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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1904
Page
2
Friday January 5 1904 note confirms continued demand for the Paanix Souvenir with orders by mail and in person. Copies are mailed to the Sandwich Islands and the British West Indies, praise from former Bristolians pours in, and a bound copy will join town records. A Bristolian quip suggests printing on asbestos for new customers.
The Dreadnaught Hook Ladder and Hose Company No 1 held its annual officer election at the station on High and Church streets, electing William A McCaughey as foreman replacing 15 year veteran Capt William A Rawson. Other officers include James Holmes as first assistant foreman Richard Magee as second assistant George Clark clerk Augustus Gravelle treasurer Charles Hamill chaplain Frederick Manchester orderly Stephen Warren steward and trustees Bullock Nenemann Heinze Millier with committees for relief finance and flower duties. Rawson declined re election and a testimonial committee was formed to honor his long and efficient service.
Bristol local items include post office hours for mails and express deliveries, Sunday mail times, and a town council meeting to discuss bonds. Reports note the death of Patrick Lynch, a funeral to Westboro, and various ads for clothing and discounts at F. E. Suzman’s store.
Briefs record illnesses a three month old girl pneumonia, gas leak sickens a resident, and several minor injuries. Suburban electric cars delayed by switch trouble in Barrington. Socials by Bristol Train of Artillery begin Monday at State armory. K of P promotes page rank. Grocer Frank J. Azevedo retires, store at 211 State Street. anniversaries: Henry Barton and wife celebrate eighth, Captain Albert Bennett marks ninety. Bristol General Assembly re-elects Sheriff Philo W. Cady and Clerk Henry M. Thompson. Masquerade at G A R Hall by Miss Handy’s class. monthly Bristol Train of Artillery meeting discusses balls and armory repairs. relief committee formed. Harold Walker guest at meeting.
The Ladies Aid Society held its annual meeting at Mrs. Susie Easterbrooks home on High Street. Reports showed clear aims and growth and the treasurer noted strong finances with bills paid. Officers were re elected: President F T Remieres, vice president Harriet Gladding, secretary treasurer Susie Easterbrooks, and several managers.
A vintage notice promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets with a 25 cent price and a warranty to care. Sold by W. H. Buffington. Additional ad copy references receipts for house rent and business use, offered in pads, at the Phoenix office terms.
Review notes Bristol history from Jan 18 1844 Phenix and traces items from 1844 to 1898 including marriages weather events ship arrivals and local notices. Names such as Charles Dana Gibson Abby O Wolf Henry O Wolf Rev Cooke and Era figures appear alongside vessel movements and local incidents.
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