Insurance papers record from February 18 1908
A fragment notes Easterbrooks and O H Bickford with J E Simmons H Hammill W H Bell in a list of insurance papers dated Tuesday February 18 1908. The readable items imply a local record or docket entry.
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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1908
Page
2
Republican Town Committee Endorses Council Tickets
The Republican Town Committee endorsed a Town Council slate led by Walter E Munroe with Dr RK Church Joseph E Simmons Charles S Cummings and Edward E Wilkinson. George A Arnold was endorsed for moderator and Judge Frank H Hammill for probate judge. A caucus for Town Clerk is set for Feb 24 at Pokanoket Hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Town Committee
Walter E Munroe
RK 8 Church
Joseph E. Simmons
Charles S. Cummings
Edward E. Wilkinson
George A.arnold
Frank H Hammill
H. H. Shepard
Pokanoket Hall
Democratic Town Committee
Thomas E. Johnson
Republican Town OU
Corn Syrup is The Correct Name
Washington officials issue a ruling on pure food labeling. The decision, announced by Secretaries Wilson Cortelyou and Straus, states thick syrup from incomplete hydrolysis of corn starch may be labeled corn syrup and if a small amount of refiner's syrup is added the blend may be labeled corn syrup with cane flavor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Wilson
Cortelyou and Straus
Pinesalve Carbolized Preparations Marketed
Pine salve carbolized acts as a poultice to draw out inflammation and poison. It is promoted as an antiseptic and healing remedy for chapped hands lips and minor burns. Sold by C. W. Spargs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. W. Spargs
Bristol and Vicinity Bristol Post Office Hour List
Notes on Bristol post office hours mails arrival and close times for weekdays Sundays express schedule by Earle and Prew. Details include window hours for stamps general delivery and Sunday carrier racks pickup with outward and inward express times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Door
Local notices and events in town summary
Smiths Buffalo Tip sells rent receipts in pads or bound books for monthly or weekly collections at the Phoenix office. Hezekiah Wardwell may run for Probate Judge next month. Trinity Girls Society hosts a bean supper at Mrs Harrops on Bradford street with Beau auction. Robert Emmet Association aims for a successful annual hall in the G A R Hall next week. Fifth District Court held a special session with Drs Siegel and Church. Siegel and Church testified, Siedrich Giadue declared sane and sent to State Hospital at Howard. Former Senator Harry H Shepard says he is not a candidate for Town Clerk. Charles Parsons injured by fall at Fox Point depot, no serious harm. Mrs Andrew S Rounds learns of her father Benjamin Cotton’s death in New York at age 78. Bee Cotton known minstrel for six decades. Two schoolgirl teams played basketball in Y M C A gym. Five Stars beat Teddy Bears 7 to 4. Teams listed with players. referee Edward J H Robertson. About 80 attended union prayer in First Congregational chapel. ministers from several churches assisted. Revival led by J Wilbur Chapman slated Feb 27 to March 1. another onion prayer service Friday at First Baptist Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinity Girl’s Friendly Society
Wm. Harrops
Bradford Street
Sa Beau
Robert Emmet Literary Association
G. A R. Hall
Fifth District Court
O. R Siegel
Siedrich Giadue
Howard
Harry H. Shepard
Charles Parsons
Pop Corp
Charlie
Fox Point Depot
Thames and
Oliver Streets
Andrew S' Rounds
New York City
Benjamin Cotton
Bee Cotton
Bristol
New York
Ity
Five Stars
Teddy Bears
Holan Charoch
Mary Reynolds
Rose Callan
Blank bill heads in pads at Phoenix office
