Comrade George E Read Dies at Soldiers Home
Comrade George E Read of the Soldiers Home died Wednesday morning at about 9 30 o clock at age 73 after long illness. A Civil War Navy veteran he served on the USS Kearsarge which sank the CSS Alabama at Cherbourg June 11 1864. Read was admitted to the Home in 1906, left in 1909, and re admitted in March. He is survived by his wife and son. The body was taken to Riverside for funeral.
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Voomrade
George EB. Read
United States Navy
U. S
Kearsage
Alabama
Cherbourg
France
Comrade Read
Riverside
Successful Turkey Supper and Sale at First Congregational Church
The Memorial Chapel event by the Congregational Club raised over a hundred dollars. Decorated with red and green crepe and Christmas bella, the Knights of King Arthur organized the decor. Tables hosted by Miss Mabel Gardiner and a team of helpers served from 6 to 9 with waitresses from the club. The Fancy Articole, Oak, and Osody tables featured several ladies, while Ice Cream was run by Knights of King Arthur. Vaccaro Brothers orchestra provided music, and a Davidson prints sale complemented the evening.
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First Congregational Church
Congregational Club
Knights of King Arthur
Mabel Gardiner
Charles F. Dimond
Frank H. Buffington
Grace Paull
Harry T. Peterson
Charles Paull
E. K. Rey
Nolds
Clinton T. Sherman
Henry Barton
Oake
Elisha Hibbert
Miriam Skinner
Ethel Monro
Sarah Munro
Millie D. Church
Robert A. McCaughey
F. M. Dimond
Helen Waldron
Vaccaro Brothers
Davidson
Gale
Quote on stealing home in darkness sparks editor author exchange
The editor questions a writer about describing a steal home in darkness. The author replies that the darkness would have paused the game if it were worth it, implying the scene was not as shady as claimed. The exchange highlights tensions over sports commentary.
Trust Regulation Sparks Copper Market Debate
Daniel Guggenheim of the Smelter trust opposes government regulation of copper mining arguing private regulation wastes ore and richer ore is favored. He notes poorer ores could be profitable if prices were steadier, as current prices swing from 12 to 25 cents per pound. Socialists say trusts seeking regulation signal socialism’s rise.
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Daniel Guggenheim
Smelter Trust
Mr. Guggenheim
Funeral of James Connery Held at Local Church
The funeral for James Connery took place Wednesday morning at 8.80 o'clock from his late home. A requiem mass was celebrated at 9 o'clock by Rev. Thomas J. Gillan with the church choir directed by Edward F. Christie. Floral tributes were abundant. Bearers were William M. O Connery, William Connery, R. J. Connery, and Frank Conroy of Waites Spephass. Interment was at North Cemetery.
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James Connery
Thomas J. Gillan
Edward F. Christie
William M. Oconnery
William Connery
R. J. Connery
Frank Conroy
Waites S Pephass
North Cemetery
The Doctor's Question and Rexall Orderlies Ad
A doctor cites bowel regularity as key to health and promotes Rexall Orderlies as a gentle effective remedy. The ad claims they soothe the intestinal tract without purging or causing nausea and offer a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. Sold at The Rexall Store Hope Street.
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Rexall Orderlies
Rexall
Hope Drag Co
Hope Street
Odd Fellows Elect Officers in United Brothers Lodge 138
United Brothers Lodge 138 I O O F elected officers after a stormy meeting Tuesday. Noble Grand Peter Gasper heads a slate including John H. Bailey Jr as Vice Grand and William P. Paine as Recording Secretary. Induction ceremonies are set for next month with seven initiates this year.
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United Brothers Lodge
Noble Grand
Peter Gasper
Graud
John H. Bailey, Jr
William P. Paine
Amasa Williston
Frederick A. Tallman
Traatess
George A. Arnold
P. G.M
William J. Munro
Nathan W. Wright
Board of Grand Officers
Amity Lodge of Warren
Firemen Plan Turkey Suppers and Elections
Wednesday meetings of Dreadnaught Hook Ladder and Hose Company appointed Charles L Hammill Joseph Haines Robert Cooke and David Robertson to organize the annual turkey supper on January 12 a nominating committee was set to pick election candidates Hydraulion and Engine and Hose Company admitted a new member and voted to hold a turkey supper on January 4 with a committee to arrange the event.
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Hook, Ladder and Hose Company
Charles L. Hammill
Joseph Haines
Robert Cooke
David Robertson
Hydraulion and Engine and Hose Company
Christmas Toys Display Promises Bargains at Store
Jacob Molasey at 44 State Street promotes a holiday display with Green Trading Stamps and new goods daily. The ad lists ladies and children’s coats, infant wear, suits, dresses, caps, table linens, and overshoes, inviting shoppers to come see and save.
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Inunberman
Jacob Molasey
Vehicle light idea for blind boss
A suggestion to add a light to a vehicle is discussed but deemed impractical for a blind boss. The speaker notes they drive to town and questions usefulness, implying the boss cannot benefit from the light.
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George E. Read
Clevelands Superior Baking Powder
Buffington’s Pharmacy
Oliver Typewriter
Odd Fellows
Firemen’s Meeting
Providence
Liggetts
Coronet
Fenway
Maillards
Lowneys
Bakers
Apollo
Kodaks
ADAMS
Gillette
Hall & Lyon
New England
Ian
Small Flyon CO
Rexall Stores
Apothecaries
Lenox
Hermann Roser
Glastonbury
Conn
Star
Theatre Moving Pictures
Hope Grocery Store
Hope ST. Samuel Young, Prop
Hall & Lyon Co
United States
Roger & Gallet
Pinaud
Hourigant
Durham-Duplex
Ever-Ready
GEM
Auto-Strop
Waterman’s
Parker’s
ONOTO
Ayn ‘Gards
Scott
Fellow
Father John
Greene
Patch
Mellen’s
Carter
Fletcher
Parisian
Lyon's
Colgate’s Dental
Calder's
Hood’s
Consumers’ Rubber Co
Wood St
John Temple Drury
Drury
Canal Street
Edward B. Munro
Enbalmer & Funeral Director
Bristol
Hope St
Woonsocket
N. Main St
Wnonsocket
Church Street
Elizabeth L. F. Cary
C. W. Wall
Norfolk
Newport News
Baltimore
Bivens & Providence
Philadelphia
Wipshaetler
A. L. Bongcartz
Yall River
Mace
James Barry
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