Multiple Global Notes From Varied 19th Century Sources
The passage lists disparate items: U S pensioners total 965 783. Susan Hawley of Bridgeport poisoned by biting thread ends. death by suicide of Fort Wayne banker Simons due to overwork. a Seine propulsion using artificial wings and rotating wheel. Union Pacific to adopt the 24 hour system impacting railroads. Henry M Stanley at Amherst reports being recalled by the Belgian king. Boulak Egypt houses an ancient fresco of six geese. Buffalo receives natural gas from Bradford Penn 93 miles. a coming revolution in manufacture due to enterprise. a Newport woman about 80 disappears and may have died by own hand. letters imply self takedown. power issues for small industries with water steam and electricity. Paris rarefied air distribution and Birmingham compressed air systems with central pumping and steam power. the success of these systems remains unproven.
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Paris
Birmingham
Wesleyan Scientific Society and Notable 1887 Patents
England forms Wesleyan Scientific Society led by Rev W H Dallinger to promote practical science for amateurs beginners natural history exchange of ideas and useful facts. In the U S Agassiz Association claims 105000 members with monthly journals. Royal Meteorological Society notes a October gale tracking from Newfoundland to Holland with winds to 78 mph and heavy rain across Ireland Wales and SW England. Frank Lesuire's January 1887 Macazine opens with color frontispiece For the Pastor and articles on Salvation Army American Schools in the Turkish Empire Women of India and a new serial His Banner Over Me. Also Moscow its Churches and People and Not Found Out for youth. Patents list Rhode Island inventors including saddle for top rolls of spinning machines drill stock hinge joint butter worker bakers chain. total U S patents 425.
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Wesleyan Scientific Society
England
W. H. Dallinger
F. B.S
Agassiz Association
British Isles
Royal Meteorological Society
Geldeston
Scilly
Ireland
Wales
Frank Lesuim
Salvation Army
Booth
J. F. Rigga
India
F. A. Mathews
Mr. Powell
Alfred Tennyson
Thomas Powell
Moscow
C.J. Black
Joseph Barnby
United States Patent Office
Rhode Island
Prat
Franklin H. Hough
F Street
N. W
Washington, D. C
Ezra Dison
Richard J. Baker
Providence
Geo. Becker
E. W. “Crouch
Hopkinton
Oliver Liberty
Wwoonsocket
Bakers
W. A. Peck
United State
Fire at Franklin Street home spares occupants amid kerosene lamp accident
Major Grady and his son helped extinguish a blaze at Richard R. B. Clark's residence on Franklin Street after a kerosene lamp fell to the floor igniting a large flame and dense smoke. Clark and his wife were bedridden and could not escape. neighbors used water and snow to control the fire.
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John J A. O. Grady
Bay ‘View Avenue
Franklin Street
Richard RB
Clark
Major Gladding
Cleveland Paraphrases and Presidents in Mourning Dramatize Private Beliefs
A clipped reminiscence discusses President Cleveland and his alleged paralysis as a factor in his political future. It notes the somber stagecraft of the White House, the deaths of Democratic candidates, and a New York congressman's final plea to Gen Bragg regarding a monument bill.
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Secor
Clevel
Jefferson
Congress
D Filment
Cleveland
Edbe
Whits
Grant
Hendricks
Arthur
Seymour
McClellan
Hancock
Tilden
Capitol
Dawdney
New York
General Grant
Riverside Park
Gen. Bragg
Viele
Bragg
Christmas decorations and festive recipes in old notes
The piece discusses holiday adornments using ferns roses chrysanthemums and evergreen wreaths for church and home decor. It then offers simple Christmas recipes such as toasted almonds as an appetizer and mashed potatoes with browned topping. A death notice for Mr Rufus K. Garland and a pathology report are also mentioned.
James Pyle’s Peatline Promoted as Easy Wash Aid
The Bruxparp article lauds Universally re commended James Pyle’s Peatline as the best invention for washing in any water. It claims no soap is needed and fabrics and hands are unharmed, with thorough cleaning. Buyers are warned to beware imitation products sold by grocers.
