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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1917
Page
4
Male Wasps Die Off In Winter Decline
The article explains that male wasps do not survive winter. After mating in autumn, the cold kills all workers and males. Mrs Wasp seeks a safe hibernation site and will emerge in spring to lay eggs and restore the population.
Fate Knows Her Business and Keeps a Narrow Sphere
The piece argues that fate assigns each person a place, praising self acceptance and using talent to entertain friends. It encourages staying practical, enjoying small talents, and avoiding talent waste, urging happiness within one’s defined role and circle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Satan
Dog bites boy case ends with odd inquiry ruling
An old London Tit-Bits tale reports a dog bite case where a public inquiry blamed the dog for the injury and exonerated the owner, noting the animal acted independently and that taxpayers should bear the costs of the lengthy proceedings. The verdict mocks legal fault and laughs at the affair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Group Immodesty
In the Toledo Blade the writer laments a growing group immodesty among men who are modest alone but boastful in groups. He notes militia units adopting fighting labels and clubs pursuing flattery, remarks on congress and state legislature self-importance, and asks psychologists for a cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Toledo Blade
Foundations of marriage friendship and mutual worth
A reflection on marriage as the highest form of friendship based on sympathy equality and unselfish devotion. It argues that shared worth and truthfulness elevate partners and that marriage merges friendship into a deeper union, gifting much beyond what friendship can offer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Green
Superstitions About the Cat Across Cultures
The article notes cats as aloof or mysterious in mental and moral life and their link to witchcraft. It cites Japanese folklore about a demon cat that returns to earth each generation to kill a member of the Nobishima noble family in revenge for a past slight. The demon cat theme also features in Japanese stage plays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nippon
Earth
Nobishima
Shorten the War Through Liberty Bond Drive
A wartime appeal urges citizens to fund the Second Liberty Loan at 4 percent, noting tax advantages and national unity. It argues bonds aid war effort, shorten service time, and reinforce Allied strength, with New England targets and deadlines highlighted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Germany
Europe
New England
Mules Warned Against Sudden Movements and Misunderstanding
The text defends mules as misjudged creatures noting their wary nature and learned behavior from handling. It warns that mules sleep with one eye open and may kick if startled when saddled or harnessed, urging calm, predictable actions around them.
The Price of Freedom Crisis Excerpt
Tom Paine’s Crisis quote urges endurance in crisis and argues tyranny conquers with difficulty while freedom’s value grows with its price. The passage contrasts summer soldiers with steadfast defenders and frames liberty as worth any cost.
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Hell
Tom Paine
Does It Seem Fair About Eight Hours of Toil
The Houston Post notes that about half the world’s discontent stems from expectations of earnings without sufficient daily labor. It argues people feel entitled to a living without full daily effort.
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Houston Post
Newport Social Shifts Amid War Time Strain
The piece discusses changes in Newport society during wartime, noting increased social activities and relief efforts. It highlights public concern for victims and the community's adaptation to new norms, with references to local figures and ongoing civic work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jenesy
Etley City
Yetal
Think Iit
Newportet Fox
Newport
Iits
Ibeen
Smodel
Mertifess
Ross
Providence Man Fined Fifty Dollars for Carrying Hidden Razor
Frank Travers, 29, appeared before Judge Gorham in Sixth District Court Providence on the charge of carrying a razor concealed. Police say arrestee was at Union Station Saturday night, intoxicated, searched at the station found razor in hip pocket without a case. judge imposed a $50 fine plus costs after a guilty plea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Travers
Gorham
Sixth District Court
Providence
Favers
Union Station
Shareholders Meeting Notice of New York New Haven Hartford R R
Notice to stockholders of the New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad Company of a meeting in New Haven Connecticut on October 24 1917 at 12 oclock noon. Items include approval of company affairs for year ending 1916 amendments to by laws election of directors and various article amendments plus other business. Books closed October 10 to October 24 1917. ARTHUR E CLARK secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Feockholsers
Kew York
Hartford Railroad Company
Yionle Hall
Elmster
City
Sey Haven
New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad
New Haven
Connecticut
Board of Directors
Sree
Arthur E. Clark
Siarese
The
Notice of Special Meeting of NYNH Hartford Stockholders
Notice is given of a special stockholders meeting of The New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad Company at Harmonie Hall New Haven CT at 3 pm October 24 1917 if adjournment of the annual meeting occurs. Purpose include accepting amendments to charters regarding preferred stock issue and authorizing up to 450000 shares of cumulative preferred stock with dividends up to 7 percent. Closed for the period October 10 to October 24 1917. Arthur E Clark secretary dated October 1 1917.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad
Harmonie Hall
Elm Street
New Haven
Connecticut
General Assembly
State of
New York, New Haven and Ford Railroad Company
Commonwealth of Mssachusetts
New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Company
Arthur E. Clark
Pastime Theatre Preview At Fairbanks
A Pastime Theatre program highlights shows at Fairbanks this week featuring Doug with a renowned act and a variety of entertainment. Tickets listed with pricing and registration details appear in the local listings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Astimestheatre Dottiglas
Fairbanks
Tass Iat Istid Soesarn Iyéats William Te
Fragmentary OCR text mentions names William and Te with unclear context. No identifiable event, date, or location is readable to form a full news item or concrete summary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denly
Tilley
Soesarn
William Te
Probating Estate of Lawrence Jr. in Bristol 1917
The probate court schedules hearing for the estate of Lawrence Jr. on October 25, 1917 at 10 a.m. at the Bristol Probate Court. Notice requires citation and service, with publication for two weeks in the Bristol Phoenix. John M. Coggshall, Probate Clerk, ordered the proceedings.
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Probars
Bristol
Lawrence
John M. ‘Coggeshall
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