Who Does the Tariff Protect In Bristol Letter
James B. Brown of 92 Burton St Bristol writes to the Phoenix arguing that tariffs shield manufacturers while American labor remains unprotected. He recalls his textile apprenticeship, notes wage stagnation despite automation, and claims tariff walls burden workers while trusts and syndicates profit. The piece urges tariff reform to protect workers from European wage pressure.
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The
Phoenix
Joseph el. Blotcher
Europe
Fletcher
Lonsdale Company
Lonsdale
R. I
Mr. Fletcher
James B. Brown
Burton St
Bristol
New Baby Sparks Toy Swap Proposal Between Brothers
A playful remark about a new baby prompts a whimsical idea to swap the sister for a train of cars while keeping the brother. The exchange hints at family dynamics and lighthearted sibling negotiation.
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Willie
Vinol Claims Help For Debility and Cough
A Baptist elder from Kingston reports Vinol improved digestion and strength after two bottles. The ad states Vinol is a cod liver preparation with iron and wine, encouraging appetite and red blood. It promises refunds if unsatisfied and targets run down adults and delicate children. Hope Drug Co Bristol.
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Henry Cunningham
Elder Baptist Church
Kingston, N
Vinci
Owls Sweep Ohips and Wonders Triumph Over Conglomerates
Saturday evening the Owls won three straight from the Ohips. Friday evening the Wonders took three straight from the Conglomerates. Scores not fully shown.
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The
Owls
Ohips
DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills Adverts Claim Benefits
An advertising notice urges readers to combat kidney and bladder troubles common in certain seasons. It promotes DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills as antiseptic, effective for backache and urinary disorders, warning against delays and incorrect substitutes. W. B. Buffington endorses the product.
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DeWitt
Hen. W. B. Buffington
War veteran seriously hurt in Warren train accident
Samuel R. Chafee of Congre gational street was seriously injured Saturday afternoon after losing grip on a Bristol train and falling from the front steps near Warren yards. Motorman George P. King halted the speeding car, aiding the injured man who refused hospital care, later deteriorating to a critical condition. Medical staff treated him at home before a hospital transfer. He wore a heavy overcoat, limiting further injuries, with no bones broken but severe bruising to the right chest and face.
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Samuel R. Chafee
Congregational Street
Warren
Providence
Fall River
Mainstreet
Bristol
Qrade Street
Warren Yards
Qhafee
George P. King
Chafee
Mr. King
Obastes
H. D. Seymour
A& Hospital
Obafee
O. R. Siegel
School Exercises Program at Middle District School
Program of exercises at Middle District School dated February 12, 1909 features songs such as Salute the Flag Flag, The Star Spangled Banner, America and The Banner Betsy Made, recitations on Lincoln and The Last Leaf, plus readings and concert parts performed by multiple students including Fred Coggeshall and May Thompson with a focus on patriotic themes and school unity.
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Middle District
Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln
Fred Coggeshall
Grace Tilley
May Thompson
Stars and Stripes
Tommy Burke
Under the Stars and Stripes
Qohharlie Tirrell
Hildred Finley
Betsy
Arthur Coggeshall
America
DeWitt’s Early Risers and Salve Ad Urges Caution
A 19th century advert warns the public about DeWitt’s Little Early Risers liver pills and DeWitt’s Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve. It touts pill gentleness and salve efficacy while warns against inferior imitations. Sold by W. H. Buffington and W. O H. Buffington.
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DeWitt
W. H. Buffington
W. O H. Buffington
Severe weather halts sessions as snowstorm grips town
The city endures a blizzard with no school sessions Friday through today. Snow caused the Mt Hope Park bowling alley roof to collapse and fire crews worked across three stations. A frostbitten injury, a runaway sleigh and stalled Providence trains wrapped in ice highlight a harsh weather period.
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Mt. Hope Park
John H. Wright
Dama
Mt. Hops Bay
Wilson
New Bedford
Berthaamer
Auburn
Sadie LeVeck
Providence
Yale Medical School
New Haven
Gott’s
Warren
Louisa Doyle
Fern Whist
Nellie Tangiey
Clinton Mulvay
Mulvay
Marguerite Duffy
Belle Munro
Louise Doyle
Joseph Trudell
Hope Street
Bickford
Barrington
Hampden Meadows
Bristol
Darius Allen
Fall River
Newport
State Street
Napoleon
Dupont
Morris
Walker’s Cove
Gorhem
Bristol Snow Buries Towns and Notables
In Bristol heavy snow endures for years with local activity. William McCauley of 9 Bradford Street reports a dog bite. John B Herreshoff and daughter depart for San Francisco, while James A Miller Jr. plans return from London. Mrs Harriet Beatty visits her son Henry R Beatty. Herreshoff Manufacturing submits submarine torpedo boat plans to the government with bids opening Friday. Bristol Electric Light Company names officers and leases space at the National India Hubber Company plant. machinery begins arriving.
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William McCauley
Bradford Street
John B.herreshoff
San Francisco
Cal
James A. Miller, Jr
London
England
Harriet Beatty
New Bedford
Mass
Henry R. Beatty
Wood
Constitution Streets
Herreshoff Manufacturing Company
Bristol Electric Light Company
Court House
Samuel P. Colt
John B. Pearce
Joshua Wilbur
Edward F. Carrigan
Jease F. Williams
Nathan N. Cole
National India Hubber Company
Golden Wedding Celebrated by Corthells in Interlachen Florida
The Times-Union of Jacksonville reports Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Corthell marked their fiftieth wedding anniversary at a quiet at home gathering at Bide-a-Wee Cottage in Interlochen on February 10. Guests included G. W. Hastings and D. M. Cortell, with numerous local friends. Corthells have three children Arthur, Audra, and Lester, and five grandchildren. Gifts included gold coins and ornamental items, and an original poem was read by Mrs. Jones. A bouquet of golden turquoise was given as a joint present from Mrs. J. A. Brewer and Mrs. J. M. Jones.
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Times-Union
Jacksonville
Florida
J. H. Corthell
Interlachen
Bide-a-Wee
Interlochen
G. W. Hastings
Springfield
Ohio
D. M. Cortell
J. M. Jones
S. J. Townsend
Grace Townsend
A. Weber
Martha Weber
Evelyn Prorheral
E. D. Lothrop
O. E. Stearns
A. Brosh
Barrett
Grace Ballou
Bernice Ballou
Eva ©. Cortell
Alma de Tilla
J. M. de Villa
Charles Brown
Barnard Savage
G. E. Gillett
Ethel
Ruth Gillett
J. H. Oorthell
Charlotte Almy
Tiverton
R. L
Mr. Oorthell
Abington
Mass
Almy
R. I
Arthur B
New York
New York Central Terminal Company
Audra M
J. H. Young
Bristol
Lester L
Loraine
New York University
Isaac B Braley Civil War Vet Dies At 84 In Fall River
Isaac B Braley died Saturday at his daughter Mrs Parker Weaver’s home on Walnut Street Fall River aged 84. A Civil War veteran and G A R member, he was born in Fairhaven and later led coastwise vessels from this port before enlisting in the Fifth R L Volunteers under Gen A B Burnside. After the war he returned here briefly then moved to Fall River. He leaves two sons and three daughters.
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Isaac B. Braley
Parker Weaver
Walnut Street
Fall River
Braley
Fairhaven
R. L
A. B. Burnside
Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup Promotes Gentle Bowels
Cough remedies often constipate. Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup provides relief from throat and lung irritation and clears mucus with a gentle bowels action. Pleasant maple sugar like taste appeals to children. sold by W. Buffington.
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Kennedy
W. Buffbgton
Star Theatre Show Delights Bristol Audiences
Large crowds saw a three night run at Star Theatre featuring The Bridge of Sighs praised as among the best here. Washington's Birthday extra films On the Road to Rain The Light In The Window Tales the Search-Light Told and seven other comedy and tragedy pictures offered, with management thanking patrons for attendance.
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Star
Bristol
Bridge of Sighs
Washington
Millionaire offers reward for new stomach warning
A famous multi millionaire supposedly offered one million dollars for a new stomach after chronic dyspepsia worsened. An ad promotes Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets from Hope Drug Co for 25 cents, claiming permanent cure and money back if not satisfied.
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Rexall
Hope Drug Co
Hope T
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Dorothy Hill
Cora Torrey
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Elizabeth Finley Long
Phenix
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Wood Street
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James Dixon Carpenter
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American Oyster Co
E. H. Matteson
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