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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1909
Page
1
A concise aphorism reflecting on time tense and the idea that each generation views itself as improved over the last. It suggests that progression is a natural law and invites contemplation on what constitutes improvement across eras.
Robert N Turner declares he is not responsible for continuing his suit against Bristol town and urges the town treasurer to settle for less than $10. He outlines three principles about void 1905 07 tax assessments, lack of notice to taxpayers, and Civil War veterans tax exemptions, and warns of further suits over Horace Peak and Pask estates if settled. January 7, 1909.
The YMCA reports strong turnout at the gymnasium men s Bible class with keen interest and hopes for steady growth. The Phi Alpha Pi meeting is rescheduled for Saturday night with a literary program and initiation of two new members, A Flint and W Sutcliffe. New business men s class gains members as popular sessions meet Tuesdays and Fridays from 5 to 6 pm to ease worries.
The Burnside Lodge No 84 K of P held an installation at G A R Hall with District Deputy Augustus A Gravell and a board of officers. New leaders include Chancellor Commander James A Clarkson and Master of Work George Marshall among others. A relief committee was named with Clarkson Munro Hill Remieres and others. After business a collation was served.
Bristol Y M A defeated Newport Athlets in a local gym game, taking an early lead and controlling play with sharp passing. Bristol converted enough shots to hold the advantage while Newport fought valiantly. Referees were Newman and Herricks, timer Wood. Between halves, junior teams Indians and Tigers played 10 minutes with Tigers winning 8 to 2 led by Zinkie Goldes.
The Town Council met Tuesday evening with all members present. Chair Thurston reported a $156.71 balance from the North Cemetery mortuary chapel fund, returned to Treasurer Peck, and the council discharged the report. They approved aiding Ada M. Robinson through a Superior Court settlement and planned a benefit for Italian earthquake victims at Pokanoket Hall with ticket selling by Town Sergeant Clark H. Straight. A future Bristol Opera House benefit was also sanctioned. Discussion on cemetery lot pricing was postponed. A bank book for burial lot 183, John Mandell, was accepted, and town bills were referred to the Auditor.
Mrs Sarah P Dixon Wilbur widow of J B F Wilbur of Alton Rhode Island died at Rhode Island Hospital after surgical treatment complications. Born in South Kingstown she was daughter of Sarah A Dixon and Rev John T Dixon. Survived by two brothers four children and a sister. Funeral Monday at 10:30 at Alton with burial in family ground.
Joseph J. Maccimen died last evening at his home from pneumonia after about five days illness. Born in Portugal he lived in the town for nearly 80 years and worked in the National India Rubber Company Osalender Department until last Saturday. He leaves a wife, four sons, and four daughters. The funeral is Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at St. Mary's Church with burial in St. Mary's Cemetery.
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