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Bruxparp
James Pyle
Peatline
Forefathers Day Observance Noted In Town
Ex Governor A O7 Bourn sailed from Havre for home last Saturday. The fall term of public schools closed Friday, to be followed by a two week vacation. The District Court did not convene Monday due to Judge Bosworth's illness.
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Bourn
Harve
Seasion
Bosworth
Revival Meetings At Christian Church Continue
Revival meetings at the Christian Church proceed with attendees converted and others reclaimed, strengthening the congregation and spiritual life of the community.
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Christian Church
Temperance Address by Rev H W Conant at Congregational Church
Reverend H W Conant of Providence delivered a temperance address titled The Outlook and Duty of the Hour at the Congregational Church last Sunday evening. Inclement weather reduced the attendance.
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H. W. Conant
Providence
Congregational Church
Window pane shattered and $40 worth of goods stolen
Last Sunday afternoon a large pane of glass in the show window of Mr Geo. H. Farrington at 100 Hope street was broken and about $40 worth of fancy articles and jewelry were stolen. A portion of the property has been recovered.
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Geo. H. Farrington
Hope Street
Visiting clergymen fill town pulpits Sunday
Visiting clergy preached at local churches on Sunday with Rev. H. W. Conant of Providence at State Street M. E. Church Rev. William N. Ackley of Warren at Trinity Church and Elder L. W. Smith of Boston at the Advent Chapel.
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H.W. Conant
Providence
State ‘Street M. E. Church
William N. Ackley
Warren
Trinity Church
L. W. Smith
Boston
Advent Chapel
Firemen Visit Babbitt Post Fair in Uniform Distinction
Several town fire companies attended the Babbitt Post fair Friday evening. The firefighters appeared in uniform and well turned out. Col. Eddy welcomed the guests and received a basket of flowers from the fire department members.
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Babbitt Post Fair
Col. Eddy
Fire at National Rubber Co. Soup Room damages stock
A fire alarm sounded shortly before 1 AM Monday at the National Rubber Co. Works in the building known as the soup room where old rubber is processed. The fire department arrived quickly and extinguished the blaze with limited loss, destroying some old material but not causing heavy damage.
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Bourn
National Rubber Co
Town Council Takes Up Mills Claim Then Delays Action
The Town Council met after adjournment to consider damages claimed by William S. Mills of Warren. Mills and his attorney were absent. the matter was laid on the table. About $31 in bills were approved and sent to the Auditor, and the Treasurer was authorized to borrow $10,000 for town use.
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William 8. Mills
Warren
Babbitt Post Fair and Bivouac Draws Crowd in Town Hall
The Babbitt Post Fair and Bivouac ran from Wednesday to Saturday at Town Hall drawing large, near capacity crowds each night. It raised about $600 net for the post, with the lead door prize an upright piano won by ticket No 1022.
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Town Hall
Reverend Baker Opens Bristol County Agency for Platform Echoes
Rev. P. M. Baker of Warren has secured the agency for Bristol county to sell Platform Echoes or Living Truth for Head and Heart by John B. Gough. The 639 page work is printed on fine paper with 227 engravings, many full page. Pastor W. Bow man commends the book as a lasting edition of Gough’s influence. Baker will begin canvassing for subscribers at once.
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P. M. Baker
Warren
Bristol County
John B. Gough
W. 8. Bowman
Weber Lady Quartette Delights Town Hall Audience
The Weber Lady Quartette gave a charming concert in Town Hall on Tuesday evening. A large attentive audience praised each selection with frequent applause and several encores. The performance of Robin Adair by the quartet stood out as the after piece of the evening. Members include Miss Lou A Baker first soprano Miss Emma J Gallon second soprano Miss Belle J Ballon first alto and Miss Emilie J Rich second alto with Miss Lulu Schmitt as pianist.
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Weber Lady Quartette
Town Hall
Robin Adair
S Quartette
Lou A. Baker
Emma J. Allon
Belle J.ballon
Emilie J. Rich
Lulu Schmitt
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