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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1904
Page
3
A heavy Wednesday rain and a southerly wind greatly reduced a week’s snowy cover. Thunder and lightning were noted, ice coated sidewalks posed travel hazards, and highway workers spread sand to improve safety. Ice flowed from the lower bay into the harbor, covering the harbor and wharf areas with floating ice.
The annual report to the General Assembly details Bristol County projects over the past year. Amos D Bridge of Hazardville built a 2450 foot 14 foot wide section reducing grade from 3.65 to 3.12 percent. L H Callan of Bristol R I constructed a 1789 foot 26 foot wide section from Constitution street with grade cut from 1.25 to 0.95 percent. Bristol funded the extra width. Lane Construction Corp of Meriden built 5280 foot and 8000 foot sections at Warren and Barrington with grade reductions to 4.50 and unchanged 3.65 percent. Average cost per mile for these sections was 4962.13. Across the state 249 miles of State highways exist, with 82.89 miles improved by Jan 1, leaving 166.11 miles to be upgraded.
Jan. 15 a son to Mr. and Mrs. Odilon Demairais. Jan. 11 a son to Mr. and Mrs. John Pozzi. Local births noted in town records.
In this town Jan 15 Miss Martha J. McCaw aged 30 years 8 months. In Boston Mass Jan 18 Isabel May daughter of Robert H. and Elizabeth Peterson aged 1 year 9 months.
The article traces early ice cream origins to a French chef serving the Duc de Chartres in 1774 and notes Lord Bacon recognized congelation but did not foresee modern uses. It mentions iced drinks and water ices reached Parisian epicures a century and a half earlier, likely via eastern travelers who tasted sherbet. It contrasts English indifference to iced puddings with the present century.
The cough which indicates croup is familiar to mothers of croupy children. Do not delay treatment or try untried remedies. Give Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as directed and all symptoms will quickly disappear, according to W. H. Buffington.
The Bristol Opera House presents The Parish Priest on Tuesday night. Big Jim Welsh Nellie Durkin and Miss Cassidy star in scenes of humor and sentiment with Father Whalen praised as a standout character. Two acts feature touching arrivals and a message of heart in every stroke of the brush.
United Brothers Lodge No 18 I O O F held its annual installation with James T Robertson and board of grand officers electing Noble Grand Loren M Weaver and others. Babbit Post No 15 G A R and Babbit Womans Relief Corps also installed officers led by Henry F Card and Celia A Kenyon. Wampanoag Encampment No 9 I O O F elected officers including Edmund Horton and W Fred Fish with Golden Rule and Royal Purple degrees conferred on a candidate.
We have produced a handsome sample badge for every society in Bristol. Most badges are reversible for mourning use. They may be seen at the Parcnenix Office and priced reasonably for any quantity. In need of badges, look them over. they are the most beautiful lot seen.
The cavern rat of Mammoth Cave Kentucky is bluish with white neck and feet and huge blind eyes. It blunders in bright light and dies after exposure, but in its dark habitat its long sensitive whiskers guide it. Its main food is a pale yellow cave cricket the blind cave dweller eats.
A Washington anecdote shows naval slang in families of officers. The youngest daughter, whose older sister is engaged to a captain, jokes that she herself is “advanced a number” amid congratulations. The quip illustrates how service language shapes family talk.
Mrs. Johanna Soderholm of Fergus Falls Minnesota dislocated her shoulder. A surgeon reset it but pain remained until she used Chamberlain's Pain Balm which quickly relieved soreness and helped her sleep. Her son, impressed by its relief, recommended it to others. Sold by W. A. Bumgerton.
Robert Nelson defeats Walter Munro in a six set final to take first prize a paper cutter while Munro earns second prize inkstead. A seniors tournament is being organized and entries with fees are invited.
The fourtain pen is selling for 69 cents and eight coupons cut from the Pocenix. It has given great satisfaction and many have been sold with strong demand remaining. Interested buyers should call at the Paorine office or W J Fish & Co to secure one.
Y M C A bowling results show Tein No 1 sweeping Tean No 6 in three strings by 126 pins and Tean No 8 taking two of three from Tean No 4 by 21 pins. The highest string was 111 by C Manchester and P Kenney totalled 280. The Children’s Home donations page lists gifts from numerous individuals and groups totaling varied amounts, followed by obituary noting the death of former matron Miss Constance Elizabeth Darrah after thirteen years of service.
A woman doctor who went to Utah to practice was praised as skilled and pleasant by patients. One patient urged she marry the husband and relocate, prompting her alarm and a friend’s indignation at the attempted coercion. The exchange highlights respect for autonomy and a stand against pressure.
Empire Theatre presents After Midnight next week, praised for its action and vivid interest. The drama portrays life in the east side tenements and west side upper ten, with convincing scenes, a strong company, and superior scenic equipment likely to draw large patronage.
Calendar of events lists Jan 18 at Y M C A with Chas R Taggart songs violin mimicry ventriloquial dialogues. Also upcoming basketball games Bristol Y M C A vs multiple opponents through March and a Feb 12 hall notice. Chamberlains Cough Remedy ad claims refunds and pneumonia prevention.
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