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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1937
Page
2
The Commandant of the Rhode Island Soldiers' Home leads the general committee that organized the annual clambake to be held by the veterans tomorrow.
After years of talk a police benevolent fund moves toward reality with the first department ball on the 30th. Tickets and souvenir ads draw strong public support, promising a sizable start to the fund. Police urge community aid while avoiding high pressure sales, noting officers may risk life and family plans on modest town wages.
Albert Payson Terhune discusses dog training on Columbia's Heinz Magazine of the Air August 20. He urges patience and temper control, arguing dogs learn best with calm guidance and breaks, comparing a dog's understanding to a clever six year old.
Local groups meet Friday night at Hope Street halls including HOE Honde Session Scout and Italo American Club. Penny pads sold at Phoenix office. multiple families and clubs plan dances, picnics, and social events across town with church societies and civic groups listing weekend activities.
The phrase Star of the First Water is defined as a term describing exceptional clarity and brilliance, likened to a precious diamond. It references a high-quality gemstone standard and historic usage in descriptions of gems.
A quip notes that the expression of supreme quality fits many things but seems ill suited for a star, suggesting a divergence between common praise and stellar renown in literary usage. The remark highlights how terms of excellence may not neatly apply to the brightest names.
The article discusses building a snow and corn crib silo at low cost for farmers. It notes a fifty ton capacity and yearly costs under ten dollars, highlighting benefits for owners or renters and implications if a renter leaves, including use of snow fencing.
The piece notes spontaneous combustion as a danger in coal mines grain elevators and barns. It recounts Krakatoa's 1883 eruption with blasts lasting 36 hours heard 3,000 miles away, rocks hurled 17 miles and 36,000 deaths in nearby coasts.
A rustic saying quoted as Uncle Eben cautions that the underdog may bite if pushed. The line shows a folksy voice warning readers about underestimating a rival.
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