Bristol D A R Chapter Meets At Home Of Vice Regent
Bristol Chapter D A R held its regular monthly meeting at Vice Regent Q A Johnsons home yesterday afternoon. Delegates to the National Congress were announced: Regent A G Easterbrooks delegate, F M Dixon regents alternate, Wm M Ransom delegates alternate, Samuel W Church second alternate. Mrs Orrin L Bosworth gave an original paper Colonial Days in Bristol. Ten was served after, with America sung to close the patriotic exercises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bristol
D.A. R
Q. “A. Johnson
G. Easterbrooks
F. .M. .Dixon
Wm. M
Ransom
Samuel"w. Church
Orrin L. Bosworth
Easterbrooks Observe 85th Wedding Anniversary at Home
Mr and Mrs Crawford L Easterbrooks celebrated their 85th wedding anniversary Friday at their High Street home. A pleasant evening featured a fine collation. They wed February 5 1874 at State Street M E Church parsonage by Rev W T Harlow. Mrs Easterbrooks was formerly Susan GO Diman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crawford L. Easterbrooks
High Street
State Street
M. E
W.T. Harlow
Coming Events Schedule For February
A series of social, memorial, and organizational events are listed for February. Activities include a Recital at the Hotel Belvedere, vestry sale at First Baptist Church, opening meeting of Babbitt Post in G A R Hall, Good Time Club social, Lincoln Memorial Service at First Baptist, Invention Woman's Relief Corps meeting, rummage sale by Lieutenant Bennett Camp No 8, State Encampment at Bristol Opera House, K L G A R encampment, Robert Emmet Literary Association annual hall, and Washington Ball hosted by Artillery unit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Armory
1St Divison
R. L
Hotel Belvedere
Mildred Usher Gorham
First Baptist Church
Philathea
Babbitt Post
G. A. BR. Hall
G.A
DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills Ad Threats Delays
Just the time of year when you are most likely to have kidney or bladder trouble with rheumatic pains due to weak kidneys. Delays are dangerous. Get DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills and be sure you get what you ask for. They are the best pills for weak back urinary disorders. They are antiseptic and act promptly. We sell and recommend them, W. H. Buffington.
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DeWitt
W. H. Buffington
Portsmouth Coal Mine Progress Report From Underwater Pumps
The Portsmouth coal mine shows two bores 600 yards apart connected by a 500 foot tunnel. Pumps at each bore discharge 400 gallons per minute, keeping water from the surface as they pump for months. A chemic al process may render the coal as pure as Pennsylvania coal. Walter Kerr of the Naval Coaling Station sampled coal that burned freely in a kitchen range. The mine, once worked by British soldiers, has seen various operators and is now backed by wealthy investors hoping for success.
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Portsmouth
Rooks
Buwisiess
Aracéno
Deana
Procerrt
Pennsylvania
Walter Kerr
United States
Naval Coaling Station
Bradford
Dhe
P.sample
Oscar M. Crandall
Sagamore
Lincoln Day Exercises at High School Centenary Program
Lincoln centenary program for Friday morning includes selections and readings by Miss Mary Easterbrooks and Daniel Morrissey, chorus performances of The Red White and Blue and The Banner of the Free, readings of Lincoln's Dream and The Flower of Liberty, original essays by Miss Mary Reynolds and Miss Bestie West, and remarks by Commander Rev H Peck Adgt Charles A Barbour and John P Reynolds Superintendent of Schools, with a National Flag Salute and The Star Spangled Banner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Easterbrooks
Daniel Morrissey
Gertrude Bunn
Banner of the Free
Glee Club
Samuel Isaacson
Flower of Liberty
Mary Reynolds
Walley School Eighth Grade Program Highlights
Walley School eighth graders perform a civic program under Principal John H. Bailey Jr and Assistant Miss Cora M Hill featuring songs and recitations. Highlights include America, To Arms, the Republic and The Gettysburg Speech with readings by Catherine Sanford Bertha Hagen Doris Buckley Georges Cady and Gladys Cobleigh. The program closes with The Star Spangled Banner and school songs.
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Walley School
John H. Bailey, Jr
Cora M. Hill
America
Catherine Sanford
Calvary Charge
John Condon
the Republic
Bertha Hagen
Ranitellange
Thomas Leahy
Lyon
Doris Buckley
L B. Munro, Jr
Gettysburg
Fatherland
the Picket Guard
Georges Cady
John Burns
Gladys Cobleigh
Allen's Foot-Ease Teaches Narrower Shoes Tip
If you are sensitive about shoe size, Allen's Foot-Ease offers reassurance that many can wear shoes a size smaller by sprinkling it into new shoes. A common patent leather and broken in shoes issue is addressed. advertised as the remedy for comfort. Sold everywhere for 2 cents.
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Allen
Tax Evasion and Real Estate Tax system critique
A Republican local politics letter argues excessive taxation fuels evasion and fraud. It cites Ivins on unpaid New York City taxes and a state assessment, contending real estate taxes fall most on middle and poorer classes. The author claims political will is needed to reform town finances and reduce waste.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. M. Ivins
Charter Revision Committee
City of New York
New York
Ivins
Festival at Sea Christian Church Sees School Exercises
The Phonii of January 1869 reports a Sabbath school festival at Sea Christian Church held midweek, opening with Scripture readings and prayer by Rev 1 tones, followed by songs and recitations directed by James P Pierce Esq. The event included an eloquent address by Rev George J Locke and concluded with refreshments and more singing.
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Phonii
Sabb
James. P. Piercé
George J. Locke
St. Michael's Church
Michael Donahue
Thames Street
Beautiful Winter Season Ends as Baxter Leaves Store
The passage notes A P Baxter abandons his Hope street shop but will still repair watches and jewelry at his Highland Constitution streets home. A Town Council adjourned meeting found annual appropriations in April 1878 would be short about $2500 for current expenses, with highway police and street light funds exhausted, prompting a special town meeting to consider the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. P. Baxter
Hope Street
Highland Constitution Streets
Attacks On Roosevelt Spark Public Debate
A commentary praises Theodore Roosevelts popularity and energy while noting his expansive public influence, calls his potential continuation risky, and explains why retirement appeared prudent. It contrasts detractors with sycophants and reflects on the transition ahead as America moves beyond a wartime era.
Doan's Kidney Pills Promise Kidney Relief
An advertisement explains kidney function and lists symptoms of trouble. It features a testimonial from John Schack of Bristol R. I. about Doan's Kidney Pills from J. H. Young & Co. and Foster Milburn Co. as US sole agents, priced 50 cents. The ad urges keeping kidneys healthy to avoid back pain dizziness and other issues.
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John Schack
Main St
Bristol
R. L
J. H. Young & Co
Deslera
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Doan
Y M C A Notes Prominent February Events
The Phi Alpha Pi Fraternity plans a valentine reception in the fraternity room on Saturday February 18 1909. A Sunday school teachers class grows beyond capacity with 84 present last week and Mr McVay teaches a valued lesson. The student bible class meets Wednesdays at 8 p.m. on Life Problems. The boys bowling tournament has begun with prizes planned for top teams. The “Big Girous” will be held in the Y M C A gym on Thursday evening February 18 with a side show at Rockwell Hall at 7 30 p.m. The main show starts at 8 15 featuring clowns and gymnasts for an evening of fun. Tickets are on sale now and limited.
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Phi Alpha Pi Fraternity
Rockwell Hall
Star Theater Shows Draw Crowds. Matinees to Start
Crowded houses praised Friday and Saturday performances at the Star. A new matinee schedule begins Monday Wednesday and Saturday at 8 p.m. A special Lincoln birthday matinee is planned. The Base Ball Fan extra airs tonight and Wednesday night, with new songs twice weekly and careful crowd control for families and ladies. The program promises a strong show for Friday and Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
New York-Chicago
Installation of Officers at Bristol Commandery No. 821
Bristol Commandery No 821 U O G O held an evening meeting in Odd Fellows Hall to install officers led by Grand Commander William J Payne of Crown Commandery Providence and Duncan McPhearson of Northern Star Commandery Providence with Deputy Grand Commander W H Maxfield. Committees on Finance and Good at the Order were named by Commander Darling including W B Spooner Miss Hannah W Maxfield Lewis B Waldron Edith Maxfield Mrs Mary O Moffitt F O Saliman. Grand Officers spoke and a social time followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bristol Commandery
Odd Fellows Hall
William J. Payne
Crown Commandery
Providence
Duncan McPhearson
Northern Star
Grand Herald
W. H. Maxfield
N.O
Henry M. Darling
W. P
DeWitt E. Bolster
W. T
Edith A. Maxfield
F. K
KF. A. Tallman
W. H
William B. Spooner
W.L G
Mary ©. Moffitt
Fred L. Warner
Hugh Moffitt
Darling
W. B. Spooner
Hannah W. Maxfield
Lewis B. Waldron
Edith Maxfield
Mary O. Moffitt
F. O. Saliman
Carnival of Nations at St Marys Auxiliary
Members of the Ladies Auxiliary to St Marys A. L. Society plan a carnival of nations at G A R Hall on Monday evening February 15. Attendees will wear national costumes, enjoy a supper of salads cakes and ice cream, and watch a minstrel show by the auxiliary followed by a grand march and dancing. Committees expect a grand success and public support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies’ Auxiliary
St. Mary's
L. A
G.A. R. Hall
Cure Rheumatism Inside With Urio-O Remedy
An advertisement touts Urio-O as a swift internal treatment for rheumatism and uric acid flow. It claims relief for sciatica muscular inflammatory and articular rheumatism, markets bottles at 75 cents and 1.00, and offers a trial bottle free via The Smith Drug Co of Syracuse New York with local recommendation by J H Young & Co.
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Philo Hay Spec. Co
Newark
N. J
Smith Drag Co
Smith Bldg
Syracuse
N. Y
J. H. Young & Co
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