Mrs. George A. Arnold is convalescing after three weeks illness. An old fashioned tea party and sale by the Women's Exchange is planned for Thursday February 27. A supper and sale with dancing follows at A. R Hall hosted by Class C8 Bristol High section. The Summersfields of Fall River play the Tigers tonight in the Y M C A gym. Weather mild air frost and dust in highways. Y M C A Woman's Auxiliary meeting postponed a week due to storm. Various social parties and city notices fill the local page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill
Phoenix
George A. Arnold
A. R Hall
Bristol
Straight Brothers Orchestra
Summerfields
Fall River
Tigers
Woman's Auxiliary
Katherine Paull
Edward C Paull
Franklin Street
Marguerite Clarke
Howe Street
Rowland G. Goddard
Worcester
Mass
Goddard
Trinty Girls’ Friendly Society
Olive
Washington
Warren
David the Shepherd
Peterson's
Hasterbrooks
Roosevelt and Washington Ideals Face Modern Opposition
An analysis praising President Roosevelt as a modern embodiment of American ideals, contrasting his leadership with attacks suffered by Washington. It argues that powerful interests seek to obscure liberty and that the nation, true to Washington’s standards, supports Roosevelt against those who misrepresent his actions. The piece highlights enduring national responsibilities and the public’s confidence in Roosevelt’s path.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oing
Roosevelt
Washington
Marshall
Ynan
Treasury
Theodore Roosevelt
America
Free trial of Uric-O promises rheumatism cure
An advertising notice promises a free trial of the Smith Prescription Uric-O for rheumatism. It claims rapid cure with no faith required and offers to send a full sized bottle if readers mail their name, address, and their pharmacist’s name to The Smith Drug Co in Syracuse. The ad notes Uric-O’s marketing in Bristol via J H Young & Co. and urges proving results locally to boost sales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith Drag Co
el Smith
Syracuse
Bristol
J. H. Young
Plans for Aged Men Home in Bristol Neck Area
Plans for a Benjamin Church fund home for aged men propose a 246 story wooden frame building with 15 Colonial style rooms by Clarke Howe and Homer of Providence. Samuel W Church 2d drafted. Plans not yet accepted but likely with minor changes, to be located on land recently purchased by trustees between Chestnut Street corner and the south end dwelling on Bristol Neck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. C
C. FB
F. M Dimond
Benjamin Church Fund
Clarke, Howe
Homer
Providence
Samuel W. Church
Bristol Neck
Chestnut Street
Piles treatment offered by O W Sparks at 500 price
An ad promotes Man Zan for piles claiming it relieves soreness and inflammation. The product is shown in a tube with a nozzle and priced at 500 with a guarantee. Sold by O W Sparks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. W. Sparks
Bee Laxative Cough Syrup Ad From Local Dealer
A local dealer advertises Bee Laxative Cough Syrup as a safe remedy for coughs and colds. The ad claims it is a gentle laxative that expels poison naturally, clears phlegm, and relieves head congestion with a guarantee. Sold by O Q Sparks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Sparks
Obituary of Comrade Frank L Babcock at Soldiers' Home
Comrade Frank L Babcock, a Civil War veteran from South Coventry Connecticut, died in the Soldiers' Home hospital on Thursday at about 6:40 pm from Brights disease at age 60. He lived in Providence for many years and leaves a wife and a married daughter. Funeral was Saturday at 11 am at the Home with Rev. W. R. Trotter officiating. entombment followed at North Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank L
Babcock
Brights
Providence
South Q
Coventry
Conn
Twenty First Infantry
W. R .Trotter
North Cemetery
Prominent Portugese Resident Andrew Da Costa Noronha Dies
