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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1904
Page
2
A Bristol observer notes six Hope Street stores close from 12 to 1 pm. A local merchant defends noon hours if profitable, cites slow business, and critiques “first families” with dubious accounts while urging residents to buy local or in city. He warns distrustful bookkeeping and shifts blame to shoppers.
Be Quick. Not a minute should be lost when a child shows symptoms of croup Chamberlain's Cough Remedy given as soon as hoarseness appears will prevent the attack It never fails and is pleasant and safe to take Forsale by W H Buffington.
A Bristol columnist argues about competition between home merchants and city stores. He cites price discrepancies, shopper habits, especially among women, and the need for local merchants to stock, advertise, and engage customers. He urges residents to support Bristol businesses and notes shared blame for the town’s prosperity.
In our last issue we noted poor methods for waking public paths through snow. We now give credit to the highway department for excellent paths made Sunday after the heavy snowfall. A pair of horses with a wide snow plow cut good paths across town. A plow crossed the town bridge, likely earning thanks from residents of Bristol Neck.
An adjourned meeting of the School Committee reviewed September minutes and approved records. Superintendent Reynolds reported most schools offer advanced classes with over 100 pupils enrolled. many to complete by February. Bristol teachers, all members of the Institute, have visited Normal school training sites and favor expansion. Bills totaling 3389698, including salaries, were approved. J H Morrissey renominated as numerator and truant officer. Arbor Day speaker Prof. Hodge of Clarke University Worcester invited for 1905.
January 16 Monday. Brother Against Brother. January 25 Wednesday. Maro the Magician. Opera House YMC A Star course. February 14 Saturday. Colonial O r chestral Club with Miss Mabel Fowler reader YMC A Star course.
An old ad touts LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE tablets promising a cure for a cold in one day. The copy claims a money back guarantee if it fails and attributes signature to W. Grove on each box.
Mrs. Nodd, the household cook, declines to wake before seven. Todd asks if she can delay briefly to allow time for the employer to rearrange business commitments.
A local notice advertises blank notes available at PHanix Office in any quantity starting from one. The ad emphasizes immediate pickup or delivery and invites buyers to inquire at the shop for pricing and options.
Bristol Post Office hours list express matter departure and arrival times. Local notices mention Christmas tree at Reverend Talbee’s home, church events, shop promotions, and community updates including fire company response, gas heating ads, retirement of Lt. Col. Callan, and holiday activities across Bristol with multiple names and addresses.
One hundred dollars reward for any catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, Ohio. Testimonials from West & Truax and Walpine, Kinnan & Marvin vouch for Cheney. Cure taken internally. price 76 cents per bottle. Sold by all druggists. Also Call's Family Pills advertised as best.
Parlor Pride Stove Polish offers a liquid ready shine for stoves needing no water or mixing. A few drops yield a brilliant lustre with no soiled hands and no paste residue over time. Sold by all dealers, including T. J. Connery and D. G. Lebb in Bristol.
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