Body found in harbor near Ushers Drive under west-side pier
The body of Charles F. Brown was recovered Wednesday morning on the harbor's west side near Ushers Drive. Medical Examiner Dr. W. Fred Williams ruled accidental drowning after the body was brought to Town wharf, with Brown entangled by the boat anchor warp. Roy Dunbar injured his knee diving from Lawless pier. Dr. Seigel fixed with five stitches. Arthur E. Bowler received an 18-foot mahogany pig from the Dreadnaught Hook, Ladder and Hose Company. Capt. J. H. Morrissey of the Bristol police captured a pickpocket at Crescent Park as he attempted to steal an elderly man's pocketbook from William H. Toy of Providence. The thief was turned over to Park police.
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Phoenix
Charles F. Brown
Ushers Drive
W. Fred Williams
Roy Dunbar
Morrissey
Park
William H. Toy
Rask Street
Providence
Phoenix Daily Population Note 1890
From the Phoenix on Saturday July 26 1890 a brief population note outlines town growth and demography. It records current resident counts and comparative increases from prior years, highlighting shifts in settlement patterns and urban development indicators.
Excursion Steamer Carries Passengers Amid Town Events
Report describes a 200 passenger Odd Fellows excursion on the steamer Hope and notes Pay Day at Rubber Works with about $16 000 paid to employees. Welcome visitors from Worcester and Newark. Rev Rafferty to officiate at St Marys during pastor’s Ireland trip. Barricade removal reveals new fine stores in Capt Collins block Hope Street.
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Hope
Odd Fellows
William
Matthews
E. x ‘Emmons
Jérsey City N. J
Fr. Rafferty
Providence
St. Mary’s Church
P. McCabe
Ireland
Capt
Bradford Street
Collin’s Park
Advertisement Brags About No Mosquitoes Rivaled by Refusal
In a blunt exchange a speaker asserts the ad promises no mosquitoes while another retorts that the insects do appear and will not stay away, underscoring a clash over advertised pest control claims. The dialogue captures a rural voice and a challenge to consumer assurances.
New Disease Poliomyelitis An Inch Lost To Fear And Rumor
The Newport News reports the death of William A Toole as part of a rising concern over acute poliomyelitis anterior. Doctors note the disease, known for 60 or 70 years, appears sporadic with cases in Fall River Springfield and Newport. Uncertain if infectious or contagious, experts urge caution and self care while monitoring spreads.
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Newport News
William A. Toole
Springfield
Mass
Newport
Fall River
State Boards of Health
Massachusetts
Rhode Island
Ridlon
Providence
Island Park
Tiverton
Knicker and Bocker Breeze Through Ocean and Dusty Winds
Knicker and Bocker face alternating ocean breezes and dusty land winds in a playful exchange. The dialogue contrasts sea air with dry ground, capturing a lighthearted scene of gusty conditions.
Cure Your Kidneys Kidney Pills Promote Kidney Function
Public notice style advertisement claiming Doan's Kidney Pills cure kidney complaints including back ache urinary disorders and headaches. Cites a Bristol testimonial from John Holmes of 220 Thames St describing relief after using the product. Sold by all dealers price 65 cents Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole agents. Remember the name Doan's.
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Dean
Bright
Bristol
John Holmes
Thames St
R.L
Doan
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Burnside tax collector announces 1910 due dates
The collector of taxes for Burnside announces August and September office hours from 9 am to noon and 2 to 6 pm, with September 26 to October 1 evenings 7 to 9 pm. A 6 percent discount applies to payments made by October 1, 1910. Taxes paid after October 1 but before November 1, 1910 incur 6 percent interest, with tax bills issued on request. George H. Peck, Collector.
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Burnside Memorial Building
Cami
To & Peter « Ss
George H. Peck
Obituary of Edward M Spooner Jr in Bristol and Southport burial
Edward M Spooner Jr died a week ago at Melrose Massachusetts at age 56 or 57. He was born July 2, 1854 in Bristol son of Edward M and Caroline Chace Spooner. He worked at National India Rubber in Bristol then in Naugatuck Connecticut a rubber factory then in Malden boot maker with Boston Boot and Shoe Company. He later became an invalid from spinal disease. He leaves a widow a daughter Carrie E Sandford and a brother Frank E Spooner and half sister Miss Mary E Spooner. Funeral held July 28 at his home and burial in Southport Conn.
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Edward M.spooner, Jr
Melrose
Maso
Mr. Spooner
Edward M
Caroline (Chace) Spooner
National India Rubber Company
Naugatuck
Conp
Cliftondale
Mass
Frank E. Spooner
Mary E. Spooner
Spooner
Bristol
Southport
Conn
Miss Grace Maud Clark Dies After Tuberculosis Ailment
Miss Grace Maud Clark aged 28 dies at her parents home 67 Church street after a year long illness. Born January 13 1882 in Fulton Oswego County New York she lived in Bristol about 18 years. She worked as a clerk for F M Dimond until March 21 last. Survived by parents George and Elizabeth Clark sister Gertrude B Clark and brother Frank E Clark a State street photographer. Funeral at 4 PM tomorrow at Church Street residence Rev George L Locke will conduct with burial at North Cemetery.
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Grace Maud Clark
Church Street
Miss Clark
Fulton
Oswego County
New York
George
Elizabeth Clark
Bristol
F. M. Dimond
Reba Rebekah
Gertrude B. Clark
Frank E. Clark
State Street
George L. Locke
St. Michael’s Church
North Cemetery
Matron of Home for Aged Women Dies at 70
Mrs Jane Matilda Bowler former matron of the Home for Aged Women died at the institution about 3 pm yesterday of apoplexy in her 70th year. Born in Smithfield RI she was married to William Francis Bowler in 1868 and lived on Bristol Neck. She served as matron for 11 years and was cherished by inmates and friends. Survived by sister Mrs Orrin Smith and brother James W Williams, she was active in church and charity work. Funeral Sunday at 2 pm from 953 Hope Street with burial at North Cemetery.
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Jane Matilda Bowler
Bowler
Smithfield
R. L
Benjamin Franklin
Freelove Williams
Roger Williams
William Francis Bowler
Bristol Neck
Orrin Smith
Pawtucket
Janes’ VV. Williams
Providence
State Street M. K
Epworth League and
Ladies’ Aid Society
Frank T. Kinnicutt
Hope Street
Coming Events Notice Preview in Garden Benefit and Excursions
A series of community events listed including Miss Mary Agnes Best of New York City charity reading in Mrs. Charles B. Rockwell's garden for Children Home on Aug 5 at 4 pm, Bristol Chapter 8 A R g on Aug 6, Field Day of waited Brothers Lodge 18 I O on Aug 18, Newport moonlight excursion on Aug 19, Fifth annual clambake for Eagles at Gooding's grove on Aug 21, Newport excursion around Atlantis on Aug 22, and Colt Memorial High School Supper and Sale under Senior Class auspices on Sept 7.
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Mary Agnes Best
New York City
Atory
Saganioré
Gooding’s Grove
Gooding Avenue
Newport
Atlantis
Colt Memorial High School
Olas
Witty Exchange Sparks Between Barber and Publisher
A brief humorous dialogue features a barber offering a second pass for the patron’s face, a exchange about magazines at Winks, and a Prosperous Publisher asking about writing timing. A faint poet answers that writing comes before meals unless he’s eating.
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Winks
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Yeu
W. H. Buffington
Hile May Spec. Co
Newark
N. J
U. S.A
Buffington Drug Store
Pure Food Store
S. Rae & Co
Art and Freres
Barton & Guestier Bot
Neluska Oil
Fe Ae Ata
Pee Age ' Hi
A. J Oh
Meek
R. le
Aves
Edward M. Spooner, Jr
Lenox Soap
Rhode Island State College
State College
Kingston, R. I
George Jamies
W. Simmons
Emma E. Carey
Epoperetar
Constitution
G. M. Wilbur
Kaliding
John Temple Drury
Elizabeth L. F. Cary
Wake
Rogers & Allen’s School
New England
Rogers & Allen's School
South Main St
Fall River, Mass
Star
Merchants and Miners Trans, Co
Norfolk
Baltimore
Philadelphia
A. L Bongartz
James Barry
R.I
Bristol, R. I
L. Angell
Randall & Randall
Bishindhani
Rooden Island
Butler Exchange
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