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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1895
Page
2
In Bristol readers gladly note the Phoenix subscription list grows since becoming semi weekly. No canvassing done yet, but each week since November 1 more people enroll as permanent readers. Gratitude given for support and renewals as the paper aims to improve with new features.
After dinner speakers at Bristol fire department banquets urge rapid purchase of town water works. The volunteer department is well equipped to fight fires but lacks adequate water, and speakers call for a broader mobilization to resolve the issue now. Also noted is the retirement imminent of Mrs. Mary Livermore from the lecture circuit after a long career.
Bristol begins 1895 with a lively succession of banquets entertainments installations and gatherings. The writer notes these social events foster fellowship and goodwill and keep the community spirited and happy.
The public learns through persistent advertising as it educates minds to think highly of goods. The piece argues advertisers must arouse sustain and direct attention with skill beyond any teacher’s reach.
The Providence press views police efficiency as a myth amid recent events and calls for a shake up. The region faces grip weather and readers are urged to take protective steps with dry feet and warm clothing for health.
Reba Rebekah Degree Lodge No 12 I O O F marked twenty years with a Friday evening ceremony in Odd Fellows Hall attended by United Brothers Lodge No 13 S O O F and guests. Noble Grand Lena K Horton chaired as speakers recalled the lodge's founding and women in Odd Fellowship. A varied musical program followed, ending with cake and ice cream served to guests. Donations of dresses were given next day to the Old Ladies Home and Children's Home.
About 60 members attended last evening’s regular meeting. Five associate members were voted in, and the group accepted Rev W J Smith’s invitation to attend the M E Church on Sunday afternoon February 10 for a sermon. Ezra Dixon received a crayon portrait gift from Mrs Dixon with Town Treasurer Peck presenting and the association voting thanks. The entertainment by W H Maxfield Charles Salstein John R Montross featured songs banjo duets readings and a social afterwards of ice cream cake and coffee.
Four or five stage struck youths from New Bedford calling themselves the New York Variety & Comedy Company attempted an act in Town Hall on Saturday. The crowd booed, pelting the performers with old pipes beans and missiles while police protected the stage exit. No injuries were reported as the audience voiced strong disapproval.
Mails close at 6.85 and 9.15 a.m. 12.20 3.40 and 5.50 p.m. Mails reopen at about 9 a.m., 2 5.20 7.25 p.m. McLellan pays 50 cents for Providence gallery coupons, price for 14 cabinets becomes $2.50.
A notice seeks a bright smart boy to learn the printing trade at the Peenix office with opportunity for advancement. Apply at once at this office. Also features on socials, local visits, sales, cemetery notices, church events, and civic notices from Bristol area for January.
The text recalls early Y M C A efforts locally, including a library and reading room. It notes funds built by the association, Rogers Free Library, and a planned charity lecture series at the Town Hall to support the piano library and gymnasium fund with events from January to March featuring noted speakers and musical performances.
Wilhemein Brigham, five, of Union Street, escaped serious injury after a lamp spilled burning oil and clothes caught fire. Her mother wrapped a rug around the child and smothered the flames, saving her hair and life as neighbors watched. The blaze scorched clothing and floor matting, causing neighborhood alarm.
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