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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1910
Page
3
A historical advertorial claims Beecham's Pills remedy a range of ailments by addressing the cause. It purports to start the bowels, stimulate the liver, sweeten breath, cleanse blood, tone the stomach, clear the head, improve appetite, and bring restful sleep as the public’s oldest and best corrective medicine.
April 29 Friday evening an annual inspection of the First Division R L N B at the Naval Reserves Armory followed by an open maps title by Babbitt Post in the G A R Hall. May 8 begins a series of weekly hops at Institute Hall Warren under Sunnybrook Social Club. May 4 Wednesday evening a dance at G A R Hall under Pickles and Rounds auspices. Also May 4 a rummage sale by Bristol Chapter D AB in State street store formerly T J Connery’s market. May 5 Thursday evening closing reception of Miss Mildred Usher Gorham’s class in dancing at the G A R Hall.
A brief excerpt from Walter Wellman in the American Review of Reviews May discusses Colonel Roosevelt's expected behavior if asked to stand aside for Taft. It argues there is no personal rancor, but Roosevelt would not endorse a second Taft term, keeping to a policy of political non interference.
Public auction to resolve a mortgage on Antone Oliver property in Bristol. The sale, set for Wednesday May 18 1910 at 12 15 p m, occurs under the mortgage dated July 24 1901 and described as lots 8 and surrounding land on the plat The Word Plat 18 18 05 May }
The Mellifluents defeated the Hayseeds last evening in a three game sweep. The winners racked up five singles of 100 or more and Herrmann totaled 802. Scores follow.
The funeral for Mrs Annie Elizabeth Tallman widow of Charles J Tallman was held at her Portsmouth home and later at the Mortuary Chapel of the North Cemetery. Rev Dr Locke of St Michael's Church officiated. She was 71 with a long life in town and leaves two brothers, a son and friends who mourn her.
The First Light Infantry Regiment presents Molly the Major at Providence Opera House on May 6 7 with Bristol crowds urged to attend. Local soloist George Warren sings the Guard Song. Alfred G Chaffee wrote the music. Elwood Bostwick and William Harkins Lynn handle staging and dance. Directors include Capt Frank R Hunter. Rhode Island scenes feature songs such as My Call Two Arms Party from Parry and The Governor's Song. Matinee Saturday has no special price.
Wallace Hatch of the Rhode Island Anti Tuberculosis Association urges enforcement of the Anti-Spitting Law or adoption of Pittsburg and Washington short skirts to prevent disease spread. Critics debate sunlight as a disinfectant while sidewalks and streets remain hazards amid calls for cleaner areas for children.
A letter to the editor argues for sanitary drinking fountains in Rhode Island public schools to curb disease spread from shared cups. It cites examples from Rochester to Washington, detailing how cups foster bacteria and illnesses, while fountains and personal cups reduce risk. The piece notes janitorial hygiene, noncup methods, and universal health benefits for students.
The Bristolian cites a view that paying to protect public health yields long term social benefits, noting especially the vulnerable child who is not yet capable of full reasoning. It argues prevention pays twice over in safeguarding future generations.
A sharp, intense feline is praised for quick thinking and swift action. Nine times out of ten she can whip anything twice her size, driven by a nearly maniacal focus and unmatched agility.
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