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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1920
Page
2
Editorial notes 1920 coal需求 at 550 million tons with 251.7 million produced year to date leaving 299 million to meet the target. Railroads seek emergency preference powers from the Interstate Commerce Commission to speed coal shipments and embargo carloads that are not unloaded within 24 hours.
The article reports Governor James M Cox of Ohio was nominated for the Democratic ticket early Friday, after Palmer and McAdoo factions faltered, and Franklin D Roosevelt was nominated by acclamation in the afternoon. It notes Harding and Cox contest Ohio, while Roosevelt could ease New York’s GOP hold. Roosevelt is 38, Cox 50.
A Canadian trooper who had been speechless from shell shock for three years spoke up during a bowling match at Niagara on the Lake Ontario. He apparently rolled a spare and felt obliged to say a few words.
Senator Harding and Governor Cox exchange congratulatory remarks reflecting a cordial relationship between political leaders and the press. The note underscores a friendly tone characteristic of editorial circles and public figures in conversation.
Sports enthusiasts speculate that a newspaper publisher from Ohio could secure the presidency, a wager reflecting belief in regional backing. The chatter links media ownership with political fate, noting Ohio’s pivotal role in early voting trends.
Trederico W. Macaules Jr remains in Rhode Island Hospital recovering from a severed right hand and eye injuries sustained when a field piece exploded near Bristol Train of Artillery. Left eye largely unharmed, preliminary inquiry by Col. A W Hathaway and Maj. R W Holt found the gun scorings badly damaged and both field pieces likely to be condemned. Adjutant General Abbot to receive findings for a fuller investigation.
Santo Campenello transfers one half interest of land and buildings on the west side of Wood street to Giuseppe Campenello. Jennie H Gallup transfers a lot of land and buildings on the east side of Thames street to Mariano Jacinto D'Andrade and wife.
Bristol area reports a busy week with shop sales at SUZMAN'S offering $1 off Walk-Over Oxfords, a Bristol Yacht Club dance, and a Knights of Pythias meeting. Local residents travel, host guests, and attend events while several minor incidents and a heroic save at the harbor capture town interest.
One hundred dollars reward for any catarrh cure Hall's Catarrh Medicine has been trusted for thirty five years and claims to act through the blood to heal mucous surfaces. Consumers are urged to start treatment immediately and consult testimonials from F J Cheney Co Toledo 93. Sold by druggists at 75 cents per bottle.
Miss Lena D Morris of New York spends the summer in town. Albert I Devin of Boston vacationing with relatives. George L Howe sails for Liverpool to visit England France and Spain for the summer. Mrs Randolph Frothingham of Boston visits Col and Mrs Andrew Weeks Anthony. Andrew Harkins and William Breckinridge of McKinley Penn guests of Mr and Mrs George Dunbar at 20 Charles street. Miss Mary Oliver of Washington DC returns home after a Bay View Avenue vacation with her parents.
Henry DeW Allen remains in serious condition after being thrown from a horse Monday. An X ray at Rhode Island Hospital shows a small skull base fracture with facial paralysis on the right side and severe headaches. Doctors warn he can be irrational at times but specialists remain hopeful for full recovery.
Reliable Typewriters all makes ten dollars up terms five dollars monthly Will rent to responsible parties Open evenings A A Edmonds Co 54 State
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