Fourth of July in Bristol Brings Fine Parade Despite Rain
The Fourth of July celebration in Bristol proceeded with a strong parade and ceremonies despite heavy morning rain. Chief Marshal Peter Morris and staff oversaw the event. a muddy street parade by the Fifth Division was omitted. A National salute occurred at 6 am and 6 pm, church bells and Trinity chimes rang, and a 9:30 am procession formed on State Street with police, horsemen, artillery, and military units participating in the orderly display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James D. West
Jobo H
Bailey
Bristol
St Mary’s
Union
Bristol Tracp “Artillery
Trinity
State Street
Fire department parade lineup Second Division details
Marshal E B Doyle and aids St Mary's Fife and Drum Band nine pieces Thomas 8B Leahy leader Hydraulion Hose Co No 1 eighty six men H Walter Coggeshall foreman Hydraulion chemical and Hose wagon Herreshoft Marine Band twenty five pieces Robert Jones leader King Philip Steam Fire Engine Co No 1 twenty eight men Robert Peterson foreman Dreadnaught Hook Lreddsr and Hose Co No1 twenty four men William J McCaughey foreman Carriages and apparatus drawn by horses
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshal E. B. Doyle
Aids
St. Mary’s
Thomas
Leahy
Hydraulion Hose Co
H. Walter Coggeshall
Hydraulion Chemical
Herreshoft Marine Band
Robert Jones
King Philip Steam Fire Engine Co
Robert Peterson
Lreddsr and Hose Co
Local Officials Featured in Civic Processions and Roles
Marshal J. J. Christie Jr. leads a ceremonial procession with aides including the Orator of the Day and the Reader of the Declaration of Independence. Attending dignitaries include Town Council, Town Clerk, Town Treasurer, Moderator, Custom House and Post Office officers, Arrangements Committee, Court Clerk, County Sheriff, District Court Judge, and General Assembly members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Christie, Jr
Custom House
General Assembly
Fourth Division Parade and Exercises on State Street
A Fourth Division procession formed by Marshal Edward F. Christie and aids included groups such as Fife and Drum Corps Falls River Mass Don Luiz Felippe Association and Eagle Brass Band of Bristol with leaders. The march moved along State to Thames to Church and High streets ending at the Opera House for a program led by Col. J. H. Bailey with music by Kellar's American Hymn and Thiele's American Republic, a prayer by Rev. John McVay, a reading of the Declaration by Miss Reba G. Goddard, and an oration by William A. Kennedy followed by benediction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward F. Christie
Aids
Fife
Falls River
Mass
Don Luiz Felippe Association
Benjamin Marshall
Divino Espirito Santo Association
Eagle Brass Band of
Bristol
Bernard Plambo
Society Principessa d Elena Napoli
Kellar
Seventh Artillery Corps
John McVay
William A. Kennedy
Blackstone
Reba G.goddard
Thiele
Col Colt's Farewell Party At Linden Place
Col Samuel P. Colt hosted a farewell event at Linden Place despite rain. The mansion featured American flag décor and lanterns, with fireworks, a Herreshoff band, a supper under a tent, and dancing in the coach house. A long guest list included Col Colt, Mrs Colt, and many Rhode Island figures. they then sailed from Providence for a two month abroad trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel P. Colt
Linden Place
Colt
Herreshoff Marine Band
Reeves
Arob
Hosey
Mary Lewis
James ‘F. Phetteplace
Thomas IF. Lawrence
John D. Howard
Joseph E. Fletcher
Joseph E. Fletsher, Jr
Iran
John
Herreshoff
William H.thurber
Archer
Harold Payson
Amy Hayes
Dexter Thurber
Ethel Chbapin
Freeman Docroft
Drury
Mescars
DeWolf
Harold Congdon
Samuel M. Nicholson
Frederick Hayes
Misses Tucker
Messrs. Tucker
Henry W. Sackett
Frank Hayes
Arnold Hayes
Alice Nightingale
Larned
M. Dew. Perry
Lavinia Hodgkinson
L. M. Kortright
Alfred M. Merriman
F. E. DeWolf
Barnard French
Eaward Brownell
Benjamin Low
Marguerite Thurber
Joan P. Reynolds
Reynolds
Joshua M. Addeman
Chase
Halsey DeWolf
Agnes DeWolf
Barns
Allan Chase
Arthur Howe
Frederic Chase
E. A. Barrows
Fred B. Thurber
Harry, Dunnell
Aldrich
William T
Bourn
Megara
Helen Wall
East Greenwich
Messia
Babcock
Providence
Anita Watson
Perce
Pris
Earl Miller
Shawomet Beach
R.J
Howard
Dente
Isabelle Swift
Evan Owen
Allan Blanding
Jesse H. Metcalf
Frederick H. Jackson
Albert A. Baker
Frederick LeRoy Martin
Charles T. Dorrance
William B. Greenough
Willard B.tanner
Josiah Crocker
Frederick Haserick
John T. Blodget
New York
America
DeWitts Little Early Risers Pills Sold By Buffington
An old advertisement touts DeWitts Little Early Risers as pleasant reliable pills that never gripe and are sold by W H Buffington. The copy emphasizes their effectiveness and day sales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
W. H. Buffington
Y M O boys camp opens July on Prudence Island
The Y M C A announces a two week camp for boys starting July 9 on Prudence Island. Cost is 36 for two weeks or 4 for one week including transportation. Activities include first aid, swimming, rowing, woodcraft, Indian club making, and healthful talks. Names and camp dues due by Friday night July 6 to the physical director or general secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prudence Island
Gane
Heard on the Street with Pinafore and Pearse
The street chatter notes plans to attend both performances of Pinafore and praises Jim Pearse for his ability to play contrasting roles Dick Deadeye and the Judge in the production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Pearse
Dr. Jekyl
Mr. Hyde
Dick Deadeye
De Witts Witch Salve Endorsed as Handy Emergency Remedy
It is wise to keep a box of De Witts Witch Salve at home for sunburns cuts bruises piles and boils. The product is presented as the standard and reliable choice despite imitators. Ensure you get the genuine DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Merrimag
Newark Varnish Works
Edward Smith & Co
Iaredville
Bordbranscus
COAL
Tremieres
Hope and
Bradford Sts
Just
Ghent
Belgium
Hope Street
R. A. Dunbar
D'Wolf Inn
Bristol, R. J
Randall & Randall, Proprietors
Thomas Dwyer
Peter UO. KR
Morris
John H. Bailey, Jr
Joseph BE. Simmons
Girs
A. Newport
J L. Freeman
Bristol Tain
Catstephen
RK. I. M
James Kane
Col. Colt
the Industrial Trust Company
State Auditor
A. D
Resources
U. S
Bristol, R. I
Granite Company Granite and Marhla Warka SS Sa Ae
Tre
Perry Streets
Pappasquash Road
Bristol County Gas & Electric CO
Young's Drug Store
Street
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