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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1904
Page
2
The President urges legal labor organization rights while condemning violence. He warns against drastic action against trusts, calling national action essential. The message lauds irrigation benefits and forest preserves, and stresses higher morale among federal agents.
Be Quick. Not a minute should be lost when a child shows symptoms of croup Chamberlains Cough Remedy given as soon as the child becomes hoarse, or even after the croupy cough appears, will prevent the attack. It never fails, and is pleasant and safe to take Forsale by W H Buffington.
The address outlines Congress duty to the District of Columbia and federal agencies, urges curbing delays in criminal prosecutions, and strengthens armed forces. It defends Filipinos as unfit for independence yet capable of ascent with U S guidance, calls for immigration reform to curb fraud, and proposes strict election laws requiring disclosure of campaign contributions and expenditures.
The public in Bristol urges the consolidated railroad to run large cars between Bristol and Providence, as now used to Fall River. The extra capacity is prized for more passenger space and improved ride, with toilet facilities on the route deemed essential in modern travel.
A local joker describes slipping on hidden ice and striking his head on the sidewalk. He recalls the Prodigal Son parable about the father rushing to embrace his son, saying the incident briefly jogged his memory and prompted a chuckle as he moved on.
The State Board of Pharmacy sent out 139 decoy prescriptions to Chicago druggists this week. Of these, 23 had no trace of the drug, 64 were 80 percent impure, 10 were 20 percent impure, and only 8 were pure. The board will prosecute 100 druggists for selling impure drugs.
The State Returning Board finished counting ballots for state officers Tuesday afternoon. Governor Garvin lost 53 votes while Lieut. Gov Utter gained 68 votes, a net gain of 121 for Utter, who was declared elected governor by a plurality of 842.
On the feast of the Immaculate Conception mass was held at St Marys Church at 5 and 8 am. In the evening a large crowd witnessed a procession of about seventy children led by ten altar boys and Miss May Brogan who crowned the Virgin. Fr Downing preached, benediction followed, and the event showcased disciplined church children.
In this town, December 6, Ciro Catapano aged 17 years 2 months died. In New Orleans, November 29, Irving Young formerly of this town died at age 22.
Public notice urges early treatment with Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy to ward off attacks. The advertisement claims hundreds use it with perfect success and lists W. H. Bolington as seller.
Public notices list Bristol post office hours for mail arrivals and closings, Earle & Prew express outward times, and holiday related reminders. Local news mentions Christmas shopping at Suzman’s, church services at Bristol Pentecostal, school closures for teachers, and community updates on gas heating, deaths, birthdays, lodge meetings, and military and social events.
Parlor Pride Stove Polish offers liquid ready to use with a few drops for a brilliant lustre. No water or mixing needed and no dried paste remains after use. Sold by dealers, Bristol by T J Connery and I G Lebb.
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