New York Sun notes Siamese fashion follows a rigid daily code. Sundays demand red robes and rubles while Mondays require moonstones and white regalia. Tuesdays favor pink and corals with Wednesday reserved for stripes and cutseye ornaments. Thursdays call for green with emeralds and Fridays for light blue with diamonds. Saturdays feature dark blue and sapphires.
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