Andrew Da Costa Noronha died at his Wilson's Lane home around 9 this morning from pneumonia. Born in Portugal, he lived here many years and was active in Divino Espirito Santo Don Luiz Felipps Portuguese Fraternity Providence. Survived by wife, son Andrew, and daughter Theresa. Funeral Thursday at 830 and 1130 at St Mary's Church with interment in St Mary's Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew da Costa Norona
Wilson’s Lane
Mr. Noronha
Portugal
Divino Espirito Santo
Don Luiz Felipps Societies
Providence
Andrew
Theresa
Lome
St. Mary’s Church
St. Mary's Cemetery
Probate Court Accepts Admin Petition and Estate Orders
The regular Probate Court session before Judge F. H. Hamill granted Etienne Hazard as administrator of Jabez H. Hazard with Band $200 surety Augustus A. Gravelle. Appraisers named Gravelle Collins and Daily. Distribution order for Abby Pace estate approved. Geraldine A. Jackson executor’s account approved for Abby A. Page. Martha B. Carey estate inventory allowed. Rebecca A. Norris will approved with Charles A. Manchester as executor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. H. Hammill
Etienne Hazard
Jabez H. Hazard
Augustus A. Gravelle
John Collins
James Daily
Abby 38
Pace
Geraldine A. Jackson
Abby A. Page
Martha B. Carey
Rebecca A. Norris
Charles A. Manchester
Letter to Councilman Cummings on paint strength
A letter from J. A. Miller & Son promoting Devoe paint argues that stronger paint lasts longer and uses less material. It cites comparisons where Devoe outlasts rival products, claiming a 3 to 4 gallon difference and better appearance after years. The letter stresses there are strong and weak paints and urges adoption of Devoe as the strongest option.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Devoe
Coming Events in Bristol February Listings
February events in Bristol include David the Shepherd Boy King at the Bristol Opera House on Feb 19 and 20 under A H Newton for Y M C A benefit, plus Feb 21 Washington Hall event by Bristol Train of Artillery. Feb 25 hosts Placer Gold by Albion Dramatic Club, and a bean supper sale by Epworth League. Feb 26 features whist at Grand Army Hall by Babbitt Womans Relief Corps, and Feb 28 annual Robert Emmet Literary Association Ball at Grand Army Hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bristol Opera House
David
A. H. Newton
Washington Hall
Bristol Train of Artillery
State Street
New England
Placer Gold
Albion Dramatic Club
Epworth League
State Street M. BE
Grand Army Hall
Babbitt Woman's Relief Corps
Robert Emmet Literary Association
Grand Army
Hall
Also Mentioned on This Page
Bristol Phenix
County
Hope Street
R. 1
Farrally Brothers Proprietors
J. F. Farrally
Hristo
Phoenix News Stands
Tex
Thanksortgagee
Council
Dodge & Camfield
Exchange Place
Providence, R. I
Peirge
Thos.f.peirce & Son
Dorrance and Westminster Corner
R. I
Bristol and Vicinity
Bristol Post Office
Bunday Mails
Earle & Prew Express
Smith’s
Buffalo Tip
Hezekiah O. Wardwell
W . C. Wardwell
First Congregational
T. Newton Owen
First Congregational Church
Alfred S. Stowell
First Baptist
Frank E. Talbee
Pentecostal Church
John McVay
State Street M. E
J Wilbur Chapman
First Baptist Charch
Henry Serbat
Philo W. Cady
Bristol County
Sheriff Cady
High Street
N. N. Cole
Serbst
Young Men’s Christian Association
Babbitt Women’s Relief Corps
G. A. R. Hall
Lillian Nicholas
Department
St. Mary's Total
William H. Connery
Cornelius Gallagher
Thomas Dwyer, Jr
Nro
Captain Jacck
John Mack
William H. Hughes
JoJo Neary
England
France
Germany
District of Columbia
Frank L. Babcock
Andrew da Costa Noronha
Probate Court
Vitto
Hope-Drucg
Bristol R.I
James Street
Bristolsbys
William Egin
Mort Aber
William I Seguin
Mabel | Hstol ‘Thornton
Cummings
W. Devoe & CO
J. A. Miller & Son
Thames Street
Ne'le’s Bakery
F A. Easterbrooks
Bradford Interstreet
Bay View Avenues
Kll
Hank Rlbrida
Jane
Sally
Simmons
Mt. Hope
W.A.D Ran
Bay
Moutocildren- Addrass C
Brnoffice
Hirst
Nicholas J. Golden
Phcentix
Grean
Churc ST. Flouse
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