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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1896
Page
3
A 1895 advertorial argues women are the primary buyers in households and advertising should target women. It asserts 90 percent of retail customers are accompanied by or are women, and women control purchases for family needs, clothing, furnishings, and children. It notes men shop less and advertising should speak to women to reach broader audiences.
A period essay argues against cheap money, noting wages lag behind price drops. It discusses how workers lose purchasing power while farmers gain from dollar devaluation, and warns wage-earners should protect money’s value for steady living costs and savings. References to Trade Company Boston and general economic impacts appear throughout.
The Daughters of the American Revolution sponsored a lecture on Napoleon I at the Opera House. A stereopticon show from Paris illustrated his life from youth to St Helena, followed by views of modern Paris. The talk blended colloquial narration with historical data and benefited from L. L. Andersstrom's skilled projection.
New books available Monday September 14 include International Bimetallism by Walker and Rocky Mountain Saints by Stenhouse. Insects Abroad by Wood Life of John Locke by Fox Bourne two volumes, The Lingering Snow by Bolles Kaloolah by Mayo plus works by Alice and Phebe Cary Gail Hamilton Brisess Black Suprise Stories of Japan Riordan March Hares by Frederic Flotsam by Merriman.
Mr and Mrs Waldron hosted a pleasant Monday afternoon birthday event for Mrs Waldron and her niece Emma Smith. Gifts and bouquets delighted the host and guests. Emma received a gold ring from Miss Maggie Hampton. Supper was served from four to six with cold meats, cake, ice cream, tea, and fruits.
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