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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1915
Page
4
An ad extols Scott's Emulsion as the best source of strength and stamina for the run down, tired, or overworked. It claims to invigorate the blood, sharpen appetite, and restore energy without alcohol, endorsed by Boot & Bowne in Bloomfield, N. J.
The Probate Court held its regular session on Tuesday morning with Joseph H. Potter named executor of John C. Potter's will and a $2000 bond set without surety. Adeline Golden was appointed appraiser. Final accounts and orders of distribution for several estates were approved, and real estate sales granted for multiple estates including James Riley and Bernard Riley. Albert P. Peck appointed Rhode Island administrator for Charles A. Gladding with a $100 bond. Inventory of Julia G. Holmes estate recorded.
The Colt High School year lists honor pupils for 1914 15 by Seniors Grace Shiel Alfred Koch Alice Tattrie Arash Kinder Albert Sparks. Juniors Dorothy Springer Josephine Brogan Helen Elley Mary Coggeshall Carleton Spear. Sophomores Thel Blaisdell Elizabeth Beavis Rose Basing James Velleca James Brown. Freshmen Ina Flowers Helen Scanlon Claudia Wilson Annie Coggeshall Miriam McCaughey Emily Pollock Janet MacDougall Isabel McCaw Laurine Bradford Joseph Langello Helen Aldrich. Note Helen Scanlon carried six studies. Names of students with perfect attendance second half year listed.
In this town on July 3 a daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Elmer Rische. On July 4 a daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Joseph Silva. On July 8 a daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Lepress Sears.
In this town on July , John K empf and Miss Minnie B Devol were united in marriage by Reverend Francis Duffy both parties residing in this town.
A list of Victorian era myths and folk beliefs on health covers various notions. It questions if rings cure styes, green apples cause colic, copper wires prevent rheumatism, whiskey heals most ailments, the moon affects lunacy, and several other quack ideas about disease prevention and cures. The fragment notes many incorrect beliefs we inherit.
A London auctioneer known for charm and wit used a humorous closing line to describe a notably grand estate. After praising its beauty he admitted two drawbacks the litter of rose leaves and the noise of nightingales, drawing laughter and higher bids.
Jellison encounters Barwood in the street and learns Barwood postponed marriage because the would-be bride is too modern. He reveals he had not formally proposed and had planned to Wednesday, only to discover she had sold photographing rights to a cinematograph company.
John Bright noted cabinet work demands very strong health excellent stomach and a conscience untroubled by duties. Greville recalls Peel begging the queen not to recall him after resigning leadership to avoid sharing Pitt Fox and Canning fates, plus Castlereagh and Liverpool deaths in office due to overwork and worry.
Sheldon Cheney argues that true art lies between two wastes. One side arises when artists become enamored with life and produce only photographic images without interpretation. The opposite waste occurs when form is perfected without giving life to it.
A Kansas City Star item notes Bobby’s first Sunday at Sunday school in Fastminster Presbyterian. The primary class sits around tables on small chairs. A little girl brought her three year old brother, and he behaved splendidly after a hesitant start when told to sit, explaining he wasn’t hungry so he did not want to eat anything.
Guidance stresses light loads and slow driving with shade breaks. Water lightly and often, rinse harness marks and sweat after work, wash feet, sponge, and cool with vinegar water. In heat use ammonia or nitre solutions, offer oats or bran if off feed, watch for heat stroke signs, and ensure nighttime cooling and shelter.
A list of community events in July and August includes a cake sale by Miss Blaisdell on July 10 at M E Church vestry, Moonlight Excursion to Rocky Point on Steamer Saga, and multiple Sunday School trips on Steamer Sagamore from State Street M E Church Trinity Church and First Congregational, plus a Moose lodge excursion to Seaconner and Newport harbor.
A brief cartoonish commentary notes that poverty brings no disgrace and expresses relief at its presence, framing wealth as less desirable amid social satiric tones. The piece playfullly asserts contentment with poverty while mocking harsh judgments of the poor.
Town Clerk of Bristol Rhode Island announces sealed proposals to excavate the cellar and continue the present foundation walls of the Hydraulion Fire Station. Bids due noon July 21 in the Town Clerk's Office. Proposals must be marked accordingly. Right reserved to reject any or all bids.
July 1 1915 executor James F Stoughton notifies Bristol residents of accepted trust and bond in William B Stoughton estate. Six month claims period. June 30 1916 Mary Noon estate administrator Patrick Noon presents first and final account. hearing set July 19 1915 at 10 30 AM in Bristol Probate Court. fourteen days notice in Bristol Phenix.
The undersigned named by Bristol Probate Court is appointed administratrix of the estate of Ygnazi Balzano, deceased. Bond filed as required. All persons having claims against Rosa Balzano should present them according to law.
June 22, 1915 the undersigned executor of the last will of John O Connor announces acceptance of the trust and bond in accordance with probate court approval in Bristol. ARD J TRAINOR 6-25-7-2-9
Evening events at State Street M E Church include a 7 45 rehearsal for the choir. Sunday morning worship features Rev Dr A G McGilton with topic The Voice of Humanity. Sunday School and Bible Class at 1213 S Union led by George A Richardson. Revival planned with special music and small quartet.
Fragmentary notes list transfers including Mincenzo Petruccistiayspld and Jotin aut Soloman spouses with two fend lots on SH Howe plat. McCarty sold to Woodselot gieland and others. Riewyood also sold ten Branks ima and saa t. Clerk offices record the conveyances in a local real estate transfer ledger.
Richard E. Lyman, Standing Master in Chance, schedules hearings for heirs at law of Zaid Elizabeth II regarding rights to ward real estate and proceeds. The hearings begin July 14 1915 at 9 30 AM in room 100 Union Trust Building 170 Westminster Street Providence with adjourned sessions announced as held.
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