First Bristol press run on steam power Triumph press
The Feb 1896 issue notes Bristol residents’ surprise at the Phoenix printing on a modern steam powered Cottrell Triumph press marking a milestone in local newspaper production. The article also analyzes the New York tied 4 percent loan bids, Morgan and Stewart syndicates, and the strong domestic capital driving bond demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bristol
Man Power
PaHa@nix
Cottrell
Boston Herald
New York
Boston
Morgan
Stewart
Hanover National Bank
Wbids Ofrinic News Biglandere
United States
Dunraven's apology delayed
The item suggests Dunraven has issued an apology that has not yet reached its recipient, speculating that postal delays might be to blame for the overdue message.
Pastor Withdraws Resignation in Bristol Church Revival
Rev. H A Stevens declares he will remain at First Congregational Church after a public withdrawal of his previously tendered resignation. He cites divine guidance and the church’s good as guiding forces, noting burdens return and a strengthened resolve to lead with revived unity and faith.
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First Congregational Church
Hydraulion Ball Celebrates 34th Annual Fire Company Gathering
The Hydraulion Engine and Hose Co. No. 1 held its 34th annual ball at Artillery Armory Friday night. About sixty couples attended as Langataff's National band Orchestra played. Decorations and uniforms impressed guests, with a midnight supper and a 9 pm to 3 am schedule led by Mr and Mrs Philip Brady.
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Hydraulion Engine and Hose Co. No. 1
Artillery
Philip Brady
Daniel G. Coggeshall
Howard E. Manchester
Everett L. Church
James B. Brown
Thomas J. Meiggs
Walter H. Coggeshall
George P. King
George L.orwell
William B. Spooner
Langataff
National Band Orchestra
Bristol and
Warren
Bristol
G. A. R. Hall
Murphy & Munroe
Calerer
Hopkins
Odd Fellows
A. J.cushing
Orren T. Peterson
Amity Lodge
United Brothers
Bro. Peterson
Barrington
Herekigh Jackson Pitman
High Street
Mr. Pitman
Famous Canadian Jubilee Singers at Bristol Opera House
February 29 Bristol Opera House hosts the famous colored Canadian Jubilee Singers praised as the only Canadian Company appearing before Her Majesty the Queen and Royal Family. The concert features a 12 voice chorus a first class orchestra a male quartet a Lenny Lind soprano a boy bass a second bass and a sweet tenor soloist.
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Lenny Lind
Bristol Opera House
Arion Mandolin Club at Opera House Next Tuesday
The Arion Mandolin Banjo and Guitar Club assisted by Miss Williams reader will appear at the Opera House next Tuesday under King Philip Steam Fire Engine Co No 1. Testimonials praise the selections by the Arion Club and Miss Eloise Williams a graduate of Emerson College of Oratory her reading How the Squire Rode to His Death noted as especially fine.
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Arion Mandolin
Arion Banjo, Mandolin & Guitar Club
Boston
Eloise H. Williams
King Philip Steam Fire Engine Co
Bristol Leads Nation in Flag Display for Lincoln Birthday
The Union Defender's Day celebration committee aims for widespread flag visibility tomorrow. Bristol will be the first town in the country to observe Lincoln's birthday on such an extensive scale.
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Bristol
Lincoln
Birth Announcement for Bradford Colt Da Wolf
Dr Wolf at Providence reports the birth of a son to Mr and Mrs Bradford Colt Da Wolf on February 6. The family welcomes the new sibling with health notes and local joy.
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Dr Wolf
Providence
Bradford Colt da Wolf
Bristol and Picinity News Briefs Highlight Local Events
Local Bristol items report mail closings and openings, social visits, and upcoming events. Highlights include the Hart children recovering, a Valentine market, theater plans, and a district convention at the Opera House.
Catarrh Cure Promises $100 Reward for Cure
The advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as a constitutional remedy that treats the disease from within. It offers a $100 reward for any case it fails to cure, claims to strengthen the constitution, and directs readers to send testimonials to P J Creney & Co in Toledo.
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Frall
Hall
P.J. Creney &Co
Toledo
Burnside Lodge Bazaar Opens At G A R Hall
The grand bazaar of Burnside Lodge will be opened Friday evening at the G A R Hall. A sale of breakfast bacon marks down to 9c per lb this week promises unsold bargains in meat and groceries. Mr Cunningham, Paulmenas Skinner Jr resigns as Sunday school superintendent at the First Congregational Church after 16 years of service and a committee will select his successor. The school commends Mr Skinner for his long service and active involvement.
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Robert Emmett Literary Association
Artillery Armory
Alpine
James F. Swanson
New Valley School
F. T. Remieres
Naval Reserves
Pappoosesquaw
Washington
Office of Cranston Worsted Mills
M. Cunningham’s
State Street
Dennis O'Mara
O'Mara
Sto Joseph's Hospital
Providence
Warren
Burnside Lodge
G. A. R Hall
Cunningham
Paulmenas Skinner, Jr
First Congregational Church
Skinner
Ssinter
Canadian Jubilee Singers to Perform at Opera House
Rev Joseph Parker of City Temple London praises the Canadian Jubilee Singers and their concert at Bristol Opera House on February 29 as Bristol’s sole chance to hear the group. He testifies to their great ability and commends them to all who know him.
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Opera House
Bristol
Joseph. Parker
City Temple
London
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Bristol County
Bradford St
Farrally
Brothers
Puasix
Christol
Phoenix News
Phoentix
G W. Easterbrooks
Hope Street
Burgess
Dunn
Morgan Syndicate
Stewart Syndicate
Treasury
Congress
Europe
Dunraven
Pacnix
H A. Stevens
Mr. Stevens
John
Gaius
Stevens
Brethren and Sisters
Shelley
Church Building Society
F. M. Dimond
Smart
Hezekiah W. Church
Hattie Paull
Franklin Street
Capt
Morrissey
Hart
Steel
Alfred Smith
Russell Newman
Knights of Pythias
State Street M. E
A. W. Kingsley
Phoenix Office
Warren Foundry & Machine Co
Herreshoff Co.-Warren Gazette
Ben
Mount Hope Bay
Annie S. Peck
the Opera House
B. T. A. Veteran ‘Association
Active Company
H. A Stevens
P. J. McCarthy
St. Mary’s T. A. Society
Augustus Miller
Babbitt Post
James F.dewolf
Sons of Veterans
Grand Army Hall
Ancient
Order of United Workmen
Geo. F. Higgins
J. B.herrenboff
Bay View Avenue
Herreshoff
Mr. Beardsley
No. 15
J.B. Pollock
Clifford
Westborne Park Chapel
Patrick O'Rourke
Metacom Avenue
Frank Munro
Munro
Twox Brothers
Macomber
Camealong
FT. Remieres
Thomas Brightman
Hope
Church Streets
Co. B
Rockwell
Aquse
THE
Sears Ontesieatne
King Philip Company
Sheriff’s Sale
District Court
Cpt. Bist
A. D
Cudlahy Packing Company
Nebraska
Fall River
Massachusetts
Andrew J. Bullock
Mary J. Bullock
Britol
Rhode Island
Pauls
Court House
Usher Street
Nathan C. Bedell
Bedell
Philo V, Cady
Opera-House
Web
McCaw’s Cash Crocery & Market, Cor
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