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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1922
Page
4
A returned traveler and lecturer cites Pelo as originating in China over 1500 years ago. The Chinese reportedly used pelo on donkeys, illustrating ancient practice and cultural exchange.
An account from London’s Tit-Bite reports Cyril injured during a children's party game of hide and seek. A mysterious bang caused torn clothing and minor wounds as he was taken away for repairs.
E Lester Jones of Washington DC founded the movement in 1919 and was called the dad dy of the organization. He helped form the John J Pershing post of World War Veterans, led George Washington post No 1, and became departmental commander when DC's department formed. He rose from private to colonel in the World War and served with the DC National Guard.
American Legion members conducted final public honors for the 45 000 AEF servicemen returned to the United States. Crowded eastern ports saw forty shiploads over two and a half years with prayers addresses and rifle salutes. President Harding General Pershing and Senator Lodge spoke at key ceremonies, and the last public demonstration occurred in Brooklyn in April 1922 for Private Charles W Graves.
Clarence H DeMar of Melrose Mass won the 25 mile American Marathon and earned endurance racing by running toward Berlin in 1918. He placed fourth in a Pershing stadium race between A E B F and allied patrons. His main focus is leading a boy scout troop he has supervised for years.
The French ministry of war states it will take about ten years to clothe all French troops in khaki despite efforts by the high council of war. Horizon blue and steel gray cloth on hand must be used up, delaying universal khaki.
London Tit-Bits warns against high tight collars. doctors say they restrict blood to the brain causing lethargy and poor school work. The piece notes adults are less affected but health and cold risks remain. It cites Chamberlain, Lloyd George, Shaw, Byron and others in varying collar styles.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports a jail experiments with a machine that releases fragrances to alter inmate mood. The device could simulate forest cedar or citrus aromas and even evoke Hawaii. The sheriff sees potential uses from waking inmates to breakfast scents and possible inclusion of confiscated liquor notes.
The text notes 563 billion feet of standing timber in national forests, about 25 percent of the remaining U.S. timber. National forests cover 17 percent of forest land, with 20 million acres of protected young growth. The American Forestry Association urges owners and citizens to protest any transfer of control from the U.S. Forest Service.
C D Gibson cites humorous misprints including a bishop confined to the house with a violent scold and a surgeon taken alive sold for six cents a pound. A Vermont paper proud of a noble citizen yields John Green as a nobby old burglar, prowling around in a naked state.
Rural Development reporter notes Farmer Countessel discussing improvements on his old property. He says development is moving fast and he must keep up. He contemplates either building a new barn or an apartment house as the possible upgrade.
For the first time in history no gold coin was struck at the French mint in 1920 amid metal price shifts. Silver minting began the year but halted when silver reached a record price on February 11.
A Friday and Saturday showing features Mildred Harris in The First Woman, praised for surprise twists and an O Henry style ending. Percy Marmont supports Harris in a mystery drama noted for stagelike comparisons to Seven Keys to Baldpate and The Bat. Monday and Tuesday previews Selznick Special Conceit with W B Davidson as William Crombie in a tale of neglect, ambition, and a fading marriage.
The speaker warns against self pity and declares an impossible job becomes manageable with resolve. He asks if you have a hard duty and urges performing it with determination to fuel triumph, challenging the notion of an easy life and labeling hesitation as cowardice.
The article notes natives across the tropical Orient use a chew substitute made from arica palm nut wrapped in betel leaf. Lime from native seashells flavors it and the mixture is colored with carmine from the Boston Eagle.
A wry note on parental ego and a man who ignores his own ignorance until his children offer unsolicited guidance.
Probate Court in Bristol on September 27 1922 receives and refers Clarence M Seamans final account as guardian of Ellen F Kenney ward and resigns as guardian. A notice is ordered to be published fourteen days weekly in the Bristol Phonix. Court date set for October 16 1922 at 10 30 AM in Bristol Probate Court Room.
The Probate Court of Bristol admits the last will of Joseph Kerr and appoints Josephine R. Kerr administratrix with will annexed after bond filing. Creditors must file claims with the clerk within six months from the first advertisement. John W. Church, Clerk. CT 9-22-29-10-6.
Administration notice for the estate of Thomas Henry Mowry late of Bristol deceased requires heirs and an administrator with the estate to file the will and qualification papers in the clerk’s office within six months from the first advertisement. Clerk John W Church and Administrator Charles H Liscomb are named.
Incoherent OCR fragment mentions love wine and life events, with reference to the Times of India. Reading implies a discussion of married life and emotional tone, but specifics and context are missing. The readable bits suggest a feature note rather than a clear report or event.
In Uncle Eben's voice the line plays with how discovery reveals gaps in what one believes. The speaker notes that the more you learn, the more you realize your prior assumptions may be wrong.
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