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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1906
Page
2
A 1906 report notes a wave of terrorism sweeping Russia, claiming autocracy sows wind and reaps whirlwind. It cites a refined woman whipped by soldiers for a jok ing remark about the Czar's troops, arguing loyalty based on fear is weak patriotism.
The Hydraulion Veteran Firemen Association joined yesterday’s muster of the New England Veteran Firemen association. Hydraulion Engine No. 1 led the procession from the Hydraulions station on Franklin Street to the depot with 50 veterans in line. St Mary's Fife and Drum Band accompanied the marchers. The playout show saw 174 feet 334 inches by Hydraulion. Fire King of Pawtuxet won $200 with a 234 feet 934 inch record. Hancock No. 1 Brockton won $150 with 284 feet 6% inches. Geyser East Providence took $100 with 234 feet 94 inch. Enterprise No. 2 Osmpello earned $50 with 225 feet 51 inches.
Comrade Lewis Barry of the Soldiers Home was adjudged insane at a special District Court session by Judge Bosworth after testimony by Dr. A. M. Merriman and Dr. W. Fred Williams. Barry, who served in Company J of the Twelfth Rhode Island Volunteers, was admitted to the Home last December from Marinville and was later moved to the State Hospital by Capt. John H. Morrissey.
A brief note states that in this state a five days' notice is not required for eviction of a cold. It mentions Kenedy's Laxative Honey and Tar laxative cough syrup sold by W. 4. Baffington with a caution against opiates.
A long stream of local news items lists schedules, visits, entertainments, and public events. Highlights include the Saint Michael church clambake, arrangements for the Hart Adams band concert, the Kiokemuit Grange event, and plans for Blithewold reconstruction, with numerous social visits and town happenings.
The advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as a constitutional remedy that cures catarrh by acting on the blood and mucous surfaces. It claims to strengthen the body's constitution and offers one hundred dollars to any case it cannot cure, with testimonials available. Also mentions Hall's Pills for constipation.
Rev H A Cornell of Providence will preach at the Baptist church on Sunday. Rev Henry A Stevens of Brighton Mass will preach at the Congregational church. Stevens previously served as pastor here from 1881 to 1896. Rev Mr Perry of the Boston Store Providence will speak at State Street M E church in the morning program.
A letter to F M. Dimond extols Devoe paint by comparing it to muslin cloths of varying widths and wear. It argues that wider cloth or paint saves gallons, lasts longer, and looks fresh longer, boosting perceived value. The ad closes with a sales call via Congdon & Carpenter Co. and a stray summer boarder query about berries.
A New York syndicate sent out photographs of Senator Wetmore and Col Colt with captions linking Colt to Senator Aldrich and labeling Wetmore’s bid for reelection as a high-stakes political fight. The message frames Colt as allied with Rhode Island power brokers and aims to influence Wetmore’s challenge to the junior seat.
Amherst professor notes a man needs a digestive system and moral fiber to live well. The ad promotes Kodol ForDyapepsia as a corrective after overeating, claiming it digests what you eat and urging daily care for digestion.
The Bristol Chapter D A R hosts a Friday 3 p.m. whist at Hotel Belvedere Roof Garden. A lawn party by Babbitt Post G A R and Relief Corps follows on Aug 92. A clambake at Kickemnit Grange East Warren under Ivy Guild auspices is set for Aug 25. An Aug 29 excursion by State Street M E Church Sunday School sails to Newport on Steamer Saga more.
A scrambled notice references Comrade Garris and a Soldier named M J Dunbar connected to Bristol. It mentions a prior year and locations including 1 Road Stresbs Bristol. The legibility is limited but identifies individuals and a place in a formal public notice style.
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