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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1926
Page
2
Editorial urges use of asphaltic concrete to renew old macadam streets. Portland example shows 1,857,000 square yards resurfaced in five years with 83.88 dollars maintenance for 17,056 square yards on East Stark street. Preservation of base avoided waste and extended road life.
A Bristol resident endorses Doan's Pills as a stimulant diuretic to kidneys. machinist Darling of 103 Constitution Street reports backache relief after BUFFINGTON'S Pharmacy purchases. Five years later he still uses the remedy occasionally, price sixty cents at dealers nationwide Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY promote kidney health
March 1926 probate hearing in Bristol requests by Henry M Thompson to appoint administrator for Mary Filla Thompson intestate. Notice ordered to be published fourteen days in Bristol Phoenix starting immediately, hearing set for April 5 1926 at 10 o clock AM at the Bristol Probate Court.
Local shop ads feature new spring millinery from $2.98, Easter dresses at $9.48, and child and adult hat lines. Community notes report Miss Frances L. Merriman returning from New York, Nathaniel G Herreshoff Jr. recovering from pneumonia, and John H Tucker’s Paris visit. Police note a suspect body sighting at Mt Hope Bay investigation inconclusive.
A garbled line suggests a portion of correspondence noting an "800" figure possibly sent late on Wednesday. The fragmentary text offers little context beyond timing and a vague reference to a quantity.
Arrangements are under way for the Salvation Army general maintenance fund drive in Bristol next week. A representative advisory board includes Mrs Charles A Johnson chairwoman TT Sherman treasurer D G Coggeshall J F Farrally F EF Suz man William Bradford. A tag day is set for Saturday April 10 with Salvation Army Lassies selling tags and the band to perform music. Bristol residents are urged to support this district wide appeal.
A demonstration of a Reo light pumper hose truck was held on Church street with volunteers and officials present. Water reached 410 gallons a minute at the nozzle, 407 at the State Armory dock, and 401 total in another setup. The apparatus, similar to Warren’s Rough and Ready unit, includes a booster pump and lists a first price of 5250 with an offer to sell to Bristol for 5000.
The American Legion Kearney Post No 6 endorsed the Mt Hope toll bridge project and voted to send copies to the State Senator and Representatives to seek support for the pending bill. A surprise gift pin honored Frank B Sylvia, and committees were named for Memorial Day plans and dues collection. A condolence letter was approved for DeWitt E Bolster.
Advertises upholstery and painting along with hardwood floors refinished inside and outside. First class work guaranteed at reasonable prices. Telephone 294 W.
Experienced gardener offers services at 62 Colling Street including garden beds and grape vines. Willing to trim roses and other flowers as needed for homes and small properties.
An invitation announces a discussion on The Care of the Aged. It invites interested readers to attend phase 3 of the program at the specified location on the date indicated, highlighting participation by key speakers and community organizations.
Job notice seeks newsboys to apply at Dennis Brothers located on 480 Hope Avenue.
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