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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1895
Page
3
Bristol citizens hear a lengthy critique of current public school costs and methods. Proponents urge dividing No. 1 School by sex, relocating girls to the Academy building, and funding repairs to create separate facilities for female students.
The document lists salaries for school staff including AtfCushee and two female assistants, amounts for Miss H B Church and others, rent, books, wood, and old debts. It shows quarterly assessments, receipts from the School Treasurer, expected state approbation, bank dividends, school lands, and an excess of disbursements totaling 1146.62 with a net 370.80. A Providence Opera House notice follows detailing Sardou’s Diplomacy starring Rose Coghlan and company, with cast and upcoming shows including Nemesis and a matinee Get-Me-Not by request.
The King Philip Steam Fire Engine Company No 1 hosted a Saturday banquet at the Thames Street Engine house with about 75 attendees including town officials and firemen. Toasts praised Bristol water works and pressure, urging water supply improvement and steamers repair, while a town calendar clock was presented to the company.
Local report notes seven year old Jani Mahoney of Brid et Mahoney district went missing briefly in MAHoNrY. Police located the child unharmed and returned them to guardians. Authorities urge vigilance and remind residents to report any suspicious activity immediately.
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