School Committee Meets In Byfield to Review Measles Impact
The Byfield School regular meeting notes reduced attendance due to the measles outbreak. The committee approved bids for school fuel, purchased a set of speakers Garland volumes for declamations, and planned Thursday high school recitations with prizes. They discussed installing telephones, reports on pupil standing, and campus improvements including lawn reseeding and cinder path. Funding bills totaling 2180.63 were approved.
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Byfield
W. R Trotter
H. H. Shepard
J. Hasbrouck
Augustine P. Nerone
Philip Brady
John
A. L. Williams
Colt Memorial High School
Oliver and Walley
Colt Memorial
Burton
Hasbronk
Hasbrouck
Wae
Notife
Taxpayer Questions Assessor Duties and State Law
A Phoenix reader questions W W about assessors duties citing statutes on fair cash value taxation and separate listing of real and personal property. He argues noncompliance undermines oaths and asks if exceptions justify disregarding law while urging proper taxation and safe, steady funding for roads and local needs.
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W.W
Ai. W
United States
Mr. W
W. W
Yarwon
Unprepared for War by Col Abbot at Congregational Club
Col Abbot warned the nation remains unprepared for conflict citing Japan as a looming threat. He argued a strong navy is essential, schools should teach patriotism and drills, and historic wars show preparedness determined outcomes. The talk drew a large audience before a social reception.
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Gal. O. Wi Abbot
Congregational Church
Memorial Chapel
Col Abbot
Japan
Hawaii
Philippines
Col. Abbot
England
America
Abbot
Bull Ran
Spain
Paredues
D A R Bristol Chapter Meets In Warren For Evening Musicale
The Daughters of the American Revolution Bristol Chapter held its regular monthly meeting at Mrs. Willam McC Ransom’s Warren home. Regent Mrs. Charles A Johnson presided as members discussed treasury plans and a near-term fund-raising effort. A musical program featured Miss Martin, Miss Cole, Mrs. DeWolf, Miss Alice Martin, Mrs. McKenzie, and Mrs. Hall with violin and piano numbers and a group of songs. Refreshments followed with ices and cakes served by the hostess and members.
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Bristol
Willam McC Ransom
Miller Street
Warren
Charles A Johnson
Ransom
Dewy Dell
Miss Martin
Cole
Cole, Mrs. DeWolf Romance
Nelson R.hall
Faust
Alice Martin
Mrs. McKenzie
Heathear Rose
Mrs. Ransom
Miss Cole
Mrs. DeWolf
Mrs. Hall
Mrs
Eagles Fly High at Mt Hope Aerie Meeting
Bristol Aerie No. 948 F O E held a large meeting in Mt Hope block rooms. Three candidates received initial “aeroplane” trips and three membership applications were noted with one new member voted in. A chicken chowder was served with poultry donated by John Gerrard. Guests from Sowams Aerie No. 1903 attended. The refreshment committee included John Nixon Fred Marz and James Walsh. A vote of thanks was given for poultry and carnations for the dance committee. A refreshment committee was named to plan a collation for the next meeting as more candidates are expected.
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Bristol Aerie
Aerie Rooms
Mt. Hope
John Gerrard
Brown
Hirda
John, Nixon
Fred Marz
James Walsh
Sowams Aerie
Warren
Brosher Gerrard
Elsie-So Mand Engaged to Reggie Litewate
Elsie-So Mand becomes engaged to Reggie Litewate amid speculation from Ethel-Her about the match. Observers note mixed reactions as the couple plans future steps together.
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Elsie—So Mand
Reggie Litewate
Ethel
Unclear historical ad for a herbal remedy
Fragmentary advertisement from LeRoy New York promoting a kidney bladder remedy named Mother Grants. Claims include headache relief, nervousness and dizziness reduction. Text mentions sample and by mail cost of 50 cents with other Gray Co. offerings.
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Mother
Ad Lane
Dreggins Other Gray Co
Leroy,n.y
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