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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1909
Page
4
From the Bear hotel in Grindelwald a mountaineer recalls four hours of ice slope ascent to Tiger, risk, triumph, and edelweiss seized with 200 francs offered. The guide counters with a harsher tale of feeble climbing and no extra pay, ending with the sprig of edelweiss.
A reflective essay contrasts human fascination with monkeys and pets with the calm, stoic demeanor of fish. The author extols goldfish as ideal grownup companions, praising their regular mouthings, quiet behavior, and philosophical stillness, suited for mature readers.
An east side barber reports his watch sealed with fine hairs after monthly cleaning. He claims the hairs enter the mechanism despite keeping the watch in his pocket during haircuts, noting the nuisance persists and the watch needed repairs again. The Columbus Dispatch quotes the barber’s bafflement at how hairs infiltrate the timepiece.
A classroom exchange turns humorous as a student redefines a grammar prompt. The teacher asks for a word ending in ous meaning full of. A front row pupil offers Please sir pious meaning full of pie, provoking a light moment.
A wit at the intelligence office quips that a lady seeks a governess for her children but the report suggests she needs a lion tamer instead. The exchange highlights a sharp humor line about household staff and risk.
In a terse exchange, De Tough notes he saw the ad and intends to return the dog to the owner who placed it. The Lady presses on the guess that the ad was placed by a gent, referencing the phrase No questions asked.
A local church scheme by the Rev. Mr. Smiley to pass cigars to men during services collapses after his wife buys the clears, provoking trouble and headlines in Cleveland.
Advert reads that all rheumatic sufferers should request a free 750 bottle of Uric-O at Smith Drug Co. Syracuse plus a 250 package of Uva-Lax Pills. It claims Uric-O cures rheumatism and urges sending name, address, and druggist to obtain the free bottle with buy recommendation. Sold by J.H Young & Co. at 750 and 1.00.
An informal home ceremony was held yesterday at 3 pm at 22 Oliver Street joining Miss Alice Edson Paull and Charles O F Thompson. Rev. William Trotter officiated. The couple leaves on a 4 20 train for a short honeymoon and will reside at No 2 Washington Street. The bride and groom work at the National India Rubber Company.
In a terse exchange, one speaker notes the lover would flee rather than fight, while the other concedes he would likely retreat if challenged. The dialogue hints at underlying tension and fear, framed as a restrained confrontation between two individuals.
An advertisement proclaims Kodol for Dyspepsia and Indigestion as a blend of natural digestive juices and acids that digests any food and prevents stomach trouble when used regularly. Sold by W. H. Buffington.
A Republican caucus conducted votes from 8.25 to 9.50, tallying 486 ballots with Franklin at 246 and Thurston 190 for the nominee. A paper ballot settled between Rockwell and Cummings, yielding Cummings 149 to Rockwell 121 with 1 scattering vote. Connery and Wilkinson won acclamation for council seats along with other Democratic tickets.
Morgan B. Fish died Sunday morning at about 11 at his home 715 Hope street after a brief illness. He was 85 or 86 and had worked 17 years as an assistant driver for Earle & Prev's Express Company under Agent George B. Warren. Survived by four uncles Byron K. Fish William J. Fish Joseph H. Fish and Walker S. Fish and one aunt Ruth Ann Fish who lived with him. Funeral held at 2 o'clock this afternoon from his residence with services by Rev. George L. Locke. Bearers were the four uncles. Interment at North Cemetery.
Mrs Elizabeth A Weeks died Friday in Providence in her 48th year. Funeral was held yesterday at 2 pm at her mother's Bay View Avenue home. Rev T Newton Owen officiated. Bearers were Robert A McCaughey Thomas J McCaughey William McCaw and John Magee. Interment in North Cemetery. Survived by husband and one daughter in Providence, mother three sisters one brother in town, and one son in Porto Rico.
Washington's Birthday was observed in Bristol with a noon salute from a brass field piece on the Common, a detachment from the Bristol Train of Artillery, bells rung, and banks and schools closed. Afternoon and evening events included a joint celebration by L Esperance Chapter Children of the American Revolution and Bristol Chapter at G A R Hall, and the annual Bristol Train of Artillery ball in the Armory with Gorham's Orchestra, grand march led by Lt and Mrs Bain, and guests from Providence and Newport. The town hall and a Republican caucus drew large crowds, and a star exhibit at the Star theater attracted many attendees.
Thompson Paull wedding announced in this town with Charles O F Thompson and Miss Alice Edson Paull as the principals. Both parties are residents of this town and ceremony details indicate a formal nuptial event.
Elizabeth A Weeks of Providence dies aged 48 in February. Morgan B Fish, aged 36, also noted in Providence biographical entry. Local notice records their deaths and ages in short obituary lines.
Historic remarks extend greetings to students citizens and guests at a ceremony honoring Abraham Lincoln. The address praises Lincoln, Grant and other Civil War leaders, commends the Grand Army of the Republic, and emphasizes unity, liberty, and the Union’s preservation through sacrifice.
Public letters and testimonials from women praise Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for restoring health and avoiding surgery. In Lynn Massachusetts the Pinkham Laboratory holds over a million letters from users confirming benefits including a Minneapolis case of complete recovery in three months. The remedy is claimed to be effective for female troubles and presented as harmless and targeted at female physiology.
The passage reflects on the nobility of individuals in honoring great deeds during a defining American crisis. It argues that appreciation of past sacrifice proves personal virtue and patriotism, inviting citizens to measure their love of democracy against historical standards.
Mrs Gertrude Salisbury hosted a Wednesday whist and birthday party at her home 42 Byfield Street. Five tables were used with prizes awarded to Mrs Clarence Seymour Warren first, Grace Thayer second, and Sarah Sherman third. Music by Mabel Salisbury and Sunshine Whist Club singing complemented an elaborate collation. Many guests from Providence Warren and nearby towns attended. Mrs Asa W Hathaway presented a mahogany rocking chair to the hostess, who received many gifts, and the event concluded late with a joyful gathering.
Bristol residents complain of chronic back pain tied to kidney issues. Mrs. Josephine Pevin reports severe soreness, fatigue, and sleepless nights, but finds relief after using Doan's Kidney Pills from J H Young & Co. The pills claim to cure kidneys permanently. price 50 cents, Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY as sole US agents.
New Haven railroad directors discussed adding a second track between Warren and Fall River as part of a broader Providence to Fall River upgrade. Engineers are surveying east of Warren to estimate cost while officials lack exact plans. President Mellen backs the upgrade to improve service to Providence and Fall River with modern signals, moving away from the current time and space system.
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