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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1907
Page
4
Rhode Island motorists enriched the state road fund in 1906 by 2116 from automobile licenses. The Secretary of State reported 957 new licenses issued, 29 dealer and 928 owner licenses, with fines levied to curb expired licenses and renewal abuses.
Thomas F Keefe appointed by Bristol Probate Court as administrator of Helen Keefe estate. Bond filed as required. All creditors must present claims to the clerk within six months from first advertisement.
The undesigned announces guardianship of Danistevens of Bristol of full age and bond posted. Creditors are instructed to file claims with the clerk within 12 months from the first advertisement. Also included is unrelated advertisement text for tonics and cough syrup.
The timetable announces electric car service adjustments for week days on the New York New Haven and Hartford line. Effective October 8 1906 the schedule reflects October 1 1806 note likely a misprint and outlines weekday operations for the railroad electric cars.
Dr L Bouchelle of Thomasville Georgia extolsVinol for bronchial and pulmonary diseases boosting strength. He notes it is a pure cod liver preparation with useless oil removed and tonic iron added. The Hope Drug Co invites weak and elderly residents to try Vinol on a guarantee.
A Philadelphia Bulletin excerpt describes false mirrors crafted for dressmakers and milliners to alter appearance. Mirrors claimed to make patrons taller thinner or to blur flaws tempt buyers. salesmen hope for vast variety and bigger profits while customers seek flattering reflections.
A historical note on the Golden Fleece order detailing its insignia a sheep figure on gold chain its ceremonial robes crimson velvet and white satin the 1429 founding by Philip the Good Duke of Burgundy and the later 1473 wardrobe change from woolen to velvet and damask per the London Telegraph.
A Harper's Weekly overheard street conversation from long ago notes two old Scotswomen explaining jubilees. They say twenty five years of marriage is a silver wedding, fifty years is a golden wedding, but if the husband is dead then it is a jubilee.
Matthew Arnold traveled with Mrs Arnold two daughters and their impresario. They carried railway passes and the conductor teased by saying Oh the Arnold troop I suppose. Arnold laughed and replied It is just as if we were a traveling circus.
In the Y M C A bowling tournament on Tuesday evening team No 8 led by captain John W Best defeated team No 10 led by Asa W Hathaway in three straight games to firm up first place. The scores for No 8 were reported as a dominant performance.
A philosophical note argues titles should reflect individual merit not ancestry stating that elevating a grandmother or heir by blood is absurd. It notes merit cannot be transmitted and questions the fairness of passing honor through generations.
Cheese packs high protein and fat, with one pound equaling over two pounds of meat in food value. It is inexpensive compared to meat and can aid the poor by replacing some meat in diets. In America it is often a side dish, while in Europe it serves as a staple, especially for Swiss peasants who rely on it after bread.
A newspaper blurb promotes Kodol for Indigestion as a remedy. It claims most stomach sufferers dread starvation diets and suggests eating freely with the aid of Kodol after meals. The advertisement lists W. H. Buitington as the seller.
Joseph Gregory guardian petitions in writing to authorize sale of a minor’s undivided interest in land on Thames Street Bristol to pay debts and provide better investment. Court sets February 4 1907 hearing and orders fourteen days notice in the Bristol Phoenix. Probate Clerk Herbert F Bennett notes.
Probate Court of the Town of Bristol reports requests and filings for executors and administrators. Elizabeth H. Wilson seeks Administratrix for John F. Warren estate with a February 4 hearing. Julia M. Warren estate petitioned for appointment. Betsey G. Wilcox estate administrator George H. Peck seeks distribution after accounting. Albert C. Bennett will probate filed with notices published in Bristol Phoenix for fourteen days.
In Bristol on January 3 1907 the Probate Court set January 21 1907 at 10:30 am for consideration of appointing Charles F Bowler or another suitable person as administrator of the intestate estate of Susan F Bowler. Notice to be published fourteen days weekly in the Bristol Phoenix. Probate Clerk Herbert F Bennett.
On January 8 1907 JOAN C BURNS Executrix of the estate of Thomas Burns late of Bristol deceased gives bond as required by law and notifies all heirs and interested parties to file in the clerk's office within six months from the first advertisement date 1 11 18 25 Bristol town notice with court filing requirement and bond details.
January 8 1907 the Probate Court of Bristol appoints G Elizabeth Leitiger executrix of Diedrich Mollenkamp estate and bonds filed all claimants notified to present in due form, November 18 and 25 dates referenced.
Bristol town notices transfer of license from Timothy Hurley to John J. Fereons and William J. Maguire for Bristol Hotel at 94 State Street. Town Council session set for Tuesday February 5, 1907 at eight p m to hear petitions on the application. Herbert F Bennett, Council Clerk.
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