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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1926
Page
4
The Minor Industrial Trust Company as guardian presents its first and final account for the estate of Elizabeth Colt. The court refers the matter to December 20, 1926, for consideration and orders notice to be published weekly for fourteen days in the Bristol Phenix. John W Church Clerk.
In Bristol on November 23 1926 Roswell C Colt petitions to appoint guardians for Elizabeth Colt a minor daughter of Roswell Colt and Dorothy HB Colt deceased Aquidneck National Exchange Band and Savings Company of Newport Rhode Island proposed guardian of estate for Elizabeth Colt the matter set for December 20 1926 at 10 o clock A M and notice to be published for fourteen days in Bristol Phoenix as required by law.
Herbert F Newman, administrator, presents his final account for Carrie M Newman late of Bristol deceased. The court receives it for allowance and sets a hearing for December 20 1926 at 10:00 AM in the Probate Court Room Bristol. Notice to be published weekly for fourteen days in the Bristol Phoenix.
A student of political philosophy notes Aristotle's view that imperial strength rests on youth education. The line emphasizes the link between learning and governance in shaping nations.
A concise reflection on fiscal duty noting that nations rest on arms and armies sustained by pay, both arising from taxes. The line underscores that without taxation, governance and defense cannot endure.
A brief notional item notes that widespread car use extends shoe life yet spends saved money on gasoline, reflecting a Boston Daily context. The piece juxtaposes footwear wear with fuel costs, implying consumers weigh tradeoffs between comfort and travel expenses.
A corked bottle hurled into the Atlantic near Floris traveled about 2000 miles and washed up on a bench at Treland ten months later, carrying a tale of long ocean voyage and distance.
A large attendance at the Christmas sale held by the Congregational Club at Rogers Memorial Chapel of the First Congregational Church yesterday from 4 to 8 pm. Miss Miriam J. McCaughey led the grab table with Mrs Herbert Newman and Miss Cathleen Barton assisting. Mrs James Edge presided as general chair, with multiple club members staffing fancy, cake, candy, sandwich and tea tables and a group of waitresses named in the program.
The Mephisto Club will be transformed into Olympus Palace No 13 by the Junior Order Princes of Syracuse on Monday evening at G A Hall. Special Deputy Supreme Regent George R. Fish will institute the palace with Burnside Lodge officers assisting. A street parade and social follow the installation of officers from Pythian Lodges and Temples in this domain.
The notice lists Grantham Hirons of Pawtucket Rhode Island and Ruth Borden Weaver residing at 202 High Street this town as seeking marriage intentions. The filing appears at 328 Pawtucket Avenue for verification.
Fragmentary text notes discuss farms and harvest aspects with unclear references to rats and pecisen farms. The passage hints at cultivation practices and regional farming terms but lacks coherent details or identifiable entities.
If all London refuse were burned in modern destructors it is estimated electricity worth 720 000 000 year could be produced making waste an energy source.
Authorities warn excess uric acid stems from faulty kidney action and toxicity causes sore joints backache and headaches. Doan's Pills, a stimulant diuretic, are recommended to support kidneys and ease symptoms. local endorsements noted.
Historical note explains viaducts as bridgelike arches spanning valleys or obstacles for passage and support. It contrasts with bridges described in broader terms and mentions animals vehicles and water flow transmission. It notes a viaduct’s masonry form and railway use as an example.
Ruskin argues that life’s obligations bind all, and a person who feels superior yet withholds help commits injury. The passage emphasizes reciprocal kindness as a social duty and condemns arrogance in denying assistance.
A reflection on why some people fail to realize their dreams as they continue to dream without taking action. The message centers on turning intention into steps and overcoming paralysis by planning and effort.
The report notes Spekes avoiding the British Isles with emphasis on Scotland being free from snakes, while England has only two knownSpekes sightings.
Quote attributed to Pythagoras emphasizes self mastery as the foundation of freedom. The maxim urges individuals to govern their desires and impulses before seeking autonomy or influence over others.
A discussion notes that a person described as having an added appetite may be inaccurate. It argues that many birds consume several times their own weight daily, illustrating the misleading nature of the description.
The bridal party paraded with the Church of the Advent choir in vestments as they entered the ceremony. A lone choir member carried an old bridal chain aloft, signaling tradition amid the festive procession in Cincinnati.
Susan Ellen Johnson of Bristol Rhode Island seeks letters of administration with will annexed for the estate of James Peters late of North Reading Middlesex Massachusetts. The court orders fourteen days of notice in the Bristol Phenix starting November 19, 1928 and December 3 1928.
An instrument purporting to be the last will of Margaret R. McLaughlin of Bristol is presented for probate. The matter is referred to December 6 1926 at 10 AM for probate consideration with notice ordered to be published for fourteen days in the Bristol Phoenix beginning November 19 1926 and continuing weekly through December 3.
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