27 Oct 1877
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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1877
Page
1
The notice outlines ad rates of $1.00 per inch for one week and 25 cents per week for each additional insertion. Twelve lines of nonpareil type equal one inch. Special notices for marriages and deaths cost 15 cents per line. Ads must be prepaid. yearly contracts offered on reasonable terms and limited to the advertiser’s own business. Ads due by Thursday noon for next issue. Religious obituary and political notices charged as advertisements.
Poetic tribute to daily.kindnesses as gems richer than gold. The verses celebrate small courtesies that brighten homes and bind family, neighbors, and friends, portraying them as essential joys of daily life and enduring blossoms on the path of humanity.
A narrator observes Browns and Barretts across from his new home. Through a parlor window he spies Lucy Barrett and Mr Brown sharing a study, then their mother Mrs Brown confronts the budding romance as the couple read together until the moment Brown leaves and Lucy hides her head on the table.
A vigilant observer records a romance between Leslie Brown and Lucy Barrett, and after secretly warning Mrs. Brown, reports a staged wedding to a German suitor. The supposed warns backfires as Mrs. Brown exposes a different, verifiable engagement in Germany and defends her son's actions.
A reflection on how society requires tangible attributes over inner nature. It argues that admiration is tied to skill in shaping, coloring, or influencing commerce, not to inherent worth, and asserts God does not share this metric of value.
The piece argues that many people remain discontent due to comparing themselves with wealthier neighbors. It notes that even simple comforts fail to please when a rival’s status is seen. It cites John Smith’s brick house vs Tom Jones’s stone mansion with a portico as a relatable contrast.
The author reflects on how sunlight alters perception, likening cloudless skies to hope that lights the soul after sorrow. Emphasizes that everyone influences others' happiness and that unselfishness, Christian charity, and loving-kindness act as sunbeams enhancing communal joy.
The article argues young men often fail to advance because they neglect minor tasks. It stresses mastering every subordinate role with diligence. A thorough, conscientious work habit enables an ordinary person to surpass more talented peers who neglect small duties.
The piece argues common sense forms good taste by guiding behavior on social spaces and life paths. It cautions against overelaboration while valuing a well regulated imagination and precise self awareness for prudent actions.
A Glasgow Hell Club tale portrays a young man’s revelry, a dream of hell, and a death at dawn as he returns home. The story warns that sin enslaves its followers and shows how futile attempts to escape lead to ruin and spiritual awakening.
A wealthy Mrs Captain Worthley entices a sickly four year old girl from a French laundress at a Fifth Avenue hotel. Promising sea air she takes the child and a three year old boy to Long Branch for two days then vanishes. Police lose track and the mother continues to search for her stolen child.
A rallying call to civic effort urging residents to promote positive change, avoid grumbling, and back useful enterprises. It argues public spirit improves schools churches newspapers streets and business facilities, and warns against passive negativity from a few detractors.
Instructions describe drying pressed autumn leaves using newspaper layers and repeated pressing over several days. After initial pressing brush each leaf with a diluted sulphuric acid solution to brighten color, avoid waxing for a natural finish, and suggest attaching leaves into sprays or garlands with Sino wire used by florists.
Noted minstrel George Clark testifies under cross examination and is asked if minstrel work is a low calling. He replies that although it may be, it is better than his father’s trade as a lawyer, prompting laughter from the audience.
The piece advertises a bright monthly paper published in the National Capital by Nathan W Fitzgerald. It promotes pensions bounties claims patents and army navy interests and urges ex soldiers to subscribe for twenty five cents per year.
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