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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1904
Page
2
Governor Garvin issued a proclamation scheduling an extraordinary legislative session for September 18. He cites that key committees have not reported on major measures including constitutional initiative voter registry for city council elections and gubernatorial veto power. Analysts expect a brief, costly session around $400 with limited practical results.
The Congregational Club held a well attended social in Memorial Chapel on Wednesday evening. President Mrs F H Buffinton greeted guests as the chapel was decorated with cut flowers. The program included readings, vocal and piano solos, and a dessert service with refreshments poured by Mrs H Barton and Mrs Burnham. Waitresses were Misses Eva Pickles Geneva Wyman Jennie Bowler Ada Pickles Helen Waldron Iola Thompson.
A brief note states that the Devoe paint mix uses fewer gallons and contains less lead and zinc than standard mixed paints. It claims the finish wears twice as long as lead and oil based products, suggesting greater durability and efficiency.
Mails arrive at set times with outward Express matter due by 7:45 and 11:00 a.m. and 2:55 and 6:30 p.m. Local items report Horace Miller bedridden with rheumatic fever and Henry Bassett to officiate at Trinity Church services. Notices cover gas ranges, a $30,000 railroad damages suit by Arthur H. Dodge, travel and social events, sports plans, sales, and a new Linden Place chandelier with 60 electric lights.
Last evening the Bristol Train of Artillery held an adjourned annual meeting and elected Auditing Court Martial Entertainment Relief Ladies Aid and Repair Halland committees. Col Barrett appointed Graham as Armorer and Usher as Quartermaster with officers to serve until a future meeting. They planned to escort Babbitt Post on Memorial Day and declined an invitation to parade in Providence. A chowder was served and Corporal Gray was thanked for the entertainment.
Guardian announces appointment by Probate Court of Bristol Town for estates of Bury T Irene and John T Hackett minors of Bristol. Bonds posted as required and guardians notify all claimants to present claims within six months and all debtors to pay guardian